Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, holds the world record for hosting the most international cricket matches of any venue: 318 matches as of October 2025, and still counting. It also holds the record for the most ODIs hosted at a single ground, a record recognised by Guinness World Records.
The stadium was built in the early 1980s and has been upgraded many times since. It hosted its first international matches in April 1984, during the inaugural Asia Cup. It was one of the venues for the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and is the home of the Sharjah Warriorz in the DP World ILT20.
The 2026-27 season is very busy in Sharjah. Between October and December 2026 the stadium hosts an ODI tri-series final, a T20I series, two Test matches and eight ILT20 Season 5 games.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium has a capacity of 27,000 people
The stadium has a large stand at either end, with the areas square of the wicket offering grass banks for additional seating. It can hold 27,000 people. The stadium is owned by the Emirates Cricket Board.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Tickets
Sharjah Cricket Stadium is the home ground of UAE. It hosted many matches like intrnational matches as well as ILT regional matches. The schedule for this stadium venue is already mentioned below. So, if you are interested in buying tickets for the Sharjah Cricket Stadium you can book them from the ticket window counter of the stadium. Online ticket sale starts for the Sharjah Cricket Stadium at the event page only.
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Sharjah Cricket Stadium Schedule 2026
All times are UAE local time (GST). India Standard Time (IST) is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead.
ODI Tri-Nation Series 2026 (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe)
| Date | Match | Time (UAE) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 21 Oct 2026 | 3rd ODI: Afghanistan vs Bangladesh | 5:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| Fri, 23 Oct 2026 | Final: TBC vs TBC | 5:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
The first two tri-series matches (17 and 19 October) are played at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe T20I Series 2026
| Date | Match | Time (UAE) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 27 Oct 2026 | 1st T20I: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Thu, 29 Oct 2026 | 2nd T20I: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Sun, 1 Nov 2026 | 3rd T20I: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Test Series 2026
| Dates | Match |
|---|---|
| 5–9 Nov 2026 | 1st Test: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe |
| 13–17 Nov 2026 | 2nd Test: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe |
These will be the first Tests in Sharjah since Pakistan played West Indies here in 2016. Day timings will be confirmed closer to the series.
DP World ILT20 Season 5 (2026-27) – Sharjah Matches
ILT20 Season 5 runs from 21 November to 20 December 2026. Sharjah hosts 8 of the 34 matches, including Qualifier 2. Sharjah Warriorz play 7 of their 10 league games at home.
| Date | Match | Time (UAE) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 22 Nov 2026 | Match 2: Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants | 2:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
| Mon, 23 Nov 2026 | Match 4: Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Fri, 27 Nov 2026 | Match 8: Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Tue, 1 Dec 2026 | Match 14: Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Fri, 4 Dec 2026 | Match 18: Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Wed, 9 Dec 2026 | Match 24: Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Fri, 11 Dec 2026 | Match 26: Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Fri, 18 Dec 2026 | Qualifier 2: Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
The ILT20 final is on 20 December 2026 at Dubai International Stadium.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Tickets 2026
ILT20 Season 5 tickets
- Where to buy: online at the official ILT20 website (ilt20.ae) and Platinumlist (platinumlist.net), or at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium box office, subject to availability.
- Price: Season 5 tickets start from AED 15 on Platinumlist. Prices vary by match and enclosure.
- Seating: free seating (first come, first served) in all enclosures at Sharjah.
- Limit: maximum 10 tickets per person per match.
- Children: under 5 years enter free if they sit on an adult’s lap. Children 5 and above need a ticket.
- Delivery: e-tickets are emailed 48 hours before the match. Show them on your phone or print them.
International match tickets (Tri-Series, T20Is, Tests)
Ticket prices for the Afghanistan home series in Sharjah have not been officially announced yet. Tickets are usually sold at the stadium box office and on the stadium’s official event pages. We will update this page as soon as prices and booking links are released.
For reference, tickets for the UAE T20I Tri-Series in August–September 2025 at this venue were priced at AED 30 (General Stand), AED 75 (Gold/Platinum) and AED 200 (VIP Box).
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Records & Facts
| Location | Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
| Owner | Emirates Cricket Board |
| Capacity | About 27,000 (varies by seating configuration) |
| First international | April 1984, Asia Cup |
| International matches hosted | 318 (as of October 2025), a world record |
| Tests hosted | 9 (last: Pakistan vs West Indies, Oct–Nov 2016) |
| Last T20I (before 2026-27 season) | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 5 October 2025 |
| Home team | Sharjah Warriorz (ILT20); a regular home venue for Afghanistan |
- Sharjah became the first venue in the world to host 300 men’s international matches.
- It overtook Sydney Cricket Ground as the venue with the most internationals during the 2023 Asia Cup.
- Sachin Tendulkar’s famous “Desert Storm” innings came here in April 1998, in the Coca-Cola Cup.
The stadium has a large stand at either end, with grass banks square of the wicket for extra seating. It was the first floodlit cricket stadium in the GCC to use LED lighting.
Hotels Near Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Fans travelling to Sharjah for the 2026 season can stay close to the ground at these popular hotels:
- Citymax Hotel Sharjah
- ibis Styles Sharjah
- Rayan Hotel Sharjah
Address and Contact Details
Here are the Sharjah Cricket Stadium Address and contact details:
- Address: Second Industrial St – Industrial AreaIndustrial Area 5 – Sharjah – United Arab Emirates
- Phone: +971 6 542 2991
- Google Map Location
- E-Mail: scc_cric@emirates.net.ae
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the next match at Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
The next international match is the 3rd ODI of the Tri-Nation Series, Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, on 21 October 2026 at 5:00 PM local time. The series final follows on 23 October.
How many ILT20 2026 matches will be played in Sharjah?
Eight: seven league matches featuring Sharjah Warriorz plus Qualifier 2 on 18 December 2026.
How can I buy ILT20 tickets for Sharjah?
Buy online at ilt20.ae or platinumlist.net, or at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium box office. Tickets start from AED 15.
How many international matches has Sharjah Cricket Stadium hosted?
318 as of October 2025, the most of any cricket ground in the world. The 2026-27 home series of Afghanistan will add more to that total.
What is the capacity of Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
Around 27,000 spectators, depending on the seating configuration.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
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