ICC names Marriott Bonvoy as official accommodation partner for men’s events

Marriott Bonvoy has entered into a partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) to serve as the ICC’s official accommodation partner through 2029.

Under the agreement, Marriott International’s loyalty platform will be associated with all major ICC men’s tournaments over the next four years. These include the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, the ICC World Test Championship Final 2027 in the United Kingdom, the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 in Australia and New Zealand, the ICC World Test Championship Final 2029 in the United Kingdom, and the ICC Champions Trophy 2029 in India.

Speaking about the partnership, Peggy Roe, EVP and Chief Customer Officer, Marriott International, said, “Cricket continues to grow as a global sport, with rising fan engagement worldwide and momentum. With more than 2 billion fans globally, we are proud to serve as the ICC’s Official Accommodation Partner and look forward to delivering exclusive access and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our members who are passionate about cricket.”

The hotel chain will also work with ICC Travel and Tours on official travel packages linked to tournament attendance.

Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific Excluding China, Marriott International, said, “Cricket continues to grow as a global sport, with rising fan engagement worldwide and momentum. With more than 2 billion fans globally, we are proud to serve as the ICC’s Official Accommodation Partner and look forward to delivering exclusive access and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our members who are passionate about cricket.”

Satya Anand, President - Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International, said, “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. As we celebrate this milestone in India today, we’re excited to welcome fans to our hotels and to new, exclusive moments that bring the thrill of cricket even closer.”

Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, added, “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. We hope to leverage the partnership with Marriott Bonvoy to develop and deploy varied travel & hospitality experiences to enhance fan delight at our events and help turn moments into lifelong memories. 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.”

As part of the agreement, Marriott Bonvoy and the ICC will also collaborate on hospitality concepts at select venues and cricket-related content tied to ICC events.