One-Day Cup final 2027
Trent Bridge is the continuing home of the men’s One-Day Cup final, with the 2027 date, start time and ticket release TBC. The latest completed final was played on 20 September 2026, when Middlesex beat Leicestershire by 31 runs.
Final at a glance
What the One-Day Cup final is like
The men’s One-Day Cup final decides a national county trophy in one match. Each side normally has an innings of up to 50 overs, so the game can develop through a morning spell with the new ball, a middle-overs partnership and a late chase. It suits visitors who want the shape of a full match while still seeing a result in a day. The current sponsored competition name is the Metro Bank One Day Cup.
Compared with three-match Blast Finals Day, this is a more continuous contest between two counties. You can follow one pair of teams from the toss to the presentation, watch how a batting side rebuilds after wickets, and understand a target as it changes. A picnic and a scorecard can fit naturally into the occasion, while a close finish can bring a very different mood to the final hour.
Going as a neutral is perfectly worthwhile if you enjoy county cricket. Going with your own county adds the shared journey, shirts and anticipation of a cup final. Either way, choose the seat and travel plan around the full match. Our preference is to leave enough room after the expected finish to see the presentation rather than planning to rush away as the last over begins.
2027 date, venue and how the final is arranged
Trent Bridge’s official explanation of the domestic schedule says it will continue to host the One-Day Cup final. That continuing-host statement supports planning around Nottingham, while the 2027 date remains TBC. The finalists are decided through the competition’s knockout stage; a county reaching the final does not mean the game switches to its own home ground.
The 2026 final was at Trent Bridge on Sunday 20 September. The host’s 2026 matchday timetable put gates at 09:30, the toss at 10:30, the first innings at 11:00, the interval at 14:30 and the second innings at 15:00, with a scheduled 18:30 close. These are 2026 timings, useful for understanding the length of the visit; 2027 hours are TBC.
The 2026 guide also allowed an additional 30 minutes to recover lost time and named Monday 21 September as the reserve day. A reserve day matters when arranging leave and accommodation, but its existence in 2026 does not establish the 2027 arrangement. Check the event announcement for both the main date and any reserve provision before fixing your return journey.
Tickets, price bands and the release sequence
The club’s 2027 final date, start and ticket release are not yet confirmed in its current final listings. The 20 September listing is for 2026; do not book it for a 2027 visit.
Ticket status checked: 19 October 2026
Official final ticket information
The official route is the Trent Bridge ticket office, supplemented by information from the two finalist counties when their places are known. General supporters can look for the host’s final listing before the finalists are decided. If following a county, compare its supporter allocation with the host’s seats so that your group understands where it will be sitting. In 2026, members’ sales opened on 21 July, with general sale at 16:00 that day, according to the host’s ticket launch.
For the completed 2026 final, the host’s event-specific guide advertised adult tickets from £28 for the 2026 season, or from £26 for 2026 Nottinghamshire members. Those are starting prices rather than a complete tariff for every seat. The 2027 adult, concession and junior price bands are TBC, along with the opening date for sales. Use the current event basket for the eventual total. Under-16 admission was £5 across the ground for the 2026 final.
A membership discount, an included admission right and access to a members’ seating area are separate questions. Ask the relevant club if the ticket description is unclear. A general Nottinghamshire membership should not be read as automatic admission to every major event. The 2027 membership FAQ describes particular membership benefits and exceptions; use the category you actually hold.
No event-specific official resale scheme for the 2027 final was located. If your plans change, ask the host ticket office about its permitted transfer or return options. The 2026 guide described ticket sharing in the Trent Bridge Tickets app, but sharing with a friend does not establish a general right to resell. Avoid relying on a screenshot or an informal promise of admission.
Your ticket on the day
The ticket-office windows on Bridgford Road handle enquiries and match-day sales, while members use membership cards. Follow the delivery instructions for a public ticket. Contact the ticket office before travelling if you cannot use your ticket or need to confirm concession ID.
Children and age rules
Check Nottinghamshire’s current age conditions before booking for a child, including whether an adult must attend. Ask separately about hospitality age limits and the ID accepted at bars. Taking the family
Buy tickets from the club’s official ticket office or the resale platform named by that seller. Use the official resale route and read Action Fraud’s ticket fraud advice.
Paying at the ground
Refreshment outlets at Trent Bridge accept card payments only. Ask the club about other payment points and cash-machine provision if these matter to your visit.
Sources: Nottinghamshire: Championship match-day guide · Nottinghamshire: first-time families and juniors · Rushcliffe Council: taxis · National Rail: Nottingham station · East Midlands Airport: bus connections · National Express: coach stations
Getting to Trent Bridge on final day
Use the Trent Bridge getting-there section for the route from Nottingham station and the local transport options. Build the arrival around the gate printed on your ticket, because walking to the wrong side of the ground can add an unnecessary loop. If travelling in a county supporters’ coach, follow the club’s final-day instructions for pick-up and return.
An 11:00 first ball in 2026 meant that visitors coming from further away needed an early start. For 2027, compare the confirmed timetable with Sunday or weekend rail services once the date appears. Include the walk from the station and time for an entrance check rather than treating the train’s arrival as your arrival at the seat. Families may prefer to arrive early enough for a calm food and toilet stop.
For the journey home, allow time after the match to leave your row, walk out with the crowd and reach the station. A reduced-over game can finish early, but weather and a close contest can also alter the expected schedule. Choose a return that fits the cricket you want to watch. If using a car, book through the options supplied by the host rather than assuming stadium parking is part of admission.
