ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule: The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule is officially out, giving cricket fans their first complete look at one of the biggest sporting events of 2027. The tournament will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, bringing the Men’s Cricket World Cup back to Africa after 24 years.
The competition runs from October 2 to November 21, 2027, with 14 teams competing across 57 matches at 12 venues. From an India-Australia rematch to another blockbuster India-Pakistan meeting, the schedule is packed with major fixtures.
Here is everything fans need to know about the dates, groups, format, venues and knockout stages.
🏏 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 Schedule: Key Details
The tournament officially begins on October 2, 2027, when the three-team Super Series starts in Windhoek, Namibia.
The main Group Stage begins five days later, on October 7, with India facing defending champions Australia at Newlands in Cape Town. The match is particularly significant because Australia defeated India in the 2023 World Cup final.
The tournament concludes with the World Cup final in Johannesburg on November 21.
🏏 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027
Complete Fixture Schedule • Groups • Super 7 • Semi-Finals • Final
🌍 ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Groups
🏏 Group A
🇮🇳 India
🇦🇺 Australia
🇵🇰 Pakistan
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
🏆 Qualifier A
🏏 Group B
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🇿🇦 South Africa
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
🏴 England
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🏆 Qualifier B
⚡ Super Series — Windhoek
| Date | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, 2 Oct 2027 | QF1 vs QF3 | Windhoek |
| Mon, 4 Oct 2027 | QF1 vs QF2 | Windhoek |
| Wed, 6 Oct 2027 | QF2 vs QF3 | Windhoek |
🏏 Group Stage — Full Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 7 Oct | 🇮🇳 India vs Australia 🇦🇺 | Cape Town |
| Fri, 8 Oct | 🇵🇰 Pakistan vs Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | Tshwane |
| Fri, 8 Oct | 🏴 England vs Bangladesh 🇧🇩 | Windhoek |
| Sat, 9 Oct | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs Qualifier A | Bulawayo |
| Sat, 9 Oct | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs New Zealand 🇳🇿 | Cape Town |
| Sun, 10 Oct | 🔥 🇮🇳 India vs Pakistan 🇵🇰 | Johannesburg |
| Sun, 10 Oct | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka vs Qualifier B | Windhoek |
| Mon, 11 Oct | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | Bulawayo |
| Tue, 12 Oct | 🇦🇺 Australia vs Qualifier A | Paarl |
| Tue, 12 Oct | 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs Bangladesh 🇧🇩 | KuGompo City |
| Wed, 13 Oct | 🏴 England vs Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | Windhoek |
| Wed, 13 Oct | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs Qualifier B | Paarl |
| Thu, 14 Oct | 🇮🇳 India vs Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | Tshwane |
| Fri, 15 Oct | 🇵🇰 Pakistan vs Qualifier A | Bloemfontein |
| Fri, 15 Oct | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs Australia 🇦🇺 | Harare |
| Sat, 16 Oct | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 🇧🇩 | Durban |
| Sat, 16 Oct | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs England 🏴 | Gqeberha |
| Sun, 17 Oct | 🇮🇳 India vs Qualifier A | Bloemfontein |
| Sun, 17 Oct | 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs Qualifier B | Harare |
| Mon, 18 Oct | 🇦🇺 Australia vs Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | KuGompo City |
| Tue, 19 Oct | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs Pakistan 🇵🇰 | Harare |
| Tue, 19 Oct | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs Bangladesh 🇧🇩 | Durban |
| Wed, 20 Oct | 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | Johannesburg |
| Wed, 20 Oct | 🏴 England vs Qualifier B | Harare |
