ICC Reveals 2027 World Cup Schedule, India to Face Australia on October 7

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the full schedule for the 2027 ODI World Cup, which will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. The tournament is set to commence on October 7, 2027, with 2023 World Cup finalists India and Australia clashing in Cape Town.

India has been placed in Group A, alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, defending champions Australia, Afghanistan, co-hosts Zimbabwe, and a qualifier team. A highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for October 10 in Johannesburg.

Group B comprises co-hosts South Africa, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and another qualifier team. The tournament structure includes a Super Seven stage, running from October 25 to November 14, where the top seven teams will compete. The top four from this stage will advance to the semi-finals, culminating in the final on November 21, 2027, in Johannesburg.

What to watch: Teams will need to win 13 games to secure the tournament trophy.

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