India vs West Indies 5th T20I — M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Match-Day Guide
Use this compact Bengaluru match-day guide before travelling to M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday, 17 October. Check your ticket, plan the final approach from central Bengaluru or the airport, and leave time for security and crowd movement before the 7:00 PM IST start.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Match Day Snapshot
| Match-Day Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies — 5th T20I |
| Date | Saturday, 17 October 2026 |
| Start | 7:00 PM IST · 13:30 UTC |
| Series | Level at 2–2 after four completed T20Is |
| Gates Open | Check your ticket or the current organiser notice; no opening time is confirmed here |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Cubbon Road, Bengaluru |
| Entry | Use the gate printed on your ticket |
| Parking | Follow the current event-specific parking advisory; no parking guarantee is claimed here |
| Ticket | Use an authorised ticket for this match |
Match-day arrangements can change. Follow the latest instructions issued with your ticket and by the organiser, venue or traffic authorities before leaving.
5 Things to Know Before Leaving
- Save your valid ticket and check its stand, block and entry gate.
- Travel light and read the event’s permitted-items list before packing.
- Do not assume bags, helmets or a cloakroom service will be available.
- Plan your Metro, rail, bus, airport or cab connection and a return option after the match.
- Allow extra time for walking, queues and security checks around central Bengaluru.
Where Is M. Chinnaswamy Stadium?
| Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Cubbon Road, Bengaluru 560001 |
| Central Area | Cubbon Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Metro Options | Cubbon Park and MG Road are central Namma Metro reference points; check the live BMRCL route planner and station information for your origin. |
| Rail Gateway | KSR Bengaluru (Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Bengaluru) is connected with Kempegowda/Majestic BMRCL and the KSRTC/BMTC terminal. |
| Entry | Ticket-specific gate allocation; your nearest station or road approach may not be your entry gate |
KSCA lists the stadium address as M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Cubbon Road, Bengaluru 560001. See the Bengaluru stadium overview for venue context.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Parking
| Parking Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Car and Two-Wheeler Parking | Use only areas designated in the current match advisory |
| Inside Stadium | Do not assume general-ticket holders have access; an authorised parking pass may be required |
| Parking Charges | No fixed charge is claimed; check the current operator or event notice |
| Metro Station Parking | BMRCL has station-parking guidance, but availability and match-day access are not guaranteed here |
| Helmet / Bag Storage | No fifth-T20I deposit arrangement is verified; leave unnecessary belongings at home |
| Cab Pickup | Agree a legal pickup point outside restricted approach roads and follow steward or police directions |
Central Bengaluru event controls may change. Do not treat a general parking listing, a past match arrangement or a map pin as a confirmed facility for 17 October.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Entry Rules
| Entry Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Ticket | Use the correct fifth-T20I ticket and required admission format |
| Identity Document | Carry identification if your ticket or organiser requires it |
| Entry Gate | Follow the gate and block printed on your ticket |
| Security Check | Allow time for screening and steward instructions |
| Bags and Helmets | Check the current T20I permitted-items list; do not assume storage is provided |
| Food and Bottles | Check the organiser’s current permitted-items list before bringing them |
| Medical Requirements | Ask the organiser in advance about essential medication or accessibility assistance |
| Re-entry | Check the ticket terms; do not assume leaving allows you to re-enter |
Your ticket and current match instructions take priority. No gate assignment or special access arrangement is invented on this preview page.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Prohibited Items
| Item to Check | Practical Advice |
|---|---|
| Bags, handbags and helmets | Leave at home unless expressly allowed by the current notice |
| Outside food and water bottles | Verify this match’s policy before bringing them |
| Cameras, batteries and electronic accessories | Check item-specific rules; a phone allowance does not cover all devices |
| Sharp objects, weapons and flammable items | Do not bring unsafe items |
| Tobacco products, lighters and laser pointers | Check the current organiser notice and leave restricted items at home |
| Banners and large signs | Confirm dimensions and permission with the organiser |
| Storage Facility | Do not rely on a cloakroom; no fifth-T20I storage service is confirmed |
These are practical checks, not a substitute for the ticket terms. The fifth-T20I organiser notice takes priority if it differs.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Food & Facilities
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Food and Drinks | Use permitted on-site arrangements; check the current notice on outside items |
| Drinking Water | Ask stewards about spectator water points; do not assume outside bottles are permitted |
| Toilets | Follow your stand’s signs or ask a steward |
| First Aid | Ask security or stadium staff for the nearest assistance point |
| Accessibility | Confirm step-free entry and any assistance with the organiser before travel |
| Cloakroom | No event-specific bag or helmet deposit service is verified |
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Ticket & Entry Information
| Ticket Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs West Indies — 5th T20I |
| Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Start | 7:00 PM IST |
| Seller | Use the organiser’s announced authorised ticket channel |
| Gate and Seating | Check stand, block, row, seat and gate before leaving |
| Children | Follow this event’s age and ticket conditions; do not import another venue’s policy |
| Prices and Availability | No fixed price or live inventory is claimed here |
See the fifth T20I fixture page for the scheduled match details.
