Get ready for the ODI World Cup 2023, where cricket’s big moments will light up the stage! The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is making waves with their ticketing plans, and they’ve picked BookMyShow as their partner. This means you can soon snag your tickets and join the excitement in the stadiums.
The tournament kicks off on October 5 and keeps the thrill alive till November 19. Across 12 famous venues, a total of 58 matches, including 10 practice games, will have cricket fans on the edge of their seats.
Now, let’s talk about how you can be part of this cricketing extravaganza. The ticket sales will happen in different steps, like chapters in a book. First off, there’s a 24-hour period just for Mastercard holders, starting on August 24 at 6 PM. This gives them the first chance to grab seats and cheer for their favorite teams.
Hemang Amin, the head of BCCI, shared the news with us. He’s really excited about BookMyShow being the go-to place for tickets. He believes buying tickets will be easy and smooth, and fans will have a blast watching the games live.
Now, mark these dates on your calendar if you want to buy tickets: August 24 (6 PM) for non-Indian matches (excluding practice games), August 29 (6 PM) for Indian matches (excluding practice games), and September 14 (6 PM) for the semi-finals and final. These are the special times for Mastercard holders.
For everyone else, here’s when you can buy tickets: August 25 (8 PM) for warm-up matches and non-Indian matches, August 30 (8 PM) for matches in Guwahati and Trivandrum, August 31 (8 PM) for matches in Chennai, Delhi, and Pune, September 1 (8 PM) for matches in Dharamsala, Lucknow, and Mumbai, September 2 (8 PM) for matches in Bengaluru and Kolkata, and finally, September 3 (8 PM) for the match in Ahmedabad.
| Date and Time | Ticket Sales Category | Matches/Events |
|---|---|---|
| August 24 (6 PM) | Mastercard Pre-sale | All Non-India event matches (excluding warm-up) |
| August 29 (6 PM) | Mastercard Pre-sale | All India matches (excluding warm-up) |
| September 14 (6 PM) | Mastercard Pre-sale | Semi-Finals and Final |
| August 25 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | Non-India Warm-Up matches and all Non-India event matches |
| August 30 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | India matches at Guwahati and Trivandrum |
| August 31 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | India matches at Chennai, Delhi, and Pune |
| September 1 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | India matches at Dharamsala, Lucknow, and Mumbai |
| September 2 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | India matches at Bengaluru and Kolkata |
| September 3 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | India match at Ahmedabad |
| September 15 (8 PM) | General Ticket Sales | Semi-Finals and Final |
And, drumroll, please! September 15 (8 PM) is the time for everyone to get their hands on tickets for the semi-finals and final. It’s your last chance to be part of the cricketing magic!
So, gear up and be ready to catch every epic moment of the ODI World Cup 2023!
FAQs
- What’s the big news about the ODI World Cup 2023?
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is in the spotlight for their ticketing plans. They’ve chosen BookMyShow as their partner, which means you can soon buy tickets and experience the excitement live.
- When does the ODI World Cup 2023 start and end?
The tournament kicks off on October 5 and keeps the thrill going until November 19. That’s a month and a half of action-packed cricket!
- How many matches are there, and where will they be played?
Get ready for 58 matches in total, including 10 practice games. These matches will be spread across 12 famous venues all around the country.
- How can I get my hands on those coveted tickets?
The ticket sales are planned in different stages. First, there’s a special window for Mastercard holders on August 24 at 6 PM. They get first dibs on seats. After that, there are more dates for different matches and phases. Check the schedule to find the right time for the matches you’re interested in.
