India’s Absence From WTC Final Results in ₹45 Crore Loss for Lord’s

The Marylebone Cricket Club revised ticket prices after India failed to qualify, significantly impacting expected revenue.

Lord’s Cricket Ground is projected to lose approximately ₹45 crore (or £4 million) in revenue during the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) Final due to India’s non-participation.
India, a fan-favorite team, missed qualifying for the WTC Final after a 3-0 home series loss to New Zealand and a 3-1 away defeat against Australia.
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) had initially set premium ticket prices, anticipating high demand from Indian cricket fans, but later reduced prices to attract more spectators.
Ticket prices were lowered by around £50 per ticket, with refunds issued to fans who had purchased at the original higher rates, prioritizing a fuller stadium over revenue.
Australia and South Africa will compete in the WTC Final from June 11-15, marking the first time Lord’s will host the event.