Asia Cup

Asia Cup 2023: When you can buy tickets for Sri Lanka leg?

by
Zainab Shafiq
August 16, 2023

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The eagerly anticipated ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2023 Sri Lanka leg tickets are set to hit the shelves on Thursday, August 17th. The exciting announcement comes from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the proud host of this prestigious event, who disclosed that these tickets will be available through pcb.bookme.pk.

In an official statement, the PCB expressed their delight in sharing the news, stating, “The Pakistan Cricket Board as hosts of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2023 is pleased to announce the sale of match tickets for the Sri Lanka leg of the event. Tickets for the first phase of the Sri Lanka leg will go on sale from 12 pm (noon) PST on August 17.”

These tickets, along with information releases, will be accessible via the official social media channels of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The second phase of ticket sales is also slated to commence at 6:30 pm PST on the same day, featuring the highly anticipated match between arch-rivals Pakistan and India on September 2nd.

A total of nine thrilling encounters will grace Sri Lanka, including the grand finale. The action-packed series will kick off with the host team, Sri Lanka, taking on Bangladesh at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on August 31st.

Notably, the sales for the Asia Cup matches scheduled in Pakistan have already commenced, with the tournament igniting in Multan with a match between hosts Pakistan and Nepal on August 30th.

The comprehensive schedule of the Asia Cup encompasses a riveting group stage and the exhilarating Super 4s:

Group Stage Asia Cup 2023:

Aug 30 – Pakistan vs Nepal in Multan at 2:30 pm (PST)
Aug 31 – Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka in Kandy at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 2 – Pakistan vs India in Kandy at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 3 – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan in Lahore at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 4 – India vs Nepal in Kandy at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 5 – Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka in Lahore at 2:30 pm (PST)

Super 4s:

Sept 6 – A1 vs B2 in Lahore at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 9 – B1 vs B2 in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 10 – A1 vs A2 in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 12 – A2 vs B1 in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 14 – A1 vs B1 in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 15 – A2 vs B2 in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)
Sept 17 – Final in Colombo at 2:30 pm (PST)

Amidst the intense matchups and fervent competition, it’s worth noting that team positions remain irrespective of their initial standings. Pakistan will maintain the A1 spot, India the A2 spot, while Nepal or other contenders will fill any unoccupied slots as the event unfolds. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, likewise, will retain their B1 and B2 positions, respectively, with potential replacements as Super 4s approach. The cricketing world awaits this exhilarating journey as the Asia Cup unfolds its thrilling chapters on the field.