How to Reach M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
| Transport | Practical Approach |
|---|---|
| By Metro | Use the BMRCL route planner for your origin and consider Cubbon Park or MG Road as central reference stations; confirm the final walk and ticketed gate locally |
| Metro Return Journey | Check the current BMRCL last-train information for your direction. No match-night extension is assumed |
| From KSR / Majestic | South Western Railway identifies KSR Bengaluru’s connections with Kempegowda/Majestic BMRCL and the KSRTC/BMTC terminal; plan the onward Metro, bus, cab or walk using current directions |
| From BLR Airport | BLR Airport lists Vayu Vajra airport buses, app taxis, airport taxis, car rentals, intercity buses and trains; choose the current service for your destination and allow for traffic |
| By Car | Set the destination to M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Cubbon Road, then follow police directions to any designated parking or drop-off point |
| By Cab / Auto | Confirm a legal drop-off and pickup point outside restricted access areas |
| On Foot | Use designated walking approaches and follow police or steward directions; do not rely on an unverified fixed distance from a station |
Read PitchVaani’s how to reach M. Chinnaswamy Stadium guide. BMRCL route information, South Western Railway station connections and airport transport options can change, so check official updates before travel.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Entry Gates
| Entry Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Spectator Gate | Use the number printed on your ticket |
| Stand / Block | Match your seating allocation to the correct approach |
| Special Access | Use only with the relevant authorisation or pass |
| Wrong Gate | Ask stewards for the correct route rather than joining the nearest queue |
| Exit and Pickup | Follow the announced crowd route and agree your meeting point before entry |
Your ticket and current match instructions take priority. No fifth-T20I gate allocation is available in the evidence reviewed on 15 October.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Match Information
| Match Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Format | 5th Men’s T20 International |
| Teams | India vs West Indies |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Date | Saturday, 17 October 2026 |
| Start | 7:00 PM IST · 13:30 UTC |
| Gates Open | Check the current ticket or organiser notice |
| Status | Scheduled — no toss, playing XI or completed result yet |
Places of Interest, Food & Stay
| Choice | Supported planning note |
|---|---|
| Cubbon Park | A central Bengaluru landmark and BMRCL station reference; confirm event-day access and your route before visiting. |
| MG Road | A central Metro reference point for planning, not a promise of a fixed stadium walking distance. |
| KSR Bengaluru food | South Western Railway lists IRCTC fast-food stalls, a food plaza, juice and other food facilities at the station; check current opening and access conditions. |
| KSR Bengaluru stay | South Western Railway lists retiring rooms and dormitory facilities with online booking references; verify availability and eligibility directly before relying on them. |
These are planning pointers, not endorsements or live availability. Keep the match ticket, organiser notice and current transport advisories in charge of the final decision.
Explore the fifth T20I squads, Bengaluru stadium records and India vs West Indies 2026 series hub. Transport facts use the official BMRCL fare-fixation report, South Western Railway’s KSR Bengaluru page, and BLR Airport transport guidance.