The wait is almost over. IPL 2026 kicks off on March 28 with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
With just days left for the tournament to begin, the BCCI has finally launched tickets for several matches of IPL 2026, which are now live on BookMyShow. For some matches, pre-registration is available so fans can get notified the moment tickets go on sale.
The Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings clash on March 30 at Guwahati is also available for booking on District by Zomato. Let’s take a look at the matches whose tickets are now live and how you can book yours.
IPL 2026 Matches With Tickets Now Live
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Time (IST) | Ticket Status | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match 3 | March 30 | Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings | ACA Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM | Booking Live | District by Zomato |
| Match 5 | April 1 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 7:30 PM | Booking Live | BookMyShow |
| Match 6 | April 2 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM | Booking Live | BookMyShow |
| Match 9 | April 4 | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM | Presale Live | BookMyShow |
| Match 12 | April 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM | Booking Live | BookMyShow |
| Match 15 | April 9 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM | Booking Live | BookMyShow |
For the remaining matches, fans can pre-register on BookMyShow and District by Zomato to receive early notifications when ticket sales open.
When Will RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 and Other Match Tickets Go Live?
While several IPL 2026 match tickets are already live, some of the biggest fixtures are still awaiting their ticket release. The season opener, Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28 at Chinnaswamy Stadium, the blockbuster MI vs KKR at Wankhede on March 29, and RCB vs CSK on April 5 are among the matches where tickets are not yet available.
These are high-intensity fixtures that attract massive demand and typically sell out within minutes. The BCCI and franchise ticketing partners usually release tickets for such marquee games closer to the match date in a phased manner to manage demand and prevent server crashes.
The tickets for these matches are expected to go live in the coming days. Until then, fans should pre-register on BookMyShow and District by Zomato, turn on notifications, and follow their favourite franchise’s official social media handles for instant ticket sale announcements.
IPL 2026 Ticket Price Range (Approximate)
Ticket prices vary by venue and seating category. Here is a general price range fans can expect across IPL 2026 venues.
| Category | Price Range (INR) |
|---|---|
| General Stand | 500 to 800 |
| Mid Range Seats | 1,500 to 2,500 |
| Premium / Pavilion | 5,000 to 15,000 |
| VIP / Hospitality | 20,000 to 35,000 |
Prices may differ based on the venue, opponent, and match importance. Final and playoff tickets are typically priced higher.
