The second phase of the ticket sale for the T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to commence from today (January 14) at 7.00 PM onwards. In this phase of the ticket sale, Indian cricket fans can buy tickets for four group matches of Team India.

For the initial stage of the World Cup 2026 ticket sale, the minimum price of the ticket was INR 100 only in India, keeping all fans in mind. But for the second phase of the sale, the fans may have to buy tickets in a higher price range because of the high demand for tickets. According to the website, for the India vs USA match on February 7, the price of the tickets is upwards of INR 2,000. It was the opening day of the tournament. So for valid reasons, the craze around the match is expected to be a lot higher than the other group matches. The IND vs USA match will be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

On February 15 (Sunday), India will face their archrival Pakistan in Colombo. Because of the political tensions between these two nations, the highly anticipated match is scheduled to be organized at a neutral venue, which is the R. Premadasa Stadium. The upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 will be jointly organized by India and Sri Lanka. So the IND vs PAK match will be in Sri Lanka. In the second phase of the ticket sale, the ticket price for the match can be upwards of LKR 10,000 (in Sri Lankan currency).

Read More: "I’m being very honest..."- Sitanshu Kotak comments on Ravindra Jadeja's future in Team India ahead of IND vs NZ 2nd ODI

The second phase of ticket sales for T20 WC 2026 will start today.

The 2026 WC will be the 10th edition of the T20 World Cup, featuring 20 teams and a total of 55 matches. The tournament will be held from February 7th to March 8th. The tournament will begin with Pakistan vs. Netherlands in Colombo, followed by big matches like West Indies vs. Bangladesh in Kolkata and India vs. USA in Mumbai.

Second phase of ticket sell for Team India matches for the T20 World Cup 2026:

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When does the second phase of the T20 World Cup 2026 ticket sale start?

The second phase of the T20 World Cup 2026 ticket sale begins on January 14, 2026, from 7:00 PM onwards. In this phase, Indian fans can purchase tickets for four group-stage matches featuring Team India.

2. Which Team India matches are available in the second phase of ticket sales?

Fans can buy tickets for the following four Team India group matches:

• India vs USA – February 7, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

• India vs Namibia – February 12, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

• India vs Pakistan – February 15, R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

• India vs Netherlands – February 18, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

3. Where can fans buy tickets for the T20 World Cup 2026?

Tickets can be purchased only through the official T20 World Cup website and authorized ticketing partners. Fans are advised to avoid third-party or unofficial sources to prevent scams and ensure valid entry.

4. Why are ticket prices higher in the second phase?

The first phase offered limited early-bird tickets at lower rates (starting at INR 100). In the second phase, due to massive fan demand and high-profile matches like India vs Pakistan, prices have increased accordingly.

5. Where will the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match be held?

The India vs Pakistan clash will take place on February 15 (Sunday) at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (Sri Lanka). The match will be played at a neutral venue as the 2026 T20 World Cup is being jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

The former West Indies captain and premier all-rounder, Jason Holder, was unhappy with India's decision not to accept the Asia Cup 2025 from Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, as he felt it failed to engage with the sporting arena. He continues to be a rare group of players who continue to be part of both IPL and PSL, continuing a relationship with both nations.

Post the Pahalgam tragedy in 2022, India adopted a strict discipline even in the sporting realm, which casts doubt over the scheduled matches of the Asia Cup. Jason Holder was present in an interaction with the daughter of former Australia opener, Matthew Hayden- Grace- during a show on ‘Game on with Grace.’

See Also: BCB addresses ICC's reaction to security concerns of T20 World Cup 2026 in India

“I don’t like this India-Pakistan beef that goes a long way beyond the cricket field. It is really sad. They are two powerhouses in world cricket, and to see how things have transpired, I saw India win the Asia Cup, and they didn’t go to accept the trophy. I think it’s too much. These things shouldn’t be in our game, especially if we are ambassadors of the world.” Holder expressed in the video.

Jason Holder drops shocking statement on India-Pakistan relationship

Holder calls for a move for a change, which would be needed from the top. Urging both the Asian sides to unite. The arch-rivals are going to meet in the group stage of the event, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka on February 15.

