"We are very excited": TCA Secretary Subrata Dey on hosting IPL Fan Park in Agartala
Agartala, May 28
Tripura Cricket Association Secretary, Subrata Dey, welcomed the opportunity to host the Indian Premier League Fan Park in Agartala for the Second Qualifier and final, saying it would bring the thrill of the IPL playoffs and final closer to cricket fans in Tripura.
He said the initiative by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reflects the growing popularity of cricket across the region and expressed confidence that fans would turn up in large numbers to enjoy the live screening and the festive
"We are going to organise the IPL Fan Park this Friday evening for the Second Qualifier and the Final Match, which will be held on 31st May 2026. This event is being organised by the BCCI, and as an affiliated member of the BCCI, the Tripura Cricket Association is very pleased that the BCCI has allowed us to organise such an IPL Fan Park," Dey told ANI.
"Across India, the BCCI is organising the Second Qualifier and Final Match screenings at five venues in Tripura, and we are very excited to host the IPL Fan Park in Agartala. Through the media, we would like to request the people of Tripura to come and enjoy the IPL Fan Park in Agartala," he added.
Gujarat Titans will battle Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier Two on Friday (May 29) for a spot in the final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday (May 31).
The Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2026 playoffs also presents RR with the opportunity to become only the fourth team in history to reach the final after progressing through the Eliminator route.
GT, meanwhile, finished second in the league standings this season and will be aiming to bounce back after their defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is wonderful initiative 👏 As someone from the Northeast, I'm glad to see BCCI expanding its reach beyond just metros. Agartala fans deserve to feel the playoff excitement too! My only concern is whether the local infrastructure can handle a large crowd. Hope TCA manages it well and sets a good precedent for future events in Tripura.
Qualifier 2 and final in Agartala? That's big! Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals will be a cracker of a match. I just hope the screen quality and sound system are up to the mark. Nothing worse than a bad viewing experience when you're so excited. Let's show the BCCI that Tripura can host bigger events too!
Honestly, it's great to see cricket reaching every corner of India. I live in Bangalore but my family is from Assam, and they feel so left out during IPL. This makes the game more inclusive. But I hope the BCCI also invests in developing local cricket infrastructure, not just fan parks. We need more grounds and academies in the Northeast.
Super excited for our Tripura brothers and sisters! 🎉 As a cricket lover from Mumbai, I know what a big deal this is. The atmosphere at a fan park is amazing - everyone cheering together, wearing team jerseys, losing their voices by the end of the match. Hope the weather holds up and everyone has a blast! Also, go RCB! 💪
Finally some good news from Tripura Cricket Association! We need more such events to promote the sport among youth. I'm a bit disappointed though that only 5 venues across the
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