Getting home
The September 2026 Championship guide gives a 17:30 finish, with a possible 30-minute extension. Play can finish early or run late. Use Nottingham station for London, Derby and other regional routes; the club describes the walk from the ground as about 20 minutes. The taxi rank beside the large West Bridgford Co-op is about 200 yards from the ground on Bridgford Road. The council lists its operating hours as 18:00–07:30, so pre-book a licensed car for an earlier departure. Check your last train in the National Rail journey planner and allow time to leave the ground.
Where to sit for the final
The Trent Bridge stand guides and sun-and-shade plan explain the permanent stands. Compare an end-on view with side-on seats before opening a ticket map: watching the bowler’s line is a different experience from following the sweep of the field. For a long match, roof cover, steps and getting in and out of a row can matter as much as the angle.
The Radcliffe Road Stand gives options around one end, while the Hound Road Stand offers a different position. Read the Bridgford Road Stand guide before comparing that area with other available blocks. A general stand description should be read alongside the actual final’s map and any restricted-view flag.
check rather than assume every familiar county-match area is available on identical terms for the final. The 2026 matchday guide reserved Pavilion seating for Nottinghamshire members while redevelopment continued. The 2027 event layout is TBC. Visitors needing a step-free route, wheelchair position or assistance should use the ground accessibility guide and confirm the exact ticket arrangement with the club.
What you can take in
The 2026 final’s own spectator guide permitted food and non-alcoholic drink, but prohibited bringing alcohol and food or drink in glass bottles. It also advertised water dispensers for refilling a bottle. These final-specific rules are more relevant than a general recollection of a relaxed Championship afternoon. The equivalent 2027 event instructions are TBC and should be read before packing.
Take food that is practical at a stadium seat and use a compact bag where possible. A refillable non-glass bottle, a waterproof layer and protection from sun cover a useful range of conditions. September 2026 is the previous final’s month, not confirmation of the 2027 date, so choose clothing for the actual forecast when the fixture is announced.
An event-specific maximum bag size and fancy-dress policy for 2027 are TBC. Ask the ticket office before bringing bulky equipment or costume props. If a child needs a buggy, or someone has medical supplies, explain that requirement when seeking guidance. It is easier to resolve the entrance rules beforehand than to discover an unsuitable item at a gate.
Where to stay and when to book
Nottingham can work as an overnight trip with the final as the main event. Compare accommodation near the station with places closer to the ground, thinking about both the evening walk and your onward journey. Read the check-in arrangements and cancellation terms. If travelling with a group, agree who holds the booking and how everyone reaches it after the cricket.
Because the 2027 date is TBC, our advice is to wait for the official fixture before paying for a non-refundable stay. Once the date is published, compare a one-night visit with a longer stay if a reserve day is announced. A flexible booking can be useful when attending a weather-dependent outdoor event, but flexibility varies between room rates and needs checking before purchase.
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Past finals: 2022–2026
The ECB competition archive lists the recent champions. Kent won on 17 September 2022, making 306/6 and bowling Lancashire out for 285 to win by 21 runs; see the ECB highlights and Kent report. Leicestershire won the 16 September 2023 final by two runs, 267/7 against Hampshire’s 265/8. The ECB highlights record that finish.
The 2024 final needed its reserve day after 22 September was washed out. On 23 September, Glamorgan made 186/7 in 20 overs and held Somerset to 171/6, winning by 15 runs. The ECB final highlights show the shortened match. It is a useful example of why a 50-over competition can still produce a final with fewer overs when weather intervenes.
Worcestershire beat Hampshire by three wickets on 20 September 2025 under DLS: Hampshire made 237/7 from 45 overs and Worcestershire reached 188/7 in 26.4 overs against a revised target of 188 from 27. See the ECB highlights and Worcestershire match report. In the latest final, on 20 September 2026, Middlesex made 231 and dismissed Leicestershire for 200 to win by 31 runs, as recorded in Leicestershire’s final report.
Quick answers
- When is the 2027 One-Day Cup final?
The 2027 date is TBC. The most recent final was played on 20 September 2026.
- Where is the One-Day Cup final played?
Trent Bridge is the continuing host, according to Nottinghamshire’s official domestic-structure information.
- How many overs are played in the final?
It is a 50-over match, although weather can reduce the number of overs.
- What time does the final start?
The 2027 start time is TBC. The 2026 final began at 11:00.
- How much are 2027 final tickets?
2027 prices are TBC. Adult tickets started at £28 for the 2026 final, or £26 for 2026 Nottinghamshire members.
- Can I bring food and alcohol?
The 2026 final allowed food and non-alcoholic drink but prohibited outside alcohol and glass bottles. The 2027 event guide is TBC.
- Is there a reserve day?
The 2027 reserve-day arrangement is TBC. The 2026 guide designated the following Monday as a reserve day.
- Do I need to print my ticket?
The ticket-office windows on Bridgford Road handle enquiries and match-day sales, while members use membership cards. Follow the delivery instructions for a public ticket.
Sources
- Domestic structure supporting information
- 2027 memberships faqs
- Matchday guide 2026 metro bank one day cup final
- One Day Cup tickets
- One day cup
- Kent beat lancashire to win royal london one day cup 2022 highlights
- Match report lancashire vs kent spitfires
- Highlights leicestershire foxes win the 2023 metro bank oneday cup
- Hampshire v leicestershire foxes metro bank one day cup final 2023 match report
- Highlights glamorgan defeat somerset in shortened metro bank one day cup final
- Highlights hampshire vs worcestershire metro bank oneday cup final 2025
- Worcestershire crowned 50 over champions after epic final showdown
- Heartbreak for foxes despite kelly masterclass in final
- Metro bank one day cup final tickets on sale today
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