Written By: Alex Maathai
Published: June 6, 2026

Tickets for the South Africa A tour of England 2026 are sold through the host counties: Leicestershire CCC (via Tixr) for the Grace Road ODI on 5 June, and Worcestershire CCC’s own ticketing portal for the New Road ODIs on 7 and 9 June. Notably, the two unofficial Tests at Arundel and Beckenham have already been played, so only the three white-ball matches remain on sale. Furthermore, ticket prices are set by each county and are generally affordable for international rep cricket in the UK.

Where to Buy SA A vs England Lions Tickets Online

Every remaining fixture has an official online booking channel. Specifically, you cannot buy tickets through Ticketmaster, BookMyShow, or any third-party Indian reseller; bookings go through each host county directly.

MatchDateVenueOfficial Booking
1st Unofficial ODI5 Jun 2026Grace Road, Leicestertixr.com (Leicestershire CCC)
2nd Unofficial ODI7 Jun 2026New Road, Worcestertickets.wccc.co.uk
3rd Unofficial ODI9 Jun 2026New Road, Worcestertickets.wccc.co.uk

Direct Booking Links by Match

  • 5 June, Grace Road (Leicester): book via the Leicestershire CCC Tixr page.
  • 7 June, New Road (Worcester): book via the Worcestershire CCC ticketing portal.
  • 9 June, New Road (Worcester): book via the Worcestershire CCC ticketing portal.

Official sources: Leicestershire CCC (Tixr) and Worcestershire CCC tickets.

SA A vs England Lions Ticket Prices

Both counties have not published a flat advertised price band for these specific fixtures in their public news posts.

However, England Lions international representative matches at county grounds typically cost less than full England internationals, and county members usually get a discount. Therefore, your best bet is to check the live price on the official booking page right before purchase.

For reference, Kent Cricket noted that members got a 50% discount on their Beckenham four-day match against South Africa A. Furthermore, Kent flagged that ticket prices rise at 11:59 PM the day before each matchday, a common pricing model across English counties. (Source: Kent Cricket)

 Concessions and Free Entry

  • At Arundel, children under 17 entered free for the SA A four-day match. Therefore, expect similar family-friendly concessions at Worcester and Leicester.
  • County members at Worcestershire and Leicestershire generally pay reduced fees on international representative fixtures.
  • Group bookings and hospitality packages are available on request through each county’s events team.

 How to Book SA A vs England Lions Tickets: Step-by-Step

The process is the same for both grounds. Below is a clean, sequential guide that mirrors the official booking flow.

Booking at Grace Road (5 June, Leicester)

  1. First of all, open the Leicestershire CCC Tixr page for the England International Match Bundle.
  2. Next, click “Get Tickets” and select the 5 June fixture.
  3. Then choose your ticket category, namely adult, concession, or family bundle.
  4. Additionally, sign in or create a free Tixr account using your email.
  5. After that, enter your payment details, accept the terms, and complete the purchase.
  6. Finally, save the digital ticket to your phone wallet, or alternatively print the PDF emailed to you.

Booking at New Road (7 and 9 June, Worcester)

  1. First, open the Worcestershire CCC ticketing portal at tickets.wccc.co.uk.
  2. Then select the relevant ODI fixture, namely 7 June or 9 June.
SA A vs England Lions Ticket Prices
Source – WCC Club
  1. Next, pick your stand or general admission seat from the map.
General Admission Seat
Source – WCC Club
  1. Additionally, log in to your WCCC ticketing account, or alternatively register as a new user.
  2. After that, pay using a debit or credit card. Furthermore, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
WCCC ticketing account
Source – WCC Club
  1. Finally, download the e-ticket. Moreover, you can store it in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet.

Venue Details: Grace Road and New Road

Here is the venues for SA A vs England Lions 2026 clash

Grace Road (Uptonsteel County Ground), Leicester

Grace Road is the home of Leicestershire County Cricket Club, founded in 1879. Its match-day capacity is around 6,000, which makes for a tight, intimate watching experience. Furthermore, the postcode for satnav is LE2 8EB. (Source: Wikipedia)

New Road, Worcester

New Road is home to Worcestershire County Cricket Club and is widely considered one of England’s most picturesque grounds, sitting beside the River Severn with Worcester Cathedral framing the skyline. Notably, both Worcester fixtures kick off at 11:00 AM BST.

Match Day Tips for Fans Attending in Person

  • Arrive at least 45 minutes before the 11:00 AM start. As a result, you avoid the rush at the gates and find your seat in time for the first ball.
  • Bring sunscreen, a light rain jacket, and a hat. English June weather flips fast, so dress in layers.
  • Cash is accepted, but contactless payment is faster at bars, food stalls, and the club shop.
  • Both grounds permit small soft-sided bags. However, large rucksacks and outside alcohol are typically refused entry.
  • Parking near Grace Road is limited on Friday afternoons. Therefore, public transport or rideshare is the safer call for the Leicester ODI.

Conclusion

To buy South Africa A vs England Lions ODI tickets, go directly to Tixr for the 5 June Grace Road fixture and tickets.wccc.co.uk for the two Worcester ODIs on 7 and 9 June.

Since prices vary by category and rise on matchday, booking early is the smart move. Furthermore, county members enjoy discounts, and kids generally get heavy concessions. Now go grab those seats before they sell out.

About the Author

Alex Maathai is a Cape Town-based cricket analyst and former club-level player. With deep knowledge of domestic structures and Proteas history, he provides context-rich insights that connect today’s matches to South Africa’s cricket legacy.

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