T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final and Final Tickets Go Live — Dates, Venues & How to Book
The knockout stage is almost here — and now fans can finally secure their seats. Tickets for the semi-finals and final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 went on sale at 7 PM IST on Tuesday, February 24, with an initial allocation available across all ticket categories for each of the three matches.
Semi-finals are on March 4 and 5. The final is on March 8. Here is everything you need to know before you book.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | March 4, 2026 | Colombo (R Premadasa) OR Kolkata (Eden Gardens) |
| Semi-Final 2 | March 5, 2026 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Final | March 8, 2026 | Colombo OR Ahmedabad |
Where to Buy T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final and Final Tickets
All tickets are available to purchase at tickets.t20worldcup.com. This first release covers an initial allocation of seats across categories for all three matches — semi-final 1, semi-final 2, and the final. Demand will be enormous, so booking early is strongly advised.
One important thing to note: if you purchase tickets for a venue that ultimately does not host the match — due to the floating venue arrangement explained below — you will receive a full refund. So there is no risk in booking early.
The Floating Venue Explained — Semi-Final 1 and the Final
This is the part that has cricket fans talking. Semi-final 1 and the final do not have fixed venues — they depend entirely on which teams qualify from the ongoing Super Eight stage.
Semi-Final 1 Venue — Colombo or Kolkata
The logic works like this:
- If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals → Semi-final 1 is in Colombo on March 4
- If Pakistan don’t qualify but Sri Lanka qualify and play anyone other than India → Semi-final 1 is in Colombo on March 4
- If neither applies, or if India face Sri Lanka → Semi-final 1 moves to Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on March 4
Final Venue — Colombo or Ahmedabad
- If Pakistan reach the final → The final is played in Colombo
- If Pakistan do not reach the final → The final is played in Ahmedabad
This floating arrangement makes the Super Eight results even more significant — not just for qualification, but for determining where some of the biggest matches in world cricket will be played.
Check the live Super 8 points table to follow which teams are on course to qualify and what that means for the semi-final venues.
Current Super 8 Standings — Who Is Qualifying?
After the first round of Super Eight fixtures, the picture is becoming clearer in both groups.
Group 1:
- West Indies — 2 points after a dominant 107-run win over Zimbabwe
- South Africa — 2 points after a 76-run hammering of India
- India — 0 points, must win both remaining games
- Zimbabwe — 0 points, facing near-impossible task
Group 2:
- England — 2 points, already qualified for semi-finals after beating Pakistan by 2 wickets
- Pakistan — 1 point, must win vs New Zealand to stay alive
- New Zealand — 1 point from the washout vs Pakistan
- Sri Lanka — 0 points, must win both remaining games
The semi-final venues hinge particularly on whether Pakistan and Sri Lanka qualify — meaning the next few days of Super Eight cricket will determine not just who advances but where they play.
See the full Super 8 groups and fixtures to track every result that shapes the knockout bracket and venue decisions.
Why These Matches Will Be Sold Out Fast
The T20 World Cup final on March 8 is one of the most sought-after tickets in world sport. Whether it ends up in Colombo or Ahmedabad, demand will far outstrip supply within hours of tickets going live.
The semi-finals are no different. A potential India appearance at Wankhede in semi-final 2, a possible India vs Pakistan final scenario, or a West Indies vs England clash — any combination of these fixtures will draw enormous interest from fans across the globe.
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata holds over 66,000 fans — one of cricket’s greatest atmospheres
- R Premadasa, Colombo is a fortress for Sri Lankan home fans and hosts some of the most electric atmospheres in Asian cricket
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai is an iconic ground with a legendary T20 reputation
- Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium is the world’s largest cricket ground — a fitting venue for a World Cup final
Key Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tickets Go Live | February 24, 2026 — 7 PM IST |
| Semi-Final 1 | March 4, 2026 |
| Semi-Final 2 | March 5, 2026 |
| Final | March 8, 2026 |
Follow all T20 World Cup 2026 schedule updates including venue confirmations as they are announced once the Super Eight results are finalised.
The Bottom Line
The knockout stage of the biggest T20 tournament on the planet is just days away — and tickets are now live. Book early, understand the floating venue situation before you travel, and keep watching the Super Eight results because they will decide where you need to be on March 4, 5, and 8.
FAQs
Q. When did T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final and final tickets go on sale? Tickets went live at 7 PM IST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, with an initial allocation available across all ticket categories.
Q. Where can I buy T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final and final tickets? All tickets are available at tickets.t20worldcup.com — the official ICC ticketing platform for the tournament.
Q. What are the dates for T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals and final? Semi-final 1 is on March 4, semi-final 2 is on March 5, and the final is on March 8, 2026.
Q. Why does semi-final 1 have two possible venues? Semi-final 1 is a floating fixture between Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium and Kolkata’s Eden Gardens — the venue depends on whether Pakistan or Sri Lanka qualify from the Super Eights.
Q. What happens if I buy tickets for the wrong venue? If the venue you purchased tickets for does not end up hosting the match, the ICC will issue a full refund to the ticket holder.
Q. Where will the T20 World Cup 2026 final be played? The final on March 8 will be in Colombo if Pakistan reach the final, or in Ahmedabad if Pakistan do not qualify for the final.
