Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, on Stadium Road near Murree Road, is a 15,000-seat ground about 20 minutes from Islamabad, and home to Islamabad United and Rawalpindiz in the Pakistan Super League. For PSL 11 in 2026 the announced Rawalpindi prices ran from PKR 400 to 750 for general tickets and up to PKR 7,000 for the gallery. Tickets are bought online in advance through the official partner, and match-day traffic and parking need planning.
This guide covers prices, buying, enclosures, parking and getting in. One caveat first: in 2026 the regular-season PSL matches were reported to be played without spectators, so check the current rules before you plan around a fixture.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Location | Stadium Road, Rawalpindi, near Murree Road |
| Opened | 1992; floodlights added in 2001 |
| Capacity | About 15,000 |
| PSL 11 evening start (2026) | 8 pm local time; some double-headers at 2:30 pm |
| PSL 11 general tickets | PKR 400 to 750 depending on the match |
| PSL 11 gallery | PKR 4,500 to 7,000 |
| From Islamabad | About 20 minutes off-peak |
What do Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium tickets cost?
Eleven fixtures, including a 28 April match listed as T1 vs T2, were priced for Rawalpindi in PSL 11. The range across the season, in PKR per match, was:
| Category | Range |
|---|---|
| General | 400 to 750 |
| FC (first class) | 750 to 1,500 |
| Premium | 1,000 to 2,000 |
| VIP | 1,250 to 2,500 |
| Gallery | 4,500 to 7,000 |
The cheapest tickets were for the matches involving Multan Sultans in late April, and the dearest were for the Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United fixtures and the 28 April match. Prices differ by match, so these are a guide to the 2026 level and not a rate card. International matches and Tests are priced separately.
Can the public attend?
Tickets went on sale online from 17 March 2026, with offline sales starting on 24 March. But reports in early April said the regular season was being played without fans, and spectators were admitted only for the playoffs. Whether a given match admits a crowd is decided by the PCB, so read its announcement before you book travel or a hotel, and get a refund policy in writing.
How do you buy tickets?
- Online. For PSL 11 the sale was through the PCB's ticketing site with a courier company as partner (pcb.tcs.com.pk). Use the link on the PCB or franchise page, not a message from a stranger.
- Offline. Sales points opened a week later. The list of outlets changes each season, so we don't name one.
- On the day. Do not plan to buy at the gate.
Have your CNIC ready when you book and carry it to the ground.
Which enclosure should you choose?
Prices tell you most of what you need. General and FC enclosures are the cheapest and loudest, and are open to the sun until dusk. Premium and VIP add better seating and shade. The gallery is the top-priced category.
Enclosures at the ground are named after Pakistani cricketers, and two often mentioned are the Shoaib Akhtar and Javed Miandad enclosures. Some guides describe the second as family-friendly, but we could not confirm this from the PCB, so read the category descriptions when you book.
Where is it and how do you reach it?
The stadium is on Stadium Road, near the Rawalpindi Arts Council. Murree Road, Double Road and Faizabad are the roads you will meet.
- From Islamabad. About 20 minutes off-peak, but allow much more on a match evening.
- Metro Bus. The Islamabad–Rawalpindi Metro Bus has stations close to the ground. On match days some stations near the route have been closed, so check the current plan.
- Ride-hailing. Fine to get near, but expect pick-up points to be moved away from the gates.
Parking and match-day traffic
Traffic police in Rawalpindi have issued plans for every recent PSL and international match. The details change, but the pattern is consistent:
- Stadium Road is closed between 9th Avenue Chowk and Double Road during matches.
- Murree Road between Faizabad and Double Road is closed at times, particularly when teams move between hotel and ground.
- Club Road traffic has been diverted towards Srinagar Highway.
- Designated parking has included Cricketers' Colony and a bi-directional road zone, with spectators encouraged to use the Metro instead of driving.
Look for the traffic police announcement one or two days before, come early, and expect a walk from the parking area.
What to expect at the gate
Security is layered. For PSL 11 the PCB's spectator rules for other venues banned bags, food, drink, power banks and cameras with detachable lenses, and allowed phones and wallets. We could not check the Rawalpindi notice itself, so read what comes with your ticket and travel light.
Is it worth going?
If a fixture is open to the public and you are in Islamabad or Rawalpindi anyway, yes. It is a small, close ground and easy to reach from both cities, which makes it one of the simpler places in Pakistan to watch a professional match.
If you are travelling in only for the game, build in a margin for closed doors, postponement and traffic. Our guides to places to visit in Rawalpindi and Raja Bazaar fill the day, and our experiences page has more ideas.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket for Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?
For PSL 11 in 2026, general tickets were PKR 400 to 750 and the gallery PKR 4,500 to 7,000, depending on the match.
What is the capacity of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?
About 15,000. The ground was renovated in 2024 and 2025 ahead of the Champions Trophy, and usable numbers depend on the match.
How far is Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from Islamabad?
Around 20 minutes off-peak. On a match evening, allow at least an hour and expect road closures around Murree Road and Stadium Road.
Where do I park for a match at Rawalpindi?
Police plans in recent seasons named Cricketers' Colony and a bi-directional road zone, and urged spectators to use the Metro. Check the plan issued for your match.
What time do PSL matches start in Rawalpindi?
Evening matches in PSL 11 started at 8 pm, and double-headers began at 2:30 pm. Gates open several hours earlier.
