04 March,2026 07:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The high-profile match is scheduled to begin at 7 pm, with gates opening at 4 pm. Representational pic
Mumbai Traffic Police has issued a detailed advisory for spectators attending the T20 semi-final match between India and England at Wankhede Stadium, Marine Drive, on Thursday.
The high-profile match is scheduled to begin at 7 pm, with gates opening at 4 pm. A large turnout is expected, and traffic congestion is likely in and around the Marine Drive area.
Mumbai Traffic Police has appealed to motorists to plan their travel in advance and, if possible, use alternate routes to avoid delays. Spectators are strongly encouraged to use public transport, the police said in a press note.
Recommended public transport options:
Western Railway: Churchgate and Marine Lines railway stations
Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line): Churchgate station.
Gate-wise travel advisory
Gates 1, 2 and 7: Use Churchgate Railway Station/Churchgate Metro Station via E Road
Gates 3 and 4: Use Marine Lines Railway Station foot overbridge near Roopkala Showroom on Maharshi Karve Road
Gates 5 and 6: Use Churchgate Railway Station/Churchgate Metro Station FOB on Maharshi Karve Road opposite Income Tax Office
The Mumbai Traffic Police emphasised that public cooperation is essential for smooth traffic movement during the event.
Spectators have been requested to reach the venue early and follow designated routes to ensure hassle-free entry and minimal disruption in South Mumbai.
With the excitement building for the high-profile ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final between India and England on Thursday, March 5, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line) has announced extended services to ensure smooth and convenient commuting for thousands of fans heading to the venue.
The match, starting at 7 pm, is a crucial knockout encounter expected to draw massive crowds to South Mumbai. Wankhede Stadium, located near Churchgate and Marine Drive, will see heavy footfall from cricket enthusiasts across the city, leading to potential congestion on roads and local trains. To support spectators and reduce travel hassles, Metro Line-3 will operate additional trains on both up and down lines throughout the day and into the late evening.
Metro Line-3, spanning 33.5 km with 27 stations from Cuffe Parade to Aarey Colony (JVLR), passes through key central and southern areas of Mumbai. Important stations close to Wankhede include Churchgate (underground, a short walk from the stadium), Vidhan Bhavan, Hutatma Chowk, CSMT, and others like Grant Road and Mumbai Central. This makes the metro an ideal, air-conditioned, and reliable option for fans coming from suburbs like Aarey, SEEPZ, Airport areas, Worli, BKC, and Dadar, avoiding overcrowded Western and Central Railway lines during peak event hours.
A key highlight for match-goers is the extended timing: The last train departure from Churchgate Station (towards Aarey and Cuffe Parade) has been scheduled at 11:59 PM on March 5. This allows ample time for fans to exit the stadium after the night match concludes and catch a metro home safely, minimising risks associated with late-night road travel or last-minute rushes.
