The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will officially open today at 18:45 IST on the portal: https://tickets.cricketworldcup.com/. In a landmark move to boost accessibility, the ICC has set entry-level pricing at historic lows, with tickets in India starting from ₹100 (approx. $1.11) and in Sri Lanka from LKR1000 (approx. $3.26).
The 10th edition of the tournament will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, featuring matches across eight venues from 7 February to 8 March 2026. The highly anticipated opener will see Pakistan take on the Netherlands in Colombo, followed by West Indies vs Bangladesh in Kolkata, culminating in a marquee clash between India and the USA in Mumbai.
As part of Phase I, the ICC has significantly reduced the entry barrier for fans by releasing over 2 million tickets, aiming to “democratize the in-stadia experience” for cricket enthusiasts globally.
ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta said the organisation’s vision is to deliver the most accessible and global ICC event ever staged.
“With tickets starting from just ₹100 and LKR1000, we are putting affordability at the centre of our strategy,” he noted, adding that the 2026 edition—featuring 20 teams and 55 matches—will be the most ambitious and inclusive in T20 World Cup history.
BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia praised the initiative, saying that affordable pricing will multiply excitement across the country. He emphasised India’s commitment to providing a world-class match-day experience with modern facilities and seamless logistics.
Sri Lanka Cricket CEO Ashley de Silva encouraged fans to secure their seats early and highlighted Sri Lanka’s pride in co-hosting the global event, promising a vibrant, unforgettable cricketing atmosphere.
The tournament will be played across prominent venues including:
Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), Arun Jaitley Stadium (New Delhi), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo), Singhalese Sports Club Ground (Colombo), and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Kandy).
With 20 teams and a packed schedule of 55 matches, fans can expect a month-long festival of electrifying cricket across India and Sri Lanka.