When and where to buy IPL 2026 playoffs, final tickets: Complete guide
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the ticket sale schedule for the IPL 2026 playoffs, with online bookings set to begin in phases later this week. District by Zomato has been named the official ticketing partner for the knockout stage.
The playoff action begins with Qualifier 1 on May 26 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, followed by the Eliminator on May 27 at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh. Qualifier 2 will be played on May 29 in New Chandigarh, while the final is scheduled for May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
RuPay cardholders get early access
Ticket sales will open first for RuPay credit cardholders, who have been given priority access through exclusive booking windows. The first priority window opens on May 20 at 7:00 PM and will remain active for 24 hours, allowing eligible users to book tickets for Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator.
A second exclusive booking window for RuPay cardholders will begin on May 22 at 7:00 PM, covering ticket sales for Qualifier 2 and the final.
General sale dates announced
For the general public, ticket sales for Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will commence on May 21 at 8:00 PM, one day after the RuPay pre-sale begins. Bookings for Qualifier 2 and the final will open on May 23 at 8:00 PM.
The BCCI said tickets will be available only through authorised online platforms, with fans able to make purchases via the official IPL website as well as the District by Zomato website and mobile application.
Demand expected to be high
The staggered rollout is aimed at managing demand for the tournament’s most anticipated fixtures, with interest expected to be high as teams battle for the title. The playoffs will mark the culmination of another competitive IPL season, with the final set to be played at the world’s largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.
Fans have been advised to rely only on official booking channels to avoid fraudulent or counterfeit tickets. With the knockout line-up nearing confirmation, the rush to secure seats for the decisive matches is expected to intensify in the coming days.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the ticket sale schedule for the IPL 2026 playoffs, with online bookings set to begin in phases later this week. District by Zomato has been named the official ticketing partner for the knockout stage.
The playoff action begins with Qualifier 1 on May 26 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, followed by the Eliminator on May 27 at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh. Qualifier 2 will be played on May 29 in New Chandigarh, while the final is scheduled for May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
RuPay cardholders get early access
Ticket sales will open first for RuPay credit cardholders, who have been given priority access through exclusive booking windows. The first priority window opens on May 20 at 7:00 PM and will remain active for 24 hours, allowing eligible users to book tickets for Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator.
A second exclusive booking window for RuPay cardholders will begin on May 22 at 7:00 PM, covering ticket sales for Qualifier 2 and the final.
General sale dates announced
For the general public, ticket sales for Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will commence on May 21 at 8:00 PM, one day after the RuPay pre-sale begins. Bookings for Qualifier 2 and the final will open on May 23 at 8:00 PM.
The BCCI said tickets will be available only through authorised online platforms, with fans able to make purchases via the official IPL website as well as the District by Zomato website and mobile application.
Demand expected to be high
The staggered rollout is aimed at managing demand for the tournament’s most anticipated fixtures, with interest expected to be high as teams battle for the title. The playoffs will mark the culmination of another competitive IPL season, with the final set to be played at the world’s largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.
Fans have been advised to rely only on official booking channels to avoid fraudulent or counterfeit tickets. With the knockout line-up nearing confirmation, the rush to secure seats for the decisive matches is expected to intensify in the coming days.
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