With the February 7 opener just 19 days away, the race for T20 World Cup 2026 tickets has entered its most intense phase.
Following the launch of Phase 2 sales on January 14, fans have flooded the official portal, causing brief server outages as marquee fixtures like India vs. Pakistan (scheduled for Feb 15 in Colombo) hit “limited availability.”
The ICC’s strategy for this 10th edition centers on “democratising access,” with entry-level prices starting at an all-time low of Rs 100 in India and LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka, which means fans can now buy tickets without breaking their bank.
Where to Buy: The official source
To avoid scams and “black market” pricing, fans must use the official channel. The ICC has not authorized any physical ticket counters for this tournament.
Official Link: tickets.cricketworldcup.com
Ticketing Partner: Users will be redirected to BookMyShow to complete the transaction.
Current ticket status & pricing Guide
While high-demand games are scarce, there are still millions of tickets available for group-stage matches across India and Sri Lanka.
As of January 19, 2026, ticket availability is split between instant sell-outs and budget bargains. The elite India vs. Pakistan clash in Colombo remains the toughest seat to snag; originally priced at a record-low LKR 1,500 (approx. ₹430), it is now almost entirely in the resale phase.
India’s opener against the USA in Mumbai (starting at Rs 750) is also seeing “Extremely Limited” status on BookMyShow.
Conversely, Budget Group Games in cities like Ahmedabad and Kolkata remain widely available for just ₹100, making them perfect for last-minute planners. Fans eyeing the Super 8s or Semi-Finals should prepare for Phase 3 releases soon, with expected prices ranging from Rs 1,500 to ₹3,000.
Are India vs Pakistan tickets still available?
The January 14 “Phase 2” drop saw a total server crash within minutes. Tens of thousands of fans are currently on waitlists for the Colombo clash. If you missed out, keep an eye on the portal for “last-minute drops” usually released 48-72 hours before the match.
Tournament Venues & Key Dates
The 2026 World Cup features 20 teams playing across 8 world-class stadiums from February 7 to March 8.
India: Ahmedabad (Final), Mumbai (opening Night), New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata (Semi-Final).
Sri Lanka: Colombo (R. Premadasa & SSC), Kandy.
Pro-Tips for booking today
Register Early: Do not wait until you find a match to create an account at the ICC’s official ticket booking partner. Verify your mobile number now.
Filter by Venue: Instead of searching for “India,” search for “Ahmedabad” or “Kolkata” to find hidden inventory for non-India games starting at Rs 100.
The “Coming Soon” Strategy: If a match says “coming Soon,” it often means a small batch of tickets is being processed for release. Refreshing during off-peak hours (midnight IST) is currently the best way to snag these.