Watch the video here: 

Jason Holder on the India & Pakistan conflict pic.twitter.com/Gq3Ko4eS9k

— Usman (@jamilmusman_) January 7, 2026

“We’re talking of world peace, making the world a better place, then that’s not what you want. I think if it has to change, it has to come from influential people. They are both influential teams on the cricket field. Yes, a lot may be happening off the field, but on the field, India and Pakistan can maybe join forces in the sport. That would be huge for the context of everything.” holder addressed in the interaction.

“If they can do it on the cricket field, the two countries may be like, ‘Look, it’s done on a sporting level, maybe we can do it on an everyday level. Stop this fight, stop this war.” The former West Indies player shed light.

Pakistan won the Asia Cup U-19 trophy, defeating archrival India in the final match on Sunday. After the emphatic win, the youth team of Pakistan commemorate in celebration. After the match, they showed their dancing skills on the ground. A video of the Pakistan cricket team dancing is viral on social media platforms.

According to the video, Team Pakistan is dancing with the massively famous soundtrack from the Bollywood movie 'Dhurandhar'. Previously, during the Asia Cup U-19 tournament, when Bangladesh got a dominating win over their archrival Sri Lanka, the youth team of Bangladesh celebrated the occasion with the same soundtrack. At the end of the year, the soundtrack is being used everywhere to mark a special occasion.

Pakistan defeated India by 191 runs in the final of the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 at the ICC Academy Ground. The Pakistan cricket team registered a huge total of 347 runs against India, batting first. India, when it went to chase the target, showed intent to play an aggressive brand of cricket, but that did not work. India could score only 156 runs against all of their ten wickets. A dominating victory for the Pakistan youth team.

Pakistan cricket team's celebration after winning Asia Cup U-19 trophy over India

Why is Pakistan’s team dancing to an Indian movie song ‘Dhurandhar’ after winning the U19 Asia Cup?👀

So they even celebrate their victories to Indian songs?

Don’t they have their own songs? pic.twitter.com/PhSR48c74Y

— Mention Cricket (@MentionCricket) December 21, 2025

Sameer Minhas played a superb innings of 172 runs for the Pakistan cricket team. In reply, India managed only 26.2 overs and lost the match by 191 runs. Deepesh Devendran top-scored with 36 runs off 16 balls. Ali Raza took four wickets for Pakistan.

Samir Minhas' 172-run knock proved instrumental for Pakistan in the first innings, and India failed to even reach that total. Deepesh Devendran, an emerging Indian all-rounder, took three wickets in the match, finishing as the tournament's top wicket-taker with 14 wickets.

The Pakistan U-19 side showed some clinical performances with the bat against India in the final of the U-19 Asia Cup 2025 at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai to lift the title. On their arrival back to Islamabad, all the players received a grand welcome from the fans at the airport, along with getting bouquets and flowers.

Pakistan were exceptional with the bat in the first innings during the game as they posted a massive score of 347 in their allotted 50 overs. They are opening batter, Sameer Minhas, blasted a splendid knock of 172 runs in 113 balls at a strike rate of over 150 with the help of 17 boundaries and nine sixes.

See Also: “Studied India’s…”- Selector Aaqib Javed reveals blueprint to fix Pakistan Cricket’s future

They are number three batter Ahmed Hussain also contributed with 56 runs before their middle struggled to give them the late finish in the innings. However, the score was already a massive one for the Indian team to chase amidst the pressure of the final.

Pakistan players receive grand welcome after winning U-19 Asia Cup 2025

The Indian side kept on losing wickets one after another in the cheese, and were bundled out for 156 runs in 26.2 overs to lose the contest by 191 runs. Ali Raza was excellent with the newborn as he picked up four wickets alone, with three other bowlers sharing the rest of the six wickets among themselves.

Watch the video here: 

🚨 WARM RECEPTION FOR PAKISTAN U19 TEAM AT ISLAMABAD AIRPORT. 🔥

pic.twitter.com/yIuXLSQzuY

— Salman. (@TsMeSalman) December 22, 2025

“We were happy we lost the toss, our plan was the same, to bat first. Sameer Minhas played very well in the last two matches. Not disappointed, it was a very good total, 348. The boys collectively performed, very happy. We lost the first match against India, but the management and support staff kept team morale high; they backed us.” Pakistan captain, Farhan Yousuf, shed light on the presentation.

