- SportsTak

Tickets for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021 are now available on the official website. Unlike the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), all UAE venues will be operating at approximately 70 per cent of maximum seated capacity. Abu Dhabi venue has also introduced unique socially-distanced ‘pods’ which will seat a maximum of four spectators. The pods will be available on the east and west grass mounds of the Abu Dhabi stadium.

The T20 World Cup matches before Super 12s taking place in Oman are also available on the website. The Oman Cricket Academy will be able to seat 3,000 fans as a result of a temporary infrastructure they have built recently.

The ticket prices in Oman and UAE will start at 10 OMR (Rs 1,925 approximately) and 30 AED (Rs 600 approx.) respectively. Tickets for all 45 matches are now available (www.t20worldcup.com/tickets). International Cricket Council (ICC) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have ensured that the fans stay safe with Covid-19 protocols followed at all venues.

Geoff Allardice, ICC Acting CEO said: "We are delighted to be welcoming fans back to international cricket in both Oman and the UAE to enjoy the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Our thanks to our hosts BCCI, Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) and Oman Cricket as well as the local governments in these regions for their support in ensuring fans could attend in a safe environment,”.

"The biggest sporting spectacle to have ever taken place in the region deserved to be played out in front of passionate cricket fans from all 16 nations competing and we are doing everything possible to keep it safe for all. It has been five years since the last Men’s T20 World Cup and we can’t wait for the world’s best players to arrive in Oman and the UAE and showcase the very best of T20 cricket," Allardice added.

Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary BCCI, said: “I am delighted that the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be played in front of cheering fans both in the UAE and Oman. My sincere thanks to the government of the UAE and Oman for paving the way for fans to return. The anticipation for the World Cup, which is taking place after five years, is building with each passing day. I am sure we will have fans coming from different parts of the world to support their team. The vibe they will create will boost the performances on the field,”.

“The ticket sales have started, and I urge everyone to stay safe and follow the health advisories and savour the experience.”