The season is getting close, and fans are already looking for IPL 2026 tickets. The first phase of the tournament will run from March 28 to April 12, 2026. The opening match will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Right now, ticket sales have not officially started. A ticket page has been created on District by Zomato, but tickets are not available yet. The platform has said that sales will begin soon once the full schedule and booking window open.
For the opening weekend, after the Bengaluru match, Mumbai Indians will play Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium on March 29. The first double-header of the season is planned for April 4, when Delhi Capitals meet Mumbai Indians at Arun Jaitley Stadium, followed by Gujarat Titans against Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad.
Some teams will start the season away from their usual home grounds. Rajasthan Royals will open their home games in Guwahati, while Punjab Kings will play early home matches at PCA Stadium.
One more thing to note is that matches in Bengaluru still need final approval. The Board of Control for Cricket in India said the stadium will be inspected on March 13, 2026 to check if everything is ready for IPL match days.
Because the opening game in Bengaluru has limited seating and high demand, tickets for that match are expected to sell out very quickly once the general sale officially begins.
How to buy IPL 2026 Tickets Online?
The IPL 2026 tickets has started to move slowly. Fans are especially trying to get seats for the opening match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The match will be played on March 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Right now, ticket sales are mainly being handled through three online platforms. These include BookMyShow, District by Zomato, and Paytm Insider. The main general sale for all matches has not fully opened yet, but some early options are already available.
BookMyShow has started pre-sale registration for matches involving Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans. Fans can register for early access to games at Wankhede Stadium and Narendra Modi Stadium. Registering does not guarantee a ticket. It only gives fans a chance to enter the early booking window, and tickets are still sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Another platform, District by Zomato, has created a new IPL section in its app. The page already shows the IPL 2026 category, but ticket sales there are marked as “coming soon.” Meanwhile, Paytm Insider is expected to open ticket sales later in March, and it usually handles matches for teams like Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals.
Teams also put ticket links on their own websites. For example, Royal Challengers Bengaluru may share ticket sales on their site. Chennai Super Kings often posts booking links on its official website for home matches.
Ticket prices for the 2026 season will change depending on the stadium and the seat section. Basic seats may cost about ₹450 to ₹950. Mid-range seats could be around ₹1,500 to ₹4,500, which usually give a better view of the field. Premium or pavilion seats may cost ₹6,000 to ₹12,000.
Where will the IPL 2026 opener be held?
The opening match of the IPL 2026 season will take place on March 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. In that game, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Sunrisers Hyderabad.
This match is part of the first phase of the tournament, which runs from March 28 to April 12, 2026. The schedule for the rest of the season will be announced later. It will be announces when the election dates in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Assam are confirmed.
During this opening phase, 20 matches will be played across 10 venues. Some teams will use two home grounds this season. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play five home matches in Bengaluru and two in Raipur. Punjab Kings will play four home matches in New Chandigarh and three in Dharamshala. Rajasthan Royals will play three home matches in Guwahati and four in Jaipur.
FAQs
Q. When will the Indian Premier League 2026 season begin?
A. The season will start on March 28, 2026.
Q. Where will the opening match of IPL 2026 be played?
A. The match will take place at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Q. How much could IPL 2026 tickets cost?
A. Basic seats may cost around ₹450 to ₹950, while premium and corporate seats could go from ₹6,000 to ₹40,000.
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