Ekana Stadium Spectators To Get Full Refund After Fog Stops IND vs SA T20I

The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association has announced a complete ticket refund after a foggy evening forced the match at Ekana Stadium to be abandoned.

A thick fog at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium forced the abandonment of the fourth T20I between India and South Africa. The match, scheduled for December 17, was called off after multiple inspections as visibility remained too poor for play to proceed safely.

This decision left fans disappointed and sparked criticism over scheduling a night game in North India during peak winter. In response, the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) announced a full refund for all ticket holders.

UPCA secretary Prem Manohar Gupta assured a smooth process, stating, “the refund process would be hassle-free.” Board official Rajeev Shukla also acknowledged the issue, admitting “need to review scheduling of matches.”

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Ekana Stadium To Provide Full Refund

“Spectators who booked tickets online will receive a refund of the ticket amount through their original mode of payment. Refund-related notifications will be sent to the registered email addresses. Ticket holders are advised to regularly monitor their emails for further updates,” Prem Manohar Gupta, secretary of UPCA, said in an official release.

Here is how fans can claim their refund:

• For Online Tickets: The amount will automatically be refunded to the original payment method. Notifications will be sent to registered email addresses.
• For Offline Tickets: Holders must visit the stadium’s box office (Gate No. 2) on December 20, 21, or 22. They need to bring:
  • The original physical ticket.
  • A copy of a photo ID.
  • Bank account details.
  • A completed refund form from the counter.

Notably, fans will only get their refunds after they are processed and all the documents are verified.