Post by : Raina Mansoor
Cricket enthusiasts, rejoice! Tickets for the eagerly awaited 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup are now available, marking a pivotal moment for fans globally. Jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, this tournament will kick off on February 7, 2026, celebrating exceptional T20 cricket across renowned venues. The initial ticket sales phase began on December 11 at 18:45 IST and Sri Lanka time (13:15 GMT), with prices starting as low as INR 100 in India and LKR 1000 in Sri Lanka, making it incredibly accessible to cricket supporters everywhere. Stay tuned for the announcement of phase two ticket sales, available via tickets.cricketworldcup.com.
Sanjog Gupta, ICC CEO, highlighted the emphasis on affordability within the World Cup strategy, asserting that every cricket fan, no matter their background, deserves to enjoy live international cricket. “With ticket prices beginning at just INR 100 and LKR 1000, we’re welcoming millions to join in the thrill, emotion, and excitement that only a stadium can offer,” Gupta stated. The 2026 edition will feature 20 teams competing in 55 thrilling matches, replicating the format from the 2024 tournament.
In the first round, teams will be organized into five groups of four. Group A will see India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, and Namibia competing, while Group B features Sri Lanka, Australia, Ireland, Zimbabwe, and Oman. Group C will showcase England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Italy, and Group D will comprise New Zealand, South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada, and UAE. The top two teams from each group will move to the Super Eight stage, divided into two groups of four. Super Eight Group 1 is anticipated to include India, Australia, West Indies, and South Africa, while Group 2 might consist of England, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, based on group outcomes.
Semi-finals are scheduled to take place in Kolkata or Colombo (if Pakistan qualifies) on March 4 and in Mumbai on March 5. The grand final will be hosted in Ahmedabad on March 8, with Colombo as a backup venue should Pakistan advance. Matches will occur in three daily time slots—11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM IST—ensuring fans worldwide can keep up with the exhilarating action. With ticket prices starting at just INR 100 and LKR 1000, the 2026 T20 World Cup is set to deliver one of the most inclusive and thrilling cricket experiences ever, allowing fans to feel every boundary, wicket, and super over in stadiums across India and Sri Lanka.
The ICC is committed to making the 2026 T20 World Cup the most fan-focused edition to date, merging affordability with top-notch cricket entertainment, ensuring millions can partake in this spectacular global sporting event.
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