India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 tickets see massive demand as Phase 2 sales open. Check where to buy tickets, match date, venue and squad updates.
Fans looking to attend the India vs Pakistan match can purchase tickets through BookMyShow. (File Photo)
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 Tickets: The buzz around the India vs Pakistan match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has intensified sharply as cricket fans scrambled to grab tickets during Phase 2 of sales. Within minutes of the window opening, online platforms saw heavy traffic as supporters rushed to secure seats for what is widely regarded as the most high-voltage fixture in world cricket. The overwhelming response once again underlined that no rivalry captures global attention like India vs Pakistan, irrespective of format or venue.
With the tournament jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the group-stage clash between the two arch-rivals has already emerged as one of the most anticipated sporting events of 2026. The reopening of ticket sales has only added fuel to the excitement, especially after earlier phases saw several matches sell out quickly.
Every India vs Pakistan encounter goes far beyond cricket. The match scheduled for February 15, 2026, at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium carries massive sporting, emotional, and historical significance. Fans from both nations, along with neutrals across the world, closely follow developments around this fixture, making it the biggest crowd-puller of the T20 World Cup.
Past tournaments have shown that tickets for this clash often disappear within minutes, and the 2026 edition has followed the same trend. High demand is also driven by the neutral venue factor, which allows fans from different countries to travel and witness the match live.
Phase 2 ticket prices for India’s group-stage matches begin at Rs 500 in India, while in Sri Lanka they start at LKR 1,500, with costs differing based on the match and venue. For instance:
For the high-profile India vs Pakistan clash, Phase 2 tickets are priced from LKR 1,500 (approximately Rs 438). Meanwhile, Phase 2 ticket sales for the India vs Netherlands match in Ahmedabad are already in progress.
Fans can book tickets for the T20 World Cup 2026 through the official website tickets.cricketworldcup.com, where matches can be searched by team or explored via the full tournament schedule.
In India, users will be redirected to BookMyShow, which enables ticket buyers to filter matches by city and stadium before making a selection.
Phase 2 ticket sales begin today, January 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
Phase 2 of ticket sales has given fans another chance to book seats for India’s group-stage matches, including the marquee showdown against Pakistan. This phase reopened access after many supporters missed out during earlier sales windows. As soon as tickets went live, demand surged, reflecting the eagerness of fans who had been waiting for a second opportunity.
The rush also highlighted how major ICC events continue to dominate online search trends, with India vs Pakistan consistently ranking among the most searched fixtures of the tournament.
Fans looking to attend the India vs Pakistan match can purchase tickets through BookMyShow. The platform facilitates bookings in India by redirecting users to the ICC’s official ticketing system, where fans can select matches, venues, and seating categories based on availability.
The seamless integration has made BookMyShow one of the most preferred options for Indian fans, though high demand means tickets are expected to sell out quickly once again.
Adding to the buzz around the tournament, India’s squad announcement has sparked intense debate. The biggest surprise came with the omission of Shubman Gill, who leads India in Tests and ODIs, from the T20 World Cup squad. Explaining the decision, chief selector Ajit Agarkar said, "Shubman, we know what a quality player he is. Perhaps he is short of a few runs at the moment."
The squad also saw wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma miss out, while Rinku Singh returned to strengthen India’s finishing options. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the side, with Axar named vice-captain.
Suryakumar Yadav (Captain), Axar Patel (Vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan (wk).
With tickets selling fast and team selections grabbing headlines, the countdown to the India vs Pakistan showdown has truly begun.