| Thu, 21 Oct | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan vs Qualifier A | KuGompo City |
| Fri, 22 Oct | 🇦🇺 Australia vs Pakistan 🇵🇰 | Paarl |
| Fri, 22 Oct | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | Johannesburg |
| Sat, 23 Oct | 🏴 England vs New Zealand 🇳🇿 | Gqeberha |
| Sat, 23 Oct | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh vs Qualifier B | Tshwane |
| Sun, 24 Oct | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs India 🇮🇳 | Victoria Falls |
🔥 Super 7 Stage — 25 Oct to 14 Nov
| Date | Seeded Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, 25 Oct | A2 (Australia) vs B3 (Sri Lanka) | Johannesburg |
| Tue, 26 Oct | B1 (New Zealand) vs A3 (Pakistan) | Gqeberha |
| Wed, 27 Oct | B2 (South Africa) vs AB4 (England) | Tshwane |
| Thu, 28 Oct | A1 (India) vs A2 (Australia) | Victoria Falls |
| Fri, 29 Oct | B1 (New Zealand) vs B3 (Sri Lanka) | KuGompo City |
| Sat, 30 Oct | A3 (Pakistan) vs AB4 (England) | Victoria Falls |
| Sun, 31 Oct | B2 (South Africa) vs A1 (India) | Johannesburg |
| Mon, 1 Nov | A2 (Australia) vs B1 (New Zealand) | Victoria Falls |
| Tue, 2 Nov | B3 (Sri Lanka) vs AB4 (England) | Cape Town |
| Wed, 3 Nov | B2 (South Africa) vs A3 (Pakistan) | Durban |
| Thu, 4 Nov | A1 (India) vs B1 (New Zealand) | Paarl |
| Fri, 5 Nov | A2 (Australia) vs AB4 (England) | Durban |
| Sat, 6 Nov | B2 (South Africa) vs B3 (Sri Lanka) | Bloemfontein |
| Sun, 7 Nov | 🔥 A1 (India) vs A3 (Pakistan) | Cape Town |
| Mon, 8 Nov | B1 (New Zealand) vs AB4 (England) | Durban |
| Tue, 9 Nov | B2 (South Africa) vs A2 (Australia) | Gqeberha |
| Wed, 10 Nov | A3 (Pakistan) vs B3 (Sri Lanka) | Bloemfontein |
| Thu, 11 Nov | A1 (India) vs AB4 (England) | Gqeberha |
| Fri, 12 Nov | B2 (South Africa) vs B1 (New Zealand) | Cape Town |
| Sat, 13 Nov | A2 (Australia) vs A3 (Pakistan) | Bloemfontein |
| Sun, 14 Nov | A1 (India) vs B3 (Sri Lanka) | Durban |
🏆 Semi-Finals & Final
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, 17 Nov 2027 | 🏏 Semi-Final 1 | Cape Town |
| Thu, 18 Nov 2027 | 🏏 Semi-Final 2 | Tshwane |
| Sun, 21 Nov 2027 | 🏆 ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Final | Johannesburg |
South Africa • Zimbabwe • Namibia
2 October – 21 November 2027
In total, the competition will feature 57 matches across 12 venues.
World Cup 2027 at a Glance
- Dates: October 2 – November 21, 2027
- Teams: 14
- Total Matches: 57
- Host Countries: South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
- Venues: 12
- Semi-finals: November 17 and 18
- Final: November 21 in Johannesburg
- Defending Champion: Australia
🌍 Cricket World Cup 2027 Groups
After the opening Super Series determines the final Group Stage participant, 12 teams will compete in two groups of six.
Group A
India
Australia
Pakistan
Afghanistan
Zimbabwe
Qualifier A
Group B
New Zealand
South Africa
Sri Lanka
England
Bangladesh
Qualifier B
The top three teams from each group will qualify for the Super 7 stage. One additional place will go to the better-performing fourth-placed team across the two groups.
That produces seven teams for the next phase of the competition.
🔥 Biggest Cricket World Cup 2027 Fixtures
Several matches immediately stand out on the newly announced schedule.
India vs Australia — October 7
India and Australia will meet at Newlands in Cape Town on October 7 to begin Group Stage action.
It is a rematch of the 2023 World Cup final, in which Australia beat hosts India to win the trophy.
India vs Pakistan — October 10
One of world cricket’s most anticipated rivalries returns when India face Pakistan on October 10, 2027, in Johannesburg.
The match will be staged at the Wanderers Stadium and is likely to attract enormous global attention.
South Africa vs New Zealand — October 9
Co-hosts South Africa begin their campaign against New Zealand at Newlands in Cape Town on October 9.
Zimbabwe also plays on October 9, facing Qualifier A in Bulawayo.
📅 How the New World Cup 2027 Format Works
The 2027 tournament introduces a different structure from the 2023 edition.
