New Delhi: ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule: Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash is also likely to attract significant attention. According to reports, India could face Pakistan on October 10, while Team India may take on Australia on October 7. The schedule promises an exciting start to the tournament for Indian cricket fans.
When and Where Will India Play Its Matches?
The ICC has announced India’s schedule for five group-stage matches. India will compete in Group A alongside Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.
India’s Complete Group-Stage Schedule
Date Match Venue
- October 7 India vs Australia Cape Town
- October 10 India vs Pakistan Johannesburg
- October 14 India vs Afghanistan Tshwane
- October 17 India vs Qualifier A Bloemfontein
- October 24 India vs Zimbabwe Victoria Falls
India and Pakistan to Face Each Other on October 10
India and Pakistan will face each other on October 10 at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg during the 2027 ODI World Cup. Both teams are part of Group A.
Before the high-profile clash, India will begin its campaign against Australia on October 7. This means Team India could face two major opponents in quick succession at the start of the tournament.
Three Countries to Host the 2027 ODI World Cup
The ICC has awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 ODI World Cup to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. A total of 14 teams will participate in the tournament, with 57 matches scheduled across 12 venues.
The tournament will begin with a Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia, on October 2. The main group-stage matches will start on October 7.
What Is the New World Cup Format?
The ICC has introduced a three-stage format for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The tournament will begin with a Super Series involving three teams. After that, 12 teams will compete in two groups in a round-robin format.
The top three teams from each group will qualify for the Super 7 stage. The fourth-placed teams from both groups will also compete for the remaining spot, which will go to the team with the better performance.
In the Super 7 stage, all seven teams will play against each other. The top four teams will then qualify for the semi-finals. The winners of the two semi-finals will meet in the final on November 21 in Johannesburg.
When Will the ODI World Cup 2027 Final Take Place?
The final of the 2027 ODI World Cup will take place on November 21 at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. The two semi-final matches are scheduled for November 17 and 18.
The ICC has also started the ticket ballot process from October 1, 2026, giving fans an opportunity to apply for tickets ahead of the tournament.
For Indian cricket fans, October 7 and October 10 will be particularly significant dates. Team India will face Australia first, followed by Pakistan. India will need to perform consistently throughout the group stage to progress to the next round.
