IPL Ticket Scam Busted! Police Arrest Man Selling Fake SRH vs RR Match Tickets in Hyderabad
Cricket fans, beware! Just hours before the high-voltage Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) vs Rajasthan Royals (RR) IPL clash at Uppal Stadium, Hyderabad police cracked down on a ticket scam that could’ve left fans heartbroken.
What Happened?
On Saturday, the Special Operations Team (SOT) of Rachakonda police arrested a man named Bharadwaj for illegally selling IPL match tickets at sky-high prices. The accused was caught red-handed near Uppal Stadium with a stash of tickets for Sunday’s SRH vs RR match.
- The Scam: Bharadwaj allegedly bought tickets from unofficial sources and sold them to desperate fans at inflated rates.
- Police Action: Acting on a tip-off, the SOT team swooped in, seized the tickets, and handed Bharadwaj over to Uppal Police Station.
Why This Matters
With the SRH vs RR match being a blockbuster showdown, tickets sold out quickly. Scammers like Bharadwaj often target last-minute buyers, charging up to 5-10 times the original price!
Police Warning: “Buy tickets only through official platforms. Don’t fall for black-market deals!”
About the Match
- When: Sunday, March 23
- Where: Uppal Stadium, Hyderabad
- Teams: Defending runners-up SRH (led by Pat Cummins) vs Riyan Parag’s Rajasthan Royals.
Fans are excited to see stars like Travis Head, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Jofra Archer in action. But thanks to this arrest, many can now cheer without getting scammed!
What’s Next?
Bharadwaj faces charges of fraud and illegal ticket resale. Meanwhile, police are investigating his “sources” to crack down on more scammers.
Pro Tip for Fans:
- Always buy tickets via BookMyShow or the IPL’s official website.
- Avoid strangers offering “discounted” or “VIP passes” outside stadiums.
Stay safe, cheer loud, and let’s keep the IPL fun fair! 🏏🔒
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