In an exciting development for baseball fans, the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their spot in the World Series after defeating the New York Mets 10-5 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series on October 20, winning the best-of-seven series 4-2. They are set to face the legendary New York Yankees in a highly anticipated championship showdown.

Described as a “battle of the century,” this matchup is capturing global attention. The Dodgers recently offered presale tickets for four home games at their stadium, and they sold out within a day. Ticket prices for this dream confrontation between two powerhouse teams reached five figures for some seats.

While the official pricing for World Series tickets starts at $800, the secondary market’s lowest prices have already escalated. As of the afternoon of October 19, the cheapest entry ticket was listed at $1,081 for a seat in the upper deck along the right field foul line. Prices for seats located behind the right field area ranged from $1,392 to $1,733 for those situated in prime home run spots. For fans wanting to sit directly behind home plate, prices soared to between $15,000 and $20,000.

The Dodgers opted not to undertake a wide-scale advertising campaign for ticket sales. Instead, they reached out to previous ticket purchasers via email and shared updates through social media channels. The team’s website cautioned that tickets bought with resale intentions could be subject to cancellation and refund by the organization.

It’s noteworthy that the last matchup between the Dodgers and Yankees dates back to 1981, making this encounter a highly awaited reunion after more than 40 years. This season, both teams boast exceptional talent, featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, promising a potential spectacle that could break viewership records.

For context, during last year’s World Series, which saw the Texas Rangers face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the cheapest ticket for the opening game was $451 for standing room only, while the lowest priced seated tickets started at $774.