The College Football Playoff field has been firmly established, and a highly anticipated match is set to take place. On December 20th, Indiana will face off against Notre Dame for the first time in over three decades. This is set to be an extraordinary event that has captured the attention of football fans across the nation.

Uniting Rivals in the College Football Playoff

Indiana vs Notre Dame: A Historic Rivalry Reignites

The College Football Playoff field is set and Indiana will play Notre Dame for the first time in more than 30 years on Dec. 20. This matchup holds a special significance as it brings together two storied programs. The last time these two Indiana schools faced off was in 1991, and the demand for tickets has been nothing short of extraordinary. According to StubHub, the cheapest ticket as of Monday night is $824. When you add on the fees, it jumps to $1,115. Notre Dame's Dick Rosenthal, the athletic director at the time, vividly recalled the difficulty in obtaining tickets back then. He said, "This is the hardest ticket we've had since I can remember. It's just impossible. I've had more requests for Indiana-Notre Dame tickets than any game I can remember." And indeed, things haven't changed. The anticipation and excitement surrounding this game are palpable.

No. 5 Texas vs No. 12 Clemson: Ticket Price Insights

At Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas and Clemson on StubHub rank second in ticket prices. The cheapest single ticket is $256, and for two tickets, it's $261. But once you add the fees, those prices rise to $349 and $355 respectively. This shows the significant impact of fees on the overall cost of attending the game.

No. 8 Ohio State vs No. 9 Tennessee: Ticket Price Dynamics

At Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio State and Tennessee on StubHub rank third in ticket prices. The cheapest ticket before fees is $262, and after adding the fees, it goes up to $356. This highlights the variation in ticket prices among the different first-round CFP games and the factors that influence them.

No. 6 Penn State vs No. 11 SMU: The Budget-Friendly Option

At Beaver Stadium in University Park, Penn State vs SMU on StubHub is the cheapest first-round CFP game. The least expensive ticket before fees is $99, and after fees, it becomes $144. This provides an alternative for fans who are looking for a more affordable way to experience the College Football Playoff.We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.