A significant development in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is the commencement of ticket sales. On Thursday, the ICC opened Phase I sales at 18:45 IST for what it describes as the most accessible global cricket event ever. In the host countries, India, fans can purchase tickets from just Rs 100, while in Sri Lanka, supporters will be able to book seats from LKR 1,000. Over two million tickets have been made available in the first phase of sales across eight venues for matches staged between 7 February and 8 March, as the ICC bids to ensure that as many fans as possible experience the tournament directly from the stadiums. Affordable Pricing Strategy for Fans The ICC is keen on lower prices to ensure greater participation by people who show interest in watching the event. The Phase I pricing in India starts at Rs 100, one of the lowest entry points ever seen for an ICC event in India. Ticket prices start from LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka. This approach by the ICC basically means that “opening the gates wider than ever” to allow more fans from all walks of life to participate in such an event, a part of larger efforts which have been pursued to easily access the big cricket events locally and globally. Also Read | India to face maximum workload before '26 T29 Men World Cup; Australia relaxed from T20I load How to Book T20 World Cup 2026 Tickets Step 1: Please visit the official portal - Go to tickets.cricketworldcup.com, the only official site for buying tickets. It is recommended to bookmark the link beforehand to avoid any hassle over time. Step 2: Sign Up/User Login - Create an account using your name, email, and mobile number. All ticket details will be sent via email. Step 3: Fill in the basic information - Complete with any required information. Some venues request verification of an ID. Step 4: Select your match - Choose the match, date, and venue to attend. Check the local match timings. Step 5: Ticket category selection - Tickets are categorized starting from Rs 100 in India and LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka. Higher-priced categories pop up according to the venue. Step 6: Choose a seat - If seat maps are available, select your preferred seats. With the high-demand matches, smaller group bookings may work better. Step 7: Review your booking - Check the match details, the number of tickets, category, and final price before paying for them. Step 8: Pay - Use any option: UPI, debit card, credit card, net banking or supported international card. Step 9: Get confirmation - You will also receive confirmation via email and e-tickets, usually in downloadable PDF form. Also Read | IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026 Set for Feb 15; India to Face USA First BCCI and SLC Welcome Fans BCCI honorary secretary Devajit Saikia said: "The affordable tickets will lift the bars of fan excitement and help create strong stadium atmospheres. The board is working with all its partners to ensure smooth facilities, proper logistics, and a great match-day experience." Sri Lanka Cricket's CEO, Ashley de Silva, insisted that Sri Lankan venues are getting ready to offer a warm and energetic atmosphere, as he called for early bookings. The nation is getting ready to welcome supporters from all over the world once again. A Global Event of Great Importance Across Two Nations The T20 World Cup, which India and Sri Lanka are co-hosting, includes 20 teams and 55 matches across eight major venues. The tournament opens with a match between Pakistan and the Netherlands in Colombo. Other early matches include West Indies vs Bangladesh in Kolkata and India vs USA in Mumbai. Key venues include Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium and Kandy’s Pallekele Stadium.