“It was a good innings by me, I only had in mind to score runs for the team. There was no such pressure for me; I only wanted to play my natural game and did so. We wanted to bat first because it was like a batting track. Very memorable for me.” The player of the match and the tournament, Sameer Minhas, addressed the crowd.

The final of the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai saw several heated exchanges between the two sides as the Indian side was asked to chase down a massive total after they opted to bowl first, having won the toss on a flat surface, which didn’t offer any help to the bowlers.

Sameer Minhas, the opening batter of the Pakistan side, smashed a fine knock of 172 runs in just 113 deliveries at a strike rate of 152.21 with the help of 17 boundaries and nine sixes while their number four batter, Ahmed Hussain, also claimed a fantastic knock of 56 runs in 72 balls at a strike rate of nearly 80, with the help of two fours and one six.

See Also: Watch: "Moving on to..."- Rohit Sharma's speech at Masters Union Gurgaon goes viral

Ayush Mhatre, the Indian captain, didn’t have a great event with the bat so far, and he continued the same off-form with two runs in just seven balls. He played an uppish shot off the full length region against Ali Raza and was caught at the mid-on region inside the ring.

Ayush Mhatre engaged in heated conversation with Ali Raza

Apart from the two vital knocks or even the 35 runs at number three by Usman Khan, none of the Pakistan batters contributed to the total as their middle order went through a slump in the batting department. At one stage, they were 302/3 in the 43rd over of the innings and went on to lose the next five wickets for 25 runs.

Watch the video here: 

Ayush Mhatre abused a pakistani player , What did he say in the last. pic.twitter.com/7bq6sDmy5C

— Vivek (@ivkev2006s) December 21, 2025

India didn’t make a good start in the chase. They perhaps were too aggressive in the chase and kept losing wickets one after another in the second innings. Vaibhav Suyavanshi played a tiny knock of 26 runs in 10 balls with the help of three sixes at a strike rate of 260.

India U-19 side now find themselves at 68/5 in their 10.2 overs and are likely to lose the contest from this position. For Pakistan, both Ali Raza and Mohammad Sayyam have picked up two wickets each.

Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), could reportedly meet the players during the final of the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, where the latter was in a great spot for their superb batting performance.

The reports claimed that Naqvi is scheduled to travel to Dubai to witness the U-19 Asia Cup final live at the venue and even felicitate the winners of the competition, just like he did in the Rising Stars Asia Cup final and was expected to do the same in the Men’s Asia Cup 2025 final had India not won and taken a strong stance.

See Also: Watch: “My 14 soldiers…”- Suryakumar Yadav reacts to struggling form ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

The reports also informed that Naqvi would be a prominent figure at the stadium for the climax. In addition to watching the clash, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief will attend the closing ceremony. As has been the case this year, Naqvi is expected to lead the presentation, and that’s where the controversy could unfold.

Mohsin Naqvi's drama could continue in Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 final

In September this year, Naqvi attended the senior men’s final in Dubai, where the Suryakumar Yadav-led side beat Pakistan in the final, and the event was marked by a significant geopolitical tension as the Blue Brigade, having not shaken hands with the opposition at the toss and later even in the post-match ceremony, refused to take the medal from Naqvi.

In November 2025, Naqvi was in Doha for the Rising Stars Asia Cup final for the Emerging teams. On that occasion, it was a smooth journey for the individual, with him celebrating on the field as Pakistan Shaheens won the thrilling Super Over victory against Bangladesh A.

The U-19 final has seen Pakistan in a strong position with over 250 runs for the loss of just two wickets in 37 overs. Opening batter, Sameer Minhas, smashed an unbeaten 139 runs in just 94 balls at a strike rate of around 150 with the help of 14 boundaries and seven sixes.

The stage is set for another high-voltage clash as India U19, led by Ayush Mhatre, take on Pakistan U19 in the final of the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025. The blockbuster summit clash will be played on Sunday, December 21, at the ICC Academy Ground, Dubai. Both teams come into the final with confidence after convincing semi-final wins and will be eager to lift the continental crown.

