Archive · 19 Dec 2025
India-South Africa T20I Abandoned, Refunds Announced
The cricket match between India and South Africa in Lucknow was canceled because of thick fog.
The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has said that people who bought tickets online will get their money back through the same payment method.
Those who bought tickets in person can get a refund on 20 and 21 December at the stadium's box office.
They need to bring their ID, original ticket, and a form with their bank details.
The next match will be in Ahmedabad, where the weather is better.
The BCCI is also thinking about moving future matches to places with better weather.
The air quality in Ahmedabad is rated as 'poor' but should not affect the match.
The pitch in Ahmedabad is known for high scores, which might favor batters.
The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was abandoned due to dense fog in Lucknow.
UPCA issued guidelines for ticket refunds, with online buyers receiving refunds digitally.
Offline ticket holders can get refunds on 20 and 21 December at the stadium's box office.
The fifth T20I will be played in Ahmedabad, with better weather conditions and air quality.
The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium is known for high-scoring encounters, favoring batters.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA), Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), India and South Africa cricket teams
- What
- Fourth T20I match abandoned due to fog; refunds announced; fifth T20I to be played in Ahmedabad
- When
- 20 and 21 December for offline refunds; fifth T20I on 22 December
- Where
- Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow; fifth T20I at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Why
- Match abandoned due to dense fog; better weather conditions in Ahmedabad
UPCA/BCCI
Fans
Refund Process
UPCA/BCCI
UPCA has issued clear guidelines for refunds, requiring specific documents and a structured process.
Fans
Fans may find the refund process cumbersome, especially those who bought tickets offline and need to visit the stadium.
- Match
- India vs South Africa T20I
- Venue
- Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Reason for Abandonment
- Dense fog
- Refund Dates for Offline Tickets
- 20 and 21 December, 11 am to 6 pm IST
- Refund Location for Offline Tickets
- Gate No. 2, Ekana International Cricket Stadium
- Next Match Venue
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Ahmedabad AQI
- 104 (Poor)
- PM10 Level
- 52 µg/m³
- PM2.5 Level
- 37 µg/m³
Sources
UPCA issues ticket refund guidelines after fog forces India-South Africa T20I abandonment
India vs South Africa 5th T20I weather report: Will fog, visibility affect final game? What does AQI Ahmedabad says?
