The 2026 T20 World Cup features two separate countries. India and Sri Lanka host the tournament from February 7 to March 8.
Tickets for the men’s event remain unavailable despite the tournament starting in three months. But there are ways you can secure your spot for the future right now.
This guide covers ticket availability, purchase platforms, and broadcast options for the men’s 2026 T20 World Cup.
When Is The 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup?
The ICC announced that the men’s T20 World Cup runs from February 7 to March 8 across India and Sri Lanka.
Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, and Mumbai will host matches in India while Colombo and Kandy stage games in Sri Lanka.
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosts the final on March 8, unless Pakistan reaches the finals, in which case the match will be shifted to Sri Lanka.
Where To Buy The Tickets For The 2026 T20 World Cup?
The men’s T20 World Cup tickets remain unavailable with no official announcement from the ICC. Expect these venues to open for passes soon at Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Colombo, and Kandy stadiums.
ICC, as well as specialised tour operators, offer sports packages bundling tickets with travel arrangements, including hotel stays for at least one night or return journeys exceeding 100 kilometers.
The ICC has opened a registration form for the fans awaiting the release of tickets. Signing up with this form will ensure you get the information on the release first.
Warning: Beware of fake sites selling tickets. Tickets for the men’s World Cup are not out yet. Anyone claiming to sell the same is a fraud.
Where To Watch The 2026 T20 World Cup?
The men’s 2026 T20 World Cup will be broadcast and streamed on channels and platforms of official ICC broadcast partners.
For Australia, Amazon Prime Video holds exclusive rights after securing a four-year deal from 2024 to 2027 covering 448 live games. ICC has regional partners like Star Sports Network and JioHotstar for India.
Other regional broadcasters include Sky Sports for the UK and Ireland, SuperSport for sub-Saharan Africa, Willow TV for the US and Canada, and ESPN and Ten Sports in other markets. The ICC also runs its official streaming platform ICC TV for select regions.
Conclusion: The Tickets Are Not Out For The Men’s 2026 T20 World Cup
The men’s 2026 T20 World Cup tournament faces a tighter timeline with no tickets released yet, despite the February 7 start date approaching rapidly. The ICC was expected to release the full schedule in mid or late November 2025, but has not done so yet.
Pakistan will play all its matches in Sri Lanka due to an agreement between the BCCI and PCB about neutral venues. If Pakistan reaches the final, that match shifts to Sri Lanka instead of Ahmedabad.
Sports tour operators offer packages pending official ticket releases, bundling travel with accommodation for fans willing to commit early.
FAQs
The men’s tournament features 20 teams divided into four groups of five, with the same format as 2024. The tournament follows group stages before knockout rounds.
Tickets purchased outside official channels or authorized tour operators risk being counterfeit or invalid. Always verify through official ICC channels before purchasing.
Official ticketing terms typically prohibit resale above face value. The ICC and venue operators can void tickets sold through unauthorized secondary markets. Fans caught with invalid tickets face entry denial without refunds.
All Pakistan matches in the men’s tournament take place in Sri Lanka due to BCCI-PCB agreements on neutral venues during multi-nation tournaments. If Pakistan reaches the semi-finals or the final, those fixtures move to Sri Lankan grounds.
Amazon Prime Video streams all ICC events in Australia through 2027 at no extra cost to Prime members. Most markets require paid subscriptions through official broadcast partners. Free-to-air coverage varies by region and typically covers only select matches.