Road to the Final

India U19

India booked their place in the final after defeating Sri Lanka in a rain-reduced semi-final. The Indian bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to restrict Sri Lanka to 138 in a 20-over contest.

Despite losing openers Ayush Mhatre (7) and Vaibhav Suryavanshi (9) early, India recovered strongly thanks to a match-winning partnership between Aaron George and Vihaan Malhotra.

• Aaron George: 58 (49 balls)*
• Vihaan Malhotra: 61 (45 balls)*
• Partnership: 114 runs for the third wicket

Pakistan U19

Pakistan cruised into the final after beating Bangladesh in the second semi-final. After bowling Bangladesh out for 121, Pakistan chased down the target comfortably in 16.3 overs in a match reduced to 27 overs per side.

League Stage Head-to-Head

India and Pakistan faced each other once earlier in the tournament, with India registering a dominant 90-run victory.

• India: 240 all out
  • Aaron George: 85
  • Kanishk Chouhan: 46
• Pakistan: 150 all out
  • Kanishk Chouhan: 3 wickets
  • Deepesh Devendran: 3 wickets

That result gives India a psychological edge heading into the final.

ALSO SEE: Watch: Brand ambassador Rohit Sharma reveals official promo for T20 World Cup 2026

IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup Final: Match Details

IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup Final: Live Telecast & Streaming

IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup Final: Full Squads

India: Aaron George, Yuvraj Gohil, Abhigyan Kundu, Harvansh Pangalia, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi, Ayush Mhatre, Vihaan Malhotra, Kanishk Chouhan, Khilan Patel, Deepesh Devendran, Henil Patel, Udhav Mohan, Naman Pushpak, Kishan Singh 

Pakistan: Farhan Yousaf, Usman Khan, Ahmed Hussain, Ali Hassan Baloch, Hamza Zahoor, Huzaifa Ahsan, Mohammad Shayan, Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza, Daniyal Ali Khan, Mohammad Huzaifa, Mohammad Sayyam, Momin Qamar, Niqab Shafiq, Sameer Minhas

With history, pride, and a continental title on the line, the India vs Pakistan U19 Asia Cup Final promises a thrilling contest. India will look to repeat their league-stage dominance, while Pakistan will aim for redemption on the biggest stage. All eyes will be on Dubai as the next generation of cricketing stars take center stage in this classic rivalry.

The last few games between the two arch-rivals, India and Pakistan, have been marked by drama across the men’s, women’s, or A-side. And the same ritual continued even in the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 between the two sides at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. Ahead of the game, the ACC wanted the players to continue the game in normal ways, but the final decision was with the two boards.

In the toss, when India’s captain Ayush Mhatre lost the toss and was asked to bowl first, he didn’t shake hands and even went a step forward by not even looking at the captain of the Pakistan side, Farhan Yousuf. That was a pure signal of what was to come by the end of the clash.

See Also: Watch: Babar Azam returns for 2 in poor BBL 2025/26 debut for Sydney Sixers

And that exactly happened when the Blue Brigade collected a victory by 90 runs by bundling out the Pakistan side for 150 runs in 41.2 overs in the chase of 240 runs. The Indian players congratulated each other and shook hands while the two Pakistan players waited for a few seconds before making their way out of the ground.

Indian players refuse to shake hands with Pakistan players

India lost their in-form opening batter, Vaibhav Suryvanshi, early in the first innings for five runs, while Mhatre smashed 38 runs in 25 balls at a strike rate of 152, thanks to four boundaries and three sixes. Their number three batter, Aaron George, nailed 85 runs in 88 balls at a strike rate of just under 100, thanks to 12 boundaries and one six.

Watch the video here: 

No handshake again bacho ko bhi gaseet diya poltics mai pic.twitter.com/9ZYKRtoK87

— A S N (@anshulnegi93) December 14, 2025

Their lower-middle order batter, Kanishk Chouhan, slammed 46 runs at a strike rate of 100, shouldering on two fours and three sixes as they got bundled out for 240 in 46.1 overs. On a skiddy surface, it was expected to be a tough chase.

