The upcoming One Day International (ODI) World Cup 2023 is set to grace the hallowed grounds of India, an event that fervent cricket enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated for ticket procurement. In these exciting times, cricket devotees are met with some thrilling news.
The protracted wait for ODI World Cup tickets is drawing to a close. In just a few short hours, fans will have the honor of securing these coveted tickets. India is poised to host the World Cup, with the action kicking off on the 5th of October and continuing through to the 19th of November.
The inaugural match will see England facing off against New Zealand. Starting from the 25th of August, tickets for the preparatory matches featuring the nine participating teams, excluding India, as well as tickets for the World Cup matches involving these nine teams will be up for grabs.
The ticket acquisition process will commence at 8 pm, with the most affordable ticket priced at a mere 499 rupees. From the 30th of August, enthusiasts will also have the opportunity to secure tickets for Team India’s matches.
The ICC website is now the platform of choice for online ticket sales for the non-Indian matches of the World Cup cricket tournament, starting at 8:00 am on the 25th of August. Furthermore, the ICC has provided the exact schedule for the commencement of online ticket sales for India’s matches.
Fans looking to secure tickets for non-Indian matches should promptly visit tickets.cricketworldcup.com to check ticket availability and pricing for their preferred fixtures.
Afterward, this ICC website will redirect interested parties to a reputable online ticketing platform that facilitates ticket purchases for a wide range of entertainment events, stage performances, and sporting contests.
For international enthusiasts seeking to buy tickets online, it’s crucial to note that the website opens at 8 pm Indian Standard Time.
For instance, cricket enthusiasts residing in London should access the website at 3:30 pm local time on the specified date for ticket purchases. Meanwhile, cricket fans in Sydney should log in at the stroke of midnight.
Tickets for high-demand matches, such as the India-Pakistan showdown scheduled for 10:00 am, are expected to generate significant web traffic, possibly leading to website congestion and rapid sellouts, much to the dismay of eager fans.
Reservation Procedure:
ICC extends a warm invitation to fans to register for continuous updates regarding ticket-related matters by visiting the website https://www.cricketworldcup.com/register.
This platform serves as a hub for ticket-related notifications. Initial registration requires the submission of a valid email address, followed by logging in to facilitate ticket acquisition.
After completing the reservation process, fans can choose to retrieve their tickets at a designated center or opt for courier service, with courier fees being a separate charge.
Affordable Fare to Lucknow:
Regarding the World Cup, the most budget-friendly tickets are available in Lucknow, priced at a modest 499 rupees. Alternatively, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Dharamshala, and Pune offer tickets at varying rates, ranging from 500 to 1000 rupees.
The highest-priced ticket is set at 1500 rupees for the South Africa-Australia clash scheduled in Lucknow on the 12th of October. In stark contrast, the opening match at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium commands a premium price of 6000 rupees for admission.
12 Distinguished Venues for World Cup 2023:
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has designated a total of 12 venues for the World Cup matches. The primary contests will unfold at 10 of these locations, with Guwahati and Trivandrum reserved for warm-up matches.
Tickets for Team India’s matches will be available in distinct phases, starting from the 30th of August and concluding on the 3rd of September. Additionally, fans can reserve seats for the semi-final and final matches, beginning on the 15th of September.
Schedule for Online Ticket Sales:
August 25: Non-Indian matches from 8 pm.
August 30: India matches in Guwahati and Thiruvananthapuram from 8 pm.
August 31: India matches in Chennai, Delhi, and Pune from 8 pm.
September 1: India matches in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Mumbai from 8 pm.
September 2: India matches in Bengaluru and Kolkata on the 2nd from 8 pm.
September 3: India match (India-Pakistan) in Ahmedabad from 8 pm.
September 15: Semi-Finals and Finals from 8 pm.