Derby Tickets go live tomorrow as Durand Cup Organising Committee unveils Kolkata ticketing plan for 135th IndianOil Durand Cup
Kolkata, July 20, 2026:
Football fans can now gear up for the highly anticipated opening match of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup, with ticket sales for the blockbuster clash between East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant officially set to begin tomorrow, 21 July 2026. The Kolkata Derby will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday, 25th July, with the kick-off time scheduled for 17:00 IST. Both clubs are the most successful teams in Durand Cup history, with 33 titles between them, with Mohun Bagan winning 17 titles and East Bengal winning 16 titles.
Kolkata Derby Ticketing Details:
Due to the massive demand for the marquee encounter, physical tickets will be mandatory for entry.
- Online Sales: Will commence at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, exclusively through the BookMyShow app and the website.
- Offline Sales & Online Redemption: For fans preferring to purchase tickets in person, offline sales and online ticket redemptions will be available from 22 July to 24 July 2026, between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM. These will only be available at the East Bengal Maidan Tent and the Mohun Bagan Maidan Tent.
Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and only until stocks last.
Other Kolkata Matches (m-Tickets):
For all other group stage and knockout matches hosted in Kolkata (excluding the Derby), the tournament will utilize m-tickets (mobile tickets) through the BookMyShow app and the website for the convenience of the fans, ensuring a seamless, paperless entry into the stadiums.
With anticipation building across the nation, supporters are encouraged to secure their tickets early. All matches of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network and streamed exclusively on SonyLIV, allowing fans across the country to witness Asia’s oldest football tournament.