Pakistan didn’t have any major contribution in the batting department, apart from their middle-order batter, Huzaifa Ahsan, who scored 70 runs at a strike rate of 84, with the help of nine boundaries and two sixes. India continued their dominance with two successive wins in as many games.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was the biggest contributor for India in their opening clash of the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 against the United Arab Emirates at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. But after a failure with the bat in the second clash against the arch-rivals, Pakistan, he had a role reversal with the ball where he picked up a vital wicket in his only over of the game.

Ayush Mhatre, the opening batter of the Under-19 side, smashed 38 runs in 25 balls at a strike rate of 152 with the help of four boundaries and three sixes, while their number three batter, Aaron George, nailed a fine knock of 85 runs in 88 balls, shouldering on 12 boundaries and one six at a strike rate of a touch under 100.

See Also: Watch: Lionel Messi arrives in Mumbai to meet Sachin Tendulkar at Wankhede Stadium in "GOAT India Tour' 2025

Suryavanshi, who got only five runs with the bat in the first innings, came into the attack on the 24th over of the second innings. The left-arm spinner bowled a slow delivery against the Pakistan captain, Farhan Yousuf, who cut the delivery into the hands of Naman Pushpak, who was standing at the point region.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi dismisses Pakistan captain for 23

The top order of the Pakistan side didn’t contribute at all with the bat. Only Usman Khan got into double figures with the bat for 16 runs, while Ali Hasan Baloch ended with a six-ball duck. Their only shining light of the department was Huzaifa Ahsan, who smashed 70 runs in 83 balls with the help of nine fours and two sixes.

Watch the video here: 

Not on the wishlist… but we’ll take it 😉

Boss Baby delivering in unexpected ways. 👏

Watch #INDvPAK LIVE NOW on Sony Sports Network TV channels & Sony LIV. #SonySportsNetwork #DPWorldMensU19AsiaCup2025 #SonyLIV pic.twitter.com/tTilbT96x2

— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) December 14, 2025

However, it was not enough to chase down the score as they were bundled out for 150 in 41.2 overs. Deepesh Devendran ended with figures of 3/16 in seven overs, while Kanish Chouhan also bagged three wickets for 33 runs in 10 overs, including a maiden.

India remains at the top of the points table with two massive wins in two successive games. Their next fixture will now be against Malaysia at the Sevens Stadium in Dubai. They are expected to win that clash to qualify for the semifinal, while the final of the event takes place on December 21.

India enjoyed a massive victory in their opening game of the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2025 against the United Arab Emirates at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai when their left-handed opening batter, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, smashed a fine century to drill the opposition bowlers around the park. But he couldn’t repeat the same dominance against Pakistan in the following encounter.

India locked horns with its arch-rivals when the rain delayed the start of action at the same venue before the officials revised the playing conditions for the 49-over per side clash. Vaibhav Suryavashi opened with Ayush Mhatre, who didn’t have a great game two days ago, went hard after the opening bowlers, Ali Raza and Mohammad Sayyam.

See Also: Watch: Should India drop Shubman Gill from T20Is? AB de Villiers reacts to give unique idea

The latter, however, drew the first blood with the wicket of Suryavanshi on five runs in six balls. It was a short length delivery that came from the angle to the southpaw, who just checked his drive, only to see the ball balloon in the air. The bowler grabbed a fine catch on his follow-through to send the batter back.

Pakistan celebrate at Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s face after his dismissal

The Indian captain, Ayush Mhatre, played a small yet decent knock of 38 runs in just 25 balls at a strike rate of 152 with the help of four boundaries and three sixes. Meanwhile, Aaron George, who celebrated his respective fifty in the previous game, dashed a fine run-a-ball 41 runs as India reached 95/2 in their 14 overs.

Watch the video here: 

pic.twitter.com/CwPqwZpfXI

— mediaaaa (@pctarchive) December 14, 2025

Pakistan has also been coming off a massive win of 297 runs against Malaysia in their opening game. Batting first, they posted 345/3 in their 50 overs with opener Sameer Minhas cracking an unbeaten 177 runs in 148 balls while Ahemed Hussain nailed 132 runs in 114 balls.

In the second innings. Malaysia got bundled out for 48 runs in 19.4 overs as none of their batters could convert their score into double figures. Raza and Sayyam picked up three wickets each in the defense, while Daniyal Ali Khan collected two wickets for six runs in four overs.