ICC Cricket World Cup 2027: Schedule, Groups & Venues

ICC Cricket World Cup 2027: Schedule, Groups & VenuesICC Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule, groups and venues for India, USA and UK fans: key dates, 12 stadiums, ticket ballot and INR/USD/GBP planning.The ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027 runs from 2 October to 21 November 2027 across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, with 14 teams, 57 matches and 12 venues on the card. That is 364 days from today. If you are planning to follow India's campaign from Mumbai, New York or London, this guide covers the confirmed 2027 World Cup schedule, the two groups, every venue, the ticket ballot that opened on 1 October 2026, and the time-zone maths Indian, American and British fans will actually need. World Cup 2027 at a Glance: Dates, Hosts and Format This is the first ODI World Cup shared across three host nations, and the first in the Southern African summer since South Africa last staged it in 2003. The tournament opens with a Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia, before the main group stage begins on 7 October 2027 in Cape Town. Tournament window: 2 October – 21 November 2027 (reserve day 22 November for the final). Hosts: South Africa (8 venues), Zimbabwe (3 venues) and Namibia (1 venue in Windhoek). Teams and matches: 14 teams, 57 matches in total across 12 stadiums. Format: Super Series (3 games) → group stage (30 games) → Super 7 round-robin (21 games) → two semi-finals and the final. Ticketing: the official ballot opened on 1 October 2026 at tickets.cricketworldcup.com. One structural change matters more than the rest: points from the group stage do not carry into the Super 7 phase. Every team starts that second round on zero, so a slow start in October can be repaired in November — but it also means there are no easy points once the Super 7 begins. The Groups: India Land in Group A With Australia and Pakistan The draw places India in Group A, and it is a heavyweight group. Australia and Pakistan are both in India's half, with Afghanistan and Zimbabwe as the sides India would be expected to beat — and Qualifier-A still to be confirmed. Group B looks comparably stacked, with hosts South Africa, New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Group Teams Group A India, AustralFAQ

When does the 2027 Cricket World Cup start?

The ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027 opens on 2 October 2027 with the Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia. The main group stage begins on 7 October 2027 in Cape Town, when India play Australia in the tournament opener.

Which groups are India and Pakistan in for the 2027 World Cup?

India and Pakistan are both in Group A, alongside Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier-A. Group B contains New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England, Bangladesh and Qualifier-B.

Where will the 2027 World Cup final be played?

The final is scheduled for 21 November 2027 at the Wanderers in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a reserve day on 22 November in case of rain. The two semi-finals take place on 17 November in Cape Town and 18 November in Tshwane.

How many teams and venues are in the 2027 World Cup?

The 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup features 14 teams, 57 matches and 12 venues — eight in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe and one in Windhoek, Namibia.

How do I get tickets for the 2027 Cricket World Cup?

The official ticket ballot opened on 1 October 2026 at tickets.cricketworldcup.com. Registering through the ballot is the primary route, as demand for India fixtures — particularly against Australia and Pakistan — is expected to exceed available seats.

What time will India's World Cup matches start in India?

Day matches in South Africa typically begin around 10:30 local time (UTC+2), which is 14:00 IST in India, around 04:30 ET on the US East Coast and 09:30 BST in the UK. Check the exact fixture time with a time zone converter before planning.

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