Tickets for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are now on sale, beginning December 11. This captures the start of fan preparations for one of cricket’s most important worldwide events. The ICC has kept ticket prices at historically low levels, making the competition more accessible to everybody. Ticket prices in India start at INR 100, whereas in Sri Lanka they start at LKR 1,000. Notably, more than 2 million tickets were distributed in Phase 1 for group stage and Super Eight matches.
The tournament will be held from February 7 to March 8, 2026, in eight key locations in India and Sri Lanka. The first encounter will be between Pakistan and the Netherlands in Colombo, followed by fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai. India captain Suryakumar Yadav and South Africa’s Aiden Markram launched tickets during the second T20I in their ongoing series. Supporters may now reserve tickets and organise their match-day experiences ahead of time.
T20 World Cup 2026 ticket price list
Ticket prices for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 are designed to be affordable for all fans. In India, prices start at INR 100 for selected venues like Kolkataand Ahmedabad. Chennai begins at INR 300, Delhi at INR 150, and Mumbai at INR 250. In Sri Lanka, tickets start at LKR 1000 across Colombo and Kandy.
These prices apply to Phase 1 sales, covering group-stage and Super Eight matches. High-demand games like India-Pakistan also have surprisingly low starting prices due to the ICC’s strategy to improve in-stadium turnout. Phase 2 pricing and category-wise details will be announced later. However, due to high demand for India matches, the starting price can be on the higher end. So far on the BookMyShow portal, ICC has released tickets for the India vs Netherlands tickets, scheduled to take place in Ahmedabad, whose starting price is INR 500 and goes up to INR 2000.
T20 World Cup 2026 stadium-wise ticket price list
As stated earlier, the ticket prices for the tournament will differ from location to location. However, the general starting range for prices is between INR 100 and INR 300 and is fixed in Sri Lanka at LKR 1000.
| Venue | Starting Ticket Price |
| Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | INR 100 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata | INR 100 |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi | INR 150 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | INR 250 |
| M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | INR 300 |
| Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy | LKR 1000 |
| R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | LKR 1000 |
| Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo | LKR 1000 |
T20 World Cup 2026 teams and online ticketing partners
The ICC event features 20 teams divided into four groups. Major teams include India, Pakistan, Australia, England, South Africa, West Indies, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and emerging teams like the USA, Italy, Oman, Nepal, and UAE. Fans can purchase tickets only through official ticketing partners. The ICC has appointed BookMyShow as the primary ticketing platform.
Tickets are available on BookMyShow and the ICC’s official ticketing portal, tickets.cricketworldcup.com. These platforms will handle all match categories, payment options, queue management, and seat selection. No third-party or offline resellers are authorized for the early phases.
How To Book T20 World Cup 2026 Tickets Online & Offline
Booking T20 World Cup 2026 tickets is simple and convenient. Online booking is available through BookMyShow and the ICC’s official website, where fans can select matches, venues, seats, and pay instantly. For high-demand matches, fans may be placed in a digital queue. Offline tickets may be available closer to the tournament through stadium ticket counters, depending on arrangements by BCCI and Sri Lanka Cricket.
Fans should carry ID proof for verification. Offline availability will mainly apply to group-stage games. However, online booking is recommended as it provides faster access, instant confirmation, and a safer purchasing process.
Steps for T20 World Cup 2026 Ticket booking online via BookMyShow
- Log in or register on BookMyShow.
- Search for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
- Select the match or venue, such as India vs USA or Pakistan vs Netherlands.
- If demand is high, join the virtual queue and avoid refreshing the page.
- Choose your stand, seat category, and number of tickets.
- Proceed to payment using UPI, debit/credit cards, or net banking.
- Complete the payment and wait for confirmation.
- You will receive a ticket confirmation email and SMS instantly.
- Download the e-ticket or wait for physical delivery if applicable.
T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| T20 World Cup 2026 | 10th edition |
| T20 World Cup 2026 season opener | February 07 |
| T20 World Cup 2026 opener venue | Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo |
| Total league matches | 52 |
| Total matches to be played | 55 |
| Final match date | March 08 |
| Total event duration | 30 days |
| Match start timings | 11:00 am, 3:00 pm, 7:00 pm (IST) |
| Format | T20 |
| Total teams | 20 |
| Organizer | ICC |
| ICC President | Jay Shah |
| Defending champions | India |
| Visitors allowed | Yes |
| Ticket price (approximate range) | INR 100 – INR 2000 (Can increase depending on the demand and game) |
FAQs related to T20 World Cup ticket booking
Is the ticket booking live?
Yes, the tickets can be booked through BookMyShow (app and website).
When will the T20 World Cup 2026 start?
T20 World Cup 2026 is scheduled to get underway on February 07.
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