Raipur will host all three India-Zimbabwe women’s T20I matches from October 16 to 20, with online ticket bookings opening October 12 and prices starting at Rs 250.
Raipur is preparing to host the three-match women’s T20 International series between India and Zimbabwe from October 16 to 20, 2026. Vijay Shah, director of the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Association, announced the arrangements, including the ticket prices and booking schedule.
All three matches will take place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Naya Raipur. The series is expected to provide local cricket fans with an opportunity to watch international women’s cricket at the venue.
According to the announcement, every match will begin at 7 pm. The organisers have introduced individual match tickets, combination offers, and a series pass to provide spectators with different purchasing options.
The Chhattisgarh capital will serve as the venue for the entire series, with no change of location between matches.
The fixtures are scheduled between October 16 and October 20, giving spectators the opportunity to attend individual games or purchase tickets for multiple matches.
Key details of the series include:
Series: India Women vs Zimbabwe Women T20I Series
Dates: October 16–20, 2026
Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Naya Raipur
Match timings: 7 pm for each game
Online ticket sales: Starting October 12
Starting ticket price: Rs 250
The series will bring international women’s cricket to Raipur, with all three fixtures scheduled during the five-day period.
Cricket fans can choose from several ticket categories, depending on their budget and preferred seating arrangements. The organisers have announced individual tickets, multi-match combinations, and corporate hospitality options.
The starting price of Rs 250 offers a lower-cost entry option for spectators interested in attending the matches.
The announced ticket prices for premium seating categories are as follows:
| Ticket category | Price |
|---|---|
| Platinum | Rs 3,500 |
| Gold | Rs 2,500 |
| Silver | Rs 2,000 |
A seat in the corporate box will cost Rs 3,500. Spectators or groups wishing to book an entire corporate box can do so for Rs 70,000.
The organisers have also announced lower-priced tickets starting at Rs 250. Fans should check the official booking platform for the available seating categories, prices, and applicable terms before purchasing.
Spectators planning to attend multiple games can consider the combination ticket options announced by the association.
Three-match series ticket: Rs 499
Two-match combo ticket: Rs 350
These options provide alternatives to purchasing separate tickets for each match. The series ticket may be particularly useful for fans who want to follow the entire contest from the stadium.
Online ticket sales for the India-Zimbabwe women’s T20I series will open on October 12, 2026.
According to the organisers, each transaction will be limited to a maximum of six tickets. This restriction is intended to regulate purchases and allow spectators to book tickets within the announced limit.
Fans planning to attend the matches should check the official ticketing announcement for the booking link, payment options, entry conditions, and any additional instructions.
Since the opening date is close to the first match, spectators may wish to plan their bookings in advance, especially if they intend to attend more than one fixture.
The stadium’s readiness to host the series had come under scrutiny following concerns raised by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding groundwater use at the venue.
Addressing a press conference, Chhattisgarh State Cricket Association director Vijay Shah said the necessary clearance had been obtained for the matches.
He also outlined measures introduced at the stadium to address water management concerns. These include the installation of a sewage treatment plant and a flow metre to monitor water consumption across the premises.
The measures form part of the arrangements reported by the association as it prepares to host the international fixtures.
The Indian women’s team is scheduled to arrive in Raipur on October 11, 2026, ahead of the opening match. Zimbabwe’s squad is expected to reach the city on October 12, the same day online ticket sales are due to begin.
The early arrivals will give both teams time to prepare for the series before the first match on October 16.
With all three games scheduled at the same stadium, Raipur will remain the centre of activity throughout the series.
Conclusion
The India-Zimbabwe women’s T20I series is set to bring international cricket to Raipur from October 16 to 20, 2026. With ticket prices starting at Rs 250, online sales opening on October 12, and discounted multi-match options available, fans will have several ways to attend the games.
The stadium’s reported clearance and water-management measures have also addressed concerns raised ahead of the event. The series will give local spectators an opportunity to experience three international women’s T20I matches at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium.