Cricket enthusiasts worldwide, get ready to mark your calendars! The long-awaited ticket sale for the 2023 ODI World Cup is just on the horizon, and an exciting surprise awaits Indian fans. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially revealed that tickets for India’s matches in Chennai, Delhi, and Pune will be available starting from 8 PM (IST) on Thursday, August 31. This announcement has sparked a surge of anticipation among cricket aficionados, particularly those eager to witness Team India’s journey in this prestigious tournament.
India’s Upcoming Matches
A cricketing powerhouse, India will kick off their World Cup campaign on October 8 with a clash against arch-rivals Australia at Chennai’s historic MA Chidambaram Stadium. Just a few days later, on October 11, they will take on Afghanistan at New Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. The action-packed encounter between India and Bangladesh will unfold at Pune’s Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium (MCA) on October 19.
Important Dates to Remember
For those looking to secure their seats for other India fixtures, the ticket sale will continue on September 1, 2, and 3. On September 1, tickets will be available for matches in Dharamsala, Lucknow, and Mumbai. Fans can grab tickets for games scheduled in Bangalore and Kolkata on September 2. Lastly, tickets for the match in Ahmedabad will be up for grabs on September 3.
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The Journey to the Finals
As the tournament progresses and anticipation builds, the ICC has also confirmed that tickets for the highly-anticipated semifinals and final will be released on September 15. These matches are expected to be intense, and fans won’t want to miss the opportunity to witness history in the making.
A Glimpse of the Recent Past
For those who can’t wait until August 31, it’s worth remembering that tickets for non-Indian matches in the 2023 World Cup have already been available. Mastercard users got a head start on August 24, while the general public joined in on the excitement on August 25. This early ticket release allowed fans to secure their spots for other thrilling matchups in this highly-awaited tournament.