ICC Cricket World Cup 2027: Schedule, Dates, Qualification, and Teams – All You Know!
The 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup has been scheduled to take place in October and November 2027. Cricket World Cup 2027 is expanding to 14 teams and returning to Africa as its host. The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup is an ODI (One Day International) tournament, featuring 50-over matches. With new qualification rules and a unique tournament format, here’s everything you need to know about the schedule, dates, teams, and venues.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Overview
| Tournament | ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 |
|---|---|
| Host Countries | South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia |
| Dates | October – November 2027 |
| Total Matches | 54 |
| Number of Teams | 14 |
| Tournament Format | Group Stage → Super Six → Semi-Finals → Final |
| Qualification | 8 teams auto-qualified, 6 teams from qualifiers |
Host Nations & First-Time Co-Host
South Africa and Zimbabwe have previously hosted World Cups, but Namibia will be co-hosting for the first time. This is a major milestone for Namibian cricket, even though their team will still need to qualify through standard processes.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Qualification Process
Automatically Qualified Teams
1. Host Nations: South Africa & Zimbabwe get direct entry.
2. Top 8 ODI Teams (As of March 31, 2027): The best-ranked teams in the ICC ODI rankings will automatically qualify.
Qualification Pathway for Other Teams
The remaining four spots will be decided through:
ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 (2024-26): 8 teams competing for a place in the World Cup Qualifier.
ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League: Lower-tier teams competing for promotion.
ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier: A final tournament where teams battle for the last four World Cup slots.
Tournament Format – What’s New?
Unlike the 2023 edition, which had a round-robin format, the 2027 Cricket World Cup returns to an exciting structure similar to 2003:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | 14 teams split into two groups of 7. Each team plays six matches. |
| Super Six | The top 3 teams from each group advance, carrying forward points from earlier matches. |
| Knockouts | The top 4 teams from the Super Six move to the semi-finals. |
| Final | The two best teams will battle for the 2027 World Cup Trophy. |
FAQs: 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup
When is the next ODI World Cup?
The next ODI Cricket World Cup will be held in October-November 2027, hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
How many teams will play in the 2027 World Cup?
The tournament will feature 14 teams, expanding from 10 teams in 2023.
What is the format of the 2027 World Cup?
The tournament will have two groups of seven teams, followed by a Super Six stage, semi-finals, and final.
Which countries are hosting the 2027 Cricket World Cup?
South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia are the official hosts for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
How do teams qualify for the 2027 World Cup?
Eight teams will qualify directly based on ICC rankings, while six teams will qualify through the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
Who won the last ODI World Cup?
The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup was won by Australia, defeating India in the final.