Deal Alert: Watch the T20 World Cup 2026 (India vs Pak!) for Just 1 Marriott Point? 🏏
By Sahil Gulati | January 23, 2026
If you have been hoarding Marriott Bonvoy points, the time to burn them is now.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is kicking off next month (Feb 7 – March 8) across India and Sri Lanka. Marriott Bonvoy has just launched over 500 exclusive experience packages, giving you the chance to watch the biggest games from VIP suites or even walk on the field.
While the headlines are all about the “1-Point” tickets, the real opportunity for most of us lies in the Auctions. Here is everything you need to know.
🎟️ The “Jackpot”: India vs. Pakistan for 1 Point
Let’s start with the deal everyone is talking about. Marriott is releasing “1-Point Drops” for select marquee matches.
- The Match: India 🇮🇳 vs. Pakistan 🇵🇰
- The Date: February 15, 2026 (Colombo).
- The Cost: 1 Marriott Bonvoy Point (Pair of tickets).
- When to Book: The drop goes live on February 2, 2026.
⚠️ Warning: There are only 10 packages available for this specific drop. It will sell out in milliseconds. Treat this as a lottery ticket, not a guarantee.
🔨 The Real Opportunity: Bid Your Way In
If you miss the 1-point drop (which is likely), don’t worry. The bulk of the 500+ packages are Bid-Based Auctions.
This means you use your points to place a bid against other members. If you have a healthy points balance, this is your best way to secure a seat without fighting the “fastest finger first” crowd.
What Matches Can You Bid On?
There are packages for matches across all host cities. Since we are based in Chennai, here are some sweet spots to watch:
- India 🇮🇳 vs. USA 🇺🇸 (Feb 7, Mumbai) – The opener!
- New Zealand 🇳🇿 vs. Afghanistan 🇦🇫 (Feb 8, Chennai) – A great chance to see world-class cricket at Chepauk.
- India 🇮🇳 vs. Netherlands 🇳🇱 (Feb 18, Ahmedabad).
- The Final 🏆 (March 8) – The “Golden Ticket” package includes flights, stay, and VIP hospitality.
🏟️ Types of “Moments” Available
It’s not just about sitting in a chair. Marriott packages often include things money literally can’t buy:
- Anthem Experience: Your child (ages 6-12) walks onto the field with the players for the National Anthem.
- Beyond the Boundary: Watch the pre-match warm-ups from the field ropes.
- Hospitality Suites: AC Box access with unlimited food & beverages (perfect for avoiding the February heat).
📅 Key Dates: Don’t Miss the Deadline!
Bidding windows close before the matches start. Here is a quick cheat sheet for the big ones:
| Experience | Match Date | Bidding / Drop Date |
| India vs. Pakistan (1-Point) | Feb 15 | Drops on Feb 2 |
| The World Cup Final (Golden Ticket) | Mar 8 | Auction Ends Feb 12 |
| Group Stage Matches | Feb 7–19 | Live Now (Check individual listings) |
📝 My Strategy
I am personally eyeing the New Zealand vs. Afghanistan match here in Chennai. The bidding competition should be lower than the India games, meaning I can probably snag VIP Hospitality tickets for a reasonable number of points.
Check the full list here: Marriott Bonvoy Moments Website
