How many hours ahead should fans go to Eden Gardens for Australia vs SA semifinal? Dos and Don'ts for match-going fans in Kolkata

On Thursday, November 16, Australia will take on South Africa in the second semifinal of the 2023 World Cup at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Australia finished third in the league phase of the competition, winning seven out of their nine matches. It is currently the second-longest winning streak for any team in the ongoing competition.

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The Proteas are one of the most in-form sides in the competition as they managed to almost every team in the World Cup except Netherlands and India. They will aim to make it to the final for the first time in history.

Ahead of the game, The Sporting News brings you the important points to keep in mind if you are attending the match in the stadium on Thursday.

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How many hours ahead should fans go to Eden Gardens for Australia vs SA semifinal? Dos and Don'ts for match-going fans in Kolkata

Dos:

• Do remember to carry a copy of your physical ticket. While the booking process is done online, a physical ticket also needs to be presented when entering the stadium.
   
• If you did not opt for home delivery, the ticket needs to be collected from the following address before you enter Eden Gardens: 
   
• Do arrive for the match early. It is scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm, but plan to be at the ground at least two hours in advance.
   
• The official advice from Kolkata Police as of 15 November also encourages fans to arrive as early as 11:30 am as extra security checks have been planned. 

Don'ts: 

• As far as it is possible, do not use your own vehicle to arrive at the ground. Overcrowding is a common issue at the venue, so try to use public transport instead. In addition, there have been parking restrictions imposed by the police, meaning it could be inconvenient to use one's own vehicle.
   
• Do not bring any prohibited items to the stadium, as there will be nowhere to store them even if you carry them unintentionally. These include bags, tobacco products, coins, paper pencils, power banks and objectionable banners. For a comprehensive list, refer to the venue regulations as laid out by the ICC before leaving home.
   
• Do not leave the stadium midway through the match, unless you are sure you want to depart. This is a guideline that is not always followed, so you may be able to get back in on certain occasions, but it is unlikely that you will be allowed back in if you leave halfway through this match, which has an added layer of security around it.   

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