ICC announces multi-year Marriott Bonvoy partnership
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a multi-year global partnership with Marriott Bonvoy.
The travel loyalty programme, part of the US multinational hospitality company Marriott International, will thus serve as the Official Accommodation Partner of the world cricket–governing body until 2029.
The deal will cover all ICC men’s events, starting with the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, and offer fans “premium accommodation around the world” during each ICC men’s tournament.
On the Marriott Bonvoy partnership, ICC Chairman Jay Shah commented:
“We are thrilled to welcome Marriott Bonvoy into a partnership that reflects a shared ambition to redefine how fans experience the game of cricket. By combining the global reach of our game with Marriott’s portfolio of world-class destinations, we are creating a powerful platform that connects cricket and memorable travel experiences across leading cricketing nations. Marriott Bonvoy’s addition as a sponsor to our portfolio also reinforces the ICC’s long-term vision of working with respected global brands that go beyond visibility to deliver meaningful value to fans. Together, we see this partnership as a means of deep fan connection.”
Sanjog Gupta, ICC CEO, said:
“The ICC is committed to elevating the experiential standards of Cricket’s pinnacle events. While the athletic spectacle is central to a fan’s experience, the lifestyle, hospitality, travel and cultural components are essential too. ICC events are hosted across the world and fans cover thousands of miles to experience the allure of these cultural spectacles. Marriott Bonvoy’s international footprint, customer focus and commitment to delivering elevated experiences make them a natural partner in our endeavour to grow the allure and make our fans’ journeys more enriching.”
Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific Excluding China, Marriott International, said:
“Cricket’s dominance as a sport has the power to unite the fans across different countries. We’re now bringing the power of Marriott Bonvoy to over two billion fans and delivering bespoke cricket experiences to our 260 million Marriott Bonvoy members.”
Satya Anand, President – Europe, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International, added:
“Cricket has been a lifelong passion for me, and like millions of fans, I’ve felt how the game brings people together across borders and generations. Partnering with the International Cricket Council allows Marriott Bonvoy to turn that shared passion into unforgettable journeys, giving our members around the world unmatched ways to experience ICC events, both on and off the pitch.”
The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be a 20-team tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. It is scheduled to be held between February 7 and March 8, 2026, with the final to be held in Ahmedabad, India. If Pakistan make the final, then the match will be held at the Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
