Skyscanner’s latest ‘Pitch Perfect Journeys’ report reveals that nearly half (47 per cent) of Indian travellers are planning trips around live cricket matches—within the country and abroad—underscoring cricket’s growing influence on travel decisions. The findings show cricket is not merely a sport but a cultural phenomenon shaping travel priorities.
Of those surveyed, 80 per cent are looking forward to catching an Indian Premier League (IPL) match live, and over half (50 per cent) intend to extend their travel by 3–4 days to explore local attractions. The rise of cricket-inspired travel marks a blend of sport and leisure, with…