Instead of the 10-team round-robin competition used in India in 2023, the World Cup expands to 14 teams and uses multiple stages.
Stage 1: Super Series
The three teams finishing second, third and fourth at the 2027 Cricket World Cup Qualifier will contest a round-robin Super Series in Windhoek.
Matches take place on October 2, 4 and 6.
Only the top team advances to the Group Stage.
Stage 2: Group Stage
Twelve teams are divided into two groups of six.
Each team plays the other five teams in its group. That creates 30 Group Stage matches.
The top three from each group advance, along with the stronger fourth-placed side.
Stage 3: Super 7
Seven teams then compete in another round-robin phase.
Importantly, no points are carried over from the Group Stage.
Each team plays six Super 7 matches, creating 21 fixtures between October 25 and November 14.
The top four teams advance to the semi-finals.
Stage 4: Knockouts
The first-placed Super 7 team faces the fourth-placed team in one semi-final, while second faces third in the other.
The winners then meet for the trophy.
🏟️ Cricket World Cup 2027 Venues
A total of 12 venues across three African nations will host matches.
South Africa has eight host locations: Johannesburg, Tshwane, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Paarl and KuGompo City.
Zimbabwe will stage matches in Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, while Windhoek is Namibia’s host city.
One particularly interesting addition is Mosi-oa-Tunya Stadium in Victoria Falls. The venue is scheduled to stage the Group A match between Zimbabwe and India on October 24.
The tournament therefore combines several established international cricket grounds with a new World Cup setting.
🏆 Semi-Finals and World Cup 2027 Final
After the Super 7 stage concludes, four teams will remain.
The first semi-final takes place in Cape Town on November 17, followed by the second semi-final in Tshwane on November 18.
Both semi-finals have reserve days.
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 final will be played in Johannesburg on Sunday, November 21. A reserve day is scheduled for November 22 if required.
🎟️ Cricket World Cup 2027 Tickets
The ICC opened the ticket ballot alongside the schedule announcement on October 1, 2026.
According to the ICC announcement, ticket prices range from approximately US$9.62 (R158) for entry-level tickets to US$31.31 (R514) for the highest-tier matches.
The ICC has also announced provisions covering family bundles, students, pensioners, community groups and local early-bird allocations.
Fans planning to attend should use official ICC ticketing channels and check current prices and availability before making travel arrangements.
🌍 Why the 2027 World Cup Will Be Different
The biggest change is the move from the 10-team format of 2023 to a 14-team competition.
That expansion creates opportunities for more nations while the new multi-stage system keeps qualification pressure high throughout the tournament.
The return to Africa is another major feature. South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya jointly hosted the 2003 edition; the 2027 tournament therefore marks the Men’s Cricket World Cup’s return to the continent after 24 years.
The three-host structure also gives supporters the opportunity to experience very different cricket venues and destinations across southern Africa.
🏏 Final Thoughts
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule sets up nearly seven weeks of ODI cricket across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
The opening stages already contain major encounters, including India vs Australia on October 7, India vs Pakistan on October 10 and South Africa vs New Zealand on October 9.
With 14 teams, 57 matches, a new Super 7 format and the final scheduled for Johannesburg on November 21, the 2027 edition will look considerably different from the previous World Cup.
Qualification still needs to determine several participants, so fans should watch for further ICC updates as the remaining places are filled.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When will the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 start?
The tournament begins on October 2, 2027, with the three-team Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia. The main Group Stage begins on October 7 with India playing defending champions Australia in Cape Town.
When is India vs Pakistan in the 2027 World Cup?
India vs Pakistan is scheduled for October 10, 2027, in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Group A match will be played at Wanderers Stadium.
Where will the 2027 Cricket World Cup final be played?
The 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup final will take place in Johannesburg on November 21, 2027. November 22 has been designated as a reserve day if required.
How many teams will play in the 2027 Cricket World Cup?
A total of 14 teams will participate. The tournament uses a new format involving a Super Series, two six-team groups, a Super 7 stage, semi-finals and the final.
Which countries are hosting the 2027 Cricket World Cup?
The tournament will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Matches will be spread across 12 venues: eight locations in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe and one in Namibia.
