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Tickets for the 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, went on sale December 11th. The tournament begins February 7th. Phase one ticket prices start at INR 100 in India and LKR 1000 in Sri Lanka. The ICC aims to make the event accessible to all fans. The tournament features 20 teams in a format similar to the 2024 edition, with group stages, Super Eight, semi-finals, and a final. Group distributions for first round and super eight are provided along with locations of key matches.
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2026 T20 World Cup Tickets Now on Sale, Starting at Just INR 100

Mumbai, India – December 11, 2024 – Cricket fans across the globe can now secure their spot at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Tickets for the highly anticipated tournament went on sale today, December 11th, at 18:45 IST (13:15 GMT) via tickets.cricketworldcup.com.

The tournament, commencing on February 7, 2026, promises thrilling action with 20 nations battling it out across 55 matches. In India, tickets start at just INR 100 (USD 1.1), while in Sri Lanka, prices begin at LKR 1000 (USD 3.2), offering affordable access to world-class cricket.

“Phase I of ticket sales is an important milestone in our journey towards delivering the most accessible and global ICC event ever staged,” said ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta. “Our vision for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is clear: every fan, regardless of background, geography or financial means, should have the chance to access an in-stadium experience of world-class marquee cricket.”

The tournament format mirrors the successful 2024 edition, with teams divided into four groups for the initial round:

  • Group A: India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, Namibia
  • Group B: Sri Lanka, Australia, Ireland, Zimbabwe, Oman
  • Group C: England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, Italy
  • Group D: New Zealand, South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE

The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Eight stage, followed by semi-finals in Kolkata (or Colombo if Pakistan qualify) on March 4th and Mumbai on March 5th. The final is scheduled for Ahmedabad on March 8th (or Colombo, if Pakistan qualify).

Phase two of ticket sales will be announced soon. Don’t miss your chance to witness cricketing history! Visit tickets.cricketworldcup.com to secure your tickets now.

[Link to full T20 World Cup schedule]

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