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**Headline: Surprisingly Low Demand for India-Pakistan Asia Cup Tickets Amidst Security Concerns**

**Dubai:** In a surprising turn of events, tickets for the highly anticipated India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match, scheduled for September 14th at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, remain unsold despite the fixture being just days away. This is in stark contrast to the usual frenzy surrounding matches between the two cricketing giants, where tickets typically sell out within minutes.

According to reports, tickets, some priced as high as ₹2.5 lakh (approximately $3,000 USD) and offering VIP amenities like parking, unlimited food, and lounge access, are still available on online ticket platforms.

The lukewarm response comes amidst heightened security concerns and calls for boycott following a terrorist attack in Pakistan that killed innocent Indians. The Indian government’s decision to allow the match to proceed has faced opposition from some quarters, including prominent figures.

**Economic factors impact middle class in India**

The government had cut corporate taxes in September 2019, leading to companies making profits but hurting the government’s revenue. As a result, indirect taxes on the middle class have gone up. While more people are filing individual tax returns, corporate taxes aren’t contributing as much. To make up for the revenue gap, the government has increased indirect taxes. Currently, those earning up to ₹12 lakh are exempt from income tax.

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