The highly-awaited tickets for the match between IND vs PAK in the T20 World Cup 2026 were finally available for purchase, putting the entire cricketing world into a frenzy.
Though the uncertainty related to Bangladesh’s schedule has not been resolved, ticket sales for the most popular India vs. Pakistan match have started, which indicates their unending demand. The tie is a high-octane encounter, which will take place on February 15 in Colombo, one of the crucial hosting cities for the event.
BookMyShow Crashes Amid Unprecedented Demand
The second round of ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 began on Wednesday, January 15, through the ticketing website BookMyShow. However, the website experienced a flood of traffic in just a couple of minutes, mainly due to the fans rushing to book IND vs PAK tickets.
The massive number of users trying for a seat at the same time made BookMyShow’s server go down, citing the immense global appeal of this India-Pakistan Match, which has long been considered the most coveted one in world cricket.
T20 World Cup 2026: Tournament Overview
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place from February 7 to March 8, with top international teams competing in India and Sri Lanka for the title.
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Tournament Start: February 7
Final: March 8
Key Venues: Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Colombo
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India’s Group Stage Schedule
India will kick off their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on home soil before heading into the marquee clash against Pakistan.
Feb 7: India vs USA – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Feb 12: India vs Namibia – Delhi
Feb 15: India vs Pakistan – Colombo
Final Group Match: India vs Netherlands – Ahmedabad
The India-Pakistan match in Colombo remains the centerpiece of India’s group-stage fixtures.
Pakistan’s Group Stage Fixtures
Pakistan will play all their group-stage matches in Colombo, split across two iconic venues the Sinhalese Sports Club and R Premadasa Stadium.
Opening Match: Pakistan vs Netherlands – Colombo
Feb 10: Pakistan vs USA – Colombo
Feb 15: Pakistan vs India – Colombo
Final Group Match: Pakistan vs Namibia – Colombo
Why IND vs PAK Tickets Are in Record Demand
Because the rivalry between India and Pakistan is bigger than sport, the tickets for IND vs PAK are always the hottest commodity of any ICC event. This time, with restricted seating, neutral venue conditions, and the worldwide spotlight of the T20 World Cup 2026, demand has reached unprecedented levels.
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