**Oasis Urge Caution Over Ticket Resales Ahead of Cardiff Tour Dates**
Oasis, the iconic British rock group, has issued a clear warning to fans about the growing problem of fraudulent ticket sales ahead of their eagerly awaited reunion performances in Cardiff next month. The band’s message comes as anticipation reaches fever pitch, with two major concerts scheduled at the Principality Stadium on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th July.
Demand for tickets has unsurprisingly soared, given that these concerts mark the much-talked-about return of the Gallagher-led group to the live stage. Yet, amid the excitement, issues surrounding ticket resales have overshadowed the build-up, raising concern among both music fans and industry figures.
Taking to their official Instagram account, Oasis cautioned followers to be vigilant. The band underlined that the only legitimate avenues for resale at the original ticket price are via Twickets or Ticketmaster—warning that any other platforms could expose buyers to inflated prices or potential scams. They noted, “Wanting to buy? Be aware of fraudulent sellers on social media… Tickets can ONLY be resold legally, at face value, through Twickets or Ticketmaster.”
This warning follows reports from August of last year when Oasis initially released tickets for the tour, only to find that a significant number soon surfaced on secondary markets. According to industry insiders, an estimated four per cent of available tickets—equating to some 50,000—were snapped up and then listed at vastly inflated prices, some climbing as high as £10,000 per ticket.
The outcry was swift, with then-Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy branding the practice as “incredibly depressing”. In response, she announced that ‘surge pricing’ and inflated resale activity would be scrutinised as part of a wider UK Government review of the ticketing industry. This has triggered fresh debate about how best to protect music fans from unscrupulous resellers.
Further complicating matters, efforts to curb ticket touting included a move by Ticketmaster in February to cancel thousands of sales suspected to be linked to bot activity. However, some dedicated fans voiced frustration, claiming their valid purchases were cancelled in error—a development that has fuelled ongoing discussion about the fairness and transparency of digital ticketing systems.
Noel Gallagher, speaking to NME about the scale of the ticketing chaos, admitted the situation left him “taken aback,” stating, “I thought it’d be a big deal, but I was surprised by just how much of a big deal it was.” The speed with which tickets disappeared, and the extent of the resale issue, struck a chord with both the band and their fanbase.
Although tickets for Oasis’s Cardiff gigs are still available, the band cautions that fans should expect to pay premium prices unless purchasing from approved resellers. The message is clear—avoid secondary market sellers and stick to official channels, or risk paying over the odds, or worse, missing out altogether.
The whole episode has reignited debate about how best to safeguard fans and ensure fair, affordable access to major live events in the UK. With the Oasis tour now just weeks away, music lovers are urged to exercise caution, as the lure of seeing the band live for the first time in years proves irresistible for many.
As the dates approach, both the band and ticketing partners are expected to maintain strict oversight of the resale process, hoping to ensure that fans, not touts, fill the Principality Stadium next month. This story continues to evolve, serving as a timely reminder of the challenges facing the live music sector in the digital age.