Cricket Australia announced that over 6,000 Indian fans traveled to Australia for the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. With over 837,879 total spectators, it became the fourth most-attended Test series in Australia. Indian supporters significantly boosted ticket sales, especially during the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Future tours are planned, further enhancing cricket tourism and trade.
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