Ticket applications for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 passed one million in less than three days after the ballot opened on 1 October, and India’s matches account for the biggest demand.
More than 320,000 fans have registered, applying for over 1.1 million tickets for matches in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
India dominate the wish lists
India v Pakistan is the most requested fixture, with more than 110,000 applications. South Africa v India has drawn more than 92,000 and India v Australia more than 86,000. The pre-seeded Super 7 fixture between India (A1) and Pakistan (A3) on 7 November is fourth with almost 78,000, and the final on 21 November has attracted almost 69,000. India’s group schedule was announced last week.
ICC chief executive Sanjog Gupta said: “One million ticket applications in just over 48 hours of opening the ticket ballot is a demonstration of the attention, stature and affiliation for ICC Cricket World Cup 2027.” He added that the tournament marks the return of a men’s ICC marquee event to Africa after two decades.
Qondisa Ngwenya, chief executive of the local organising committee, said: “South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia are ready to open their doors to the world and deliver a World Cup that is memorable both on and off the field.”
How the ballot works
The ballot is open until 23:59 Central Africa Time on 21 November (3.29am IST on 22 November). Entry is free, and no payment is taken at registration. Fans can enter once per match and apply for several matches. It is not first come, first served: where demand exceeds supply, buyers are chosen at random and told by email how to purchase.
