With just one game left on the college football calendar, all eyes turn to Hard Rock Stadium on Monday night, where history is guaranteed to be made-one way or another.
The Miami Hurricanes are playing for their first national title since 2001, and they’re doing it in their own backyard. That alone would be enough to crank up the stakes, but add in a quarterback in Carson Beck-who transferred from Georgia and has settled in as the leader of this Hurricanes squad-and head coach Mario Cristobal, a former Miami player now guiding his alma mater, and you’ve got a script that feels tailor-made for a Hollywood ending.
On the other sideline, the Indiana Hoosiers are chasing something even more elusive: their first-ever national championship. It’s been a dream season in Bloomington, headlined by Fernando Mendoza becoming the program’s first Heisman Trophy winner. Now they’ve got a shot to finish what would be the most remarkable turnaround in school history.
So, will this be a coronation on home turf for Miami or a storybook finish for Indiana? That’s the question driving ticket prices into the stratosphere.
Ticket Prices Soaring to Record Highs
If you’re hoping to catch this one live, be ready to pay up. The average ticket price for the Miami-Indiana national title game is hovering around $3,300-and that’s just to get in the door. These aren’t just championship prices; they’re creeping into Super Bowl territory.
According to secondary market data, the "get-in" price sits at that $3,300 mark, while midfield seats are commanding prices north of $10,000. That makes this the most expensive College Football Playoff National Championship game on record.
There are plenty of reasons why. Miami hasn’t hoisted a trophy in over two decades, and they’re doing it in their home stadium. Indiana, meanwhile, has never even been in this position before-and with the largest living alumni base of any university, demand is sky-high.
High-End Seats Breaking the Bank
If you’re looking for the absolute top-tier experience, one listing on StubHub has a lower zone seat priced at a jaw-dropping $35,353. That’s not a typo. For that kind of money, you’d expect more than just a seat-you’re paying for proximity to history.
And if that’s not enough, there’s already been a confirmed sale that turned heads: a $26,000 ticket purchased for a row one seat in the exclusive 72 Club, according to SeaGeek via TMZ. That VIP section offers premium views and luxury amenities, turning the game into a five-star experience.
Cheapest Seats Still Far From Cheap
Even the upper deck is commanding premium prices. The cheapest ticket currently available on StubHub? That’ll run you $3,192-and that’s for a seat far from the action.
A Championship Game Like No Other
This game isn’t just about football-it’s about legacy. Miami’s chance to reclaim its place among the sport’s elite, and Indiana’s opportunity to etch its name in college football lore for the first time. With two massive fan bases, compelling storylines, and a historic venue, it’s no wonder the ticket market is going wild.
Whether you're watching from the stands or from your couch, one thing’s clear: Monday night is going to be special.