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IPL teams seek tax cut by reclassifying match tickets as sports not entertainment
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
A 40% ticket GST could drop if government agrees
IPL teams have appealed to the government to reclassify ticket sales so matches are treated as “sports” rather than “entertainment.” They argue the current 40% GST on tickets is disproportionately high for sporting events and should be reduced. The teams say the change would boost demand, support the sports ecosystem, and accelerate the league’s long-term growth.
- IPL teams want tickets classified as sports, not entertainment
- Current GST on tickets is reportedly 40%
- Teams believe reclassification could significantly reduce ticket taxes
- They expect benefits for the wider sports ecosystem
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