Fake tickets and scam sellers are more common than you might think. A few simple rules can save you money and disappointment: buy only from authorised platforms, avoid too-good-to-be-true deals, and never pay by direct transfer to strangers.
Stick to Trusted Platforms
Chiyoda Reform only links to BookMyShow, Paytm Insider, Ticketmaster and StubHub. These platforms sell or resell genuine tickets and offer buyer protection. If you buy through them, you have a real contract and support if something goes wrong. Anyone offering "cheap tickets" on social media or via WhatsApp is a red flag.
Red Flags to Watch For
Be suspicious of sellers who insist on payment by UPI to a personal number, bank transfer, or cryptocurrency with no recourse. Legit resale still goes through a platform. If the price is far below face value for a sold-out match, it's likely a scam. Also avoid "e-tickets" sent as random PDFs or images with no order number or verification.
What to Do If You've Been Scammed
If you paid by card, contact your bank and report the transaction. If you used a platform and something went wrong, open a dispute with their customer service. For serious fraud, you can file a complaint with local cyber crime authorities. Prevention is always better — when in doubt, buy only from the partners we list on Chiyoda Reform.
Buy Safely From Our Partners
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