Sunrisers Hyderabad and Hyderabad Cricket Association Reach Agreement on Complimentary Passes
Following a period of dispute and threats of relocation, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) have reached a consensus regarding the allocation of complimentary passes for SRH home matches. The agreement, formalized after a meeting held in Hyderabad on Tuesday, ensures the HCA will continue to receive 3,900 complimentary passes, maintaining the long-standing practice.
Background to the Dispute
Recent weeks have seen heightened tensions between SRH and the HCA. SRH initially appealed to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the IPL Governing Council, alleging recurring “blackmailing tactics” by the HCA concerning complimentary ticket distribution. The HCA denied these allegations. SRH even threatened to relocate their home matches to another state if the HCA persisted in what they perceived as attempts to secure additional complimentary tickets.
Key Developments and Negotiations
To facilitate a resolution, HCA Secretary R. Devraj orchestrated a meeting with SRH officials at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. Representatives from SRH, including Kiran, Saravanan, and Rohit Suresh, participated in the discussions.
- SRH Proposal: SRH advocated for strict adherence to the existing tri-party agreement between SRH, HCA, and BCCI, ensuring a consistent allocation of 10% of the stadium capacity across all sections.
- HCA Proposal: The HCA, in turn, proposed maintaining the current allocation of passes within each category, aligning with established practices over the years.
Following in-depth discussions and subsequent telephonic consultations with SRH CEO Mr. Shanmugam, a resolution was reached:
- The category allocation of 3,900 complimentary passes to the HCA will remain unchanged.
- This decision is consistent with established practice.
The HCA has assured SRH of their full cooperation and a professional working relationship moving forward.
Joint Statement & Future Outlook
“HCA and SRH are committed to working together amicably to enhance the spectator experience at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium,” the joint statement read. This agreement signals a return to normalcy and provides reassurance to fans eager to witness IPL 2025 matches in Hyderabad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the dispute about? The dispute centered around the number of complimentary passes the HCA receives for SRH home matches.
- Why did SRH threaten to relocate? SRH threatened relocation due to concerns over alleged “blackmailing tactics” by the HCA regarding ticket allocation.
- What is the outcome of the agreement? The agreement maintains the existing allocation of 3,900 complimentary passes to the HCA.
- Will this affect IPL 2025 matches in Hyderabad? No, the resolution ensures that IPL 2025 matches will proceed as planned in Hyderabad.
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