ICC confirms Group A with India, Pakistan and Australia for 2027 ODI World Cup

India will meet Afghanistan on October 14 at the Centurion (Pretoria now known as Tshwane) followed by a match against co-hosts Zimbabwe at the newly constructed Victoria Falls Stadium on October 24.

India will meet defending champions Australia and bitter rivals Pakistan in their first two matches at the 2027 Cricket World Cup, the International Cricket Council announced on Thursday. The India-Australia match, a repeat of the 2023 final, will be in Cape Town on October 7 and the India-Pakistan clash will take place in Johannesburg three days later. The tournament, hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, will start on October 4 and the final will be played on November 27. The group match between India and Pakistan will be played at the Wanderers Stadium, the tournament’s biggest venue and tickets are almost certain to be in high demand. After a preliminary round to eliminate two of the three lowest-ranked teams, 12 teams will be split into two groups for round-robin matches before the top three in each group, and the best fourth-placed team, qualify for a Super Seven phase, followed by semi-finals and the final. Because of political tensions between the two countries, India and Pakistan have only played each other in ICC events since Pakistan toured India for three One-day Internationals and two Twenty20 internationals in December 2012. The rivalry is intense despite India having won all eight matches against Pakistan in Cricket World Cups and eight out of nine in T20 World Cups. Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and a qualifier will also be in Group ‘A’.

India have been placed in Group A along with Pakistan, Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A. The much-awaited India-Pakistan clash will take place on October 10 in Johannesburg. India will begin their 2027 ODI World Cup campaign against Australia on October 7 in Cape Town.

The ticket ballot for the 2027 Cricket World Cup is open from October 1 to November 21, giving Indian fans an opportunity to apply for matches across South Africa, Zimbabwe and NamibiaIndian cricket fans planning to watch the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 live from the stadiums can now register for the tournament's ticket ballot here. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has opened the registration process on October 1, alongside the announcement of the tournament's complete match schedule.The 14th edition of the Cricket World Cup will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in October and November 2027. With 14 teams set to compete across 12 venues in 57 matches, the tournament will give fans an opportunity to watch some of the biggest names in international cricket. Indian supporters can enter the ballot for matches across all three host nations.When Does Cricket World Cup 2027 Ticket Registration Close?The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 ticket ballot opened on Thursday, October 1, 2026, and will remain open until November 21, 2026.The ballot is free to enter and does not follow a first-come, first-served system. All valid entries submitted during the registration period will receive equal consideration, regardless of when fans apply.How Can Indian Fans Register For Cricket World Cup 2027 Tickets?Indian fans can follow these steps to enter the official ticket ballot:Visit the official ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 ticketing website.Select the matches they wish to attend.Choose their preferred ticket category and request the number of tickets, with a maximum of four tickets per match.Submit a separate entry for each match they want to attend.Provide the required details and submit the ballot application.Fans can apply for as many matches as they wish, with each match treated as a separate entry. No payment is required at the time of registration.How Does The Cricket World Cup 2027 Ticket Ballot Work?Once fans submit their applications, the ticket allocation process will depend on demand for individual matches. If a match receives more applications than the available ticket allocation, a randomised ballot will determine which applicants get the opportunity to purchase tickets.Successful applicants will be notified by email and given a specific window to complete their ticket purchases. For matches that are not oversubscribed, registered fans will receive access to purchase tickets. Any remaining tickets may be made available during later sales phases.Entering the ballot does not guarantee a ticket. Fans should regularly check their registered email accounts for updates from the organisers.Which Countries Will Host The 2027 Cricket World Cup?South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia will jointly host the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. The tournament will feature 14 teams, 12 venues and 57 matches.The competition will begin on October 2, 2027, with a three-team Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia. The group stage will feature 12 teams divided into two groups of six, followed by the Super 7 stage and the knockout rounds. The final is scheduled for November 21, 2027, in Johannesburg.With the full fixture list now announced, Indian fans can identify the matches they want to attend and submit their ballot entries accordingly.Important Things Indian Fans Should KnowRegistration period: October 1 to November 21, 2026.Registration fee: Free.Ticket limit: Up to four tickets per match.Multiple matches: Fans can enter the ballot for as many matches as they wish.Allocation: A randomised ballot will be used for oversubscribed matches.Confirmation: Successful applicants will receive an email with a window to purchase their allocated tickets.Ticket guarantee: Entering the ballot does not guarantee tickets.ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027: India, Pakistan In Group A As ICC Announces Groups; Check DetailsIndian fans planning to travel for the tournament should also consider international flights, accommodation, local transport and visa requirements. It is advisable to wait for ticket allocation confirmation before making non-refundable travel bookings.

The 2027 World Cup will feature a new Super 7 phase, with India scheduled to face Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe in the Group Stage.

India will begin their campaign against Australia on October 7 in Cape Town, with the high-profile clash against Pakistan scheduled for October 10 in JohannesburgThe International Cricket Council (ICC) announced India's schedule for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup as the team is set to begin its campaign against Australia on October 7 in Cape Town. One of the most anticipated matches of the tournament India vs Pakistan will take place on October 10 in Johannesburg, just three days after India's opening fixture. ️The ICC Men’s #CWC27 fixtures have been unveiled Access the ticket ballot https://t.co/xQX5nsDa0b pic.twitter.com/Y8CLgDcaYU— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) October 1, 2026 India have been placed in Group A alongside Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A. The team will face Afghanistan on October 14 in Tshwane before taking on Qualifier A on October 17 in Bloemfontein. India's final group-stage match will be against Zimbabwe on October 24 in Victoria Falls.The #CWC27 groups are locked ⚡A cricketing extravaganza awaits! How to watch the schedule launch ➡️ https://t.co/DBA5Z49Y0t pic.twitter.com/xgCA0YX55A— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) October 1, 2026 The 2027 edition of the ODI World Cup will be hosted by South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe from October 2 to November 21. A total of 14 teams will compete in the tournament, which will feature 57 matches across 12 venues. The competition will begin with a three-team Super Series in Windhoek, Namibia, to determine the final team in the group stage.Following the group stage, the top seven teams will advance to the Super 7 round. The four best-performing teams in that phase will qualify for the semi-finals. The first semi-final is scheduled for November 17 in Cape Town, while the second will be played on November 18 in Tshwane. The tournament final will take place on November 21 in Johannesburg.ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027: India, Pakistan In Group A As ICC Announces Groups; Check DetailsIndia’s Full Schedule For ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027October 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, along with Australia, will be part of Group A in the upcoming 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup. The tournament is set to take place in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, starting on October 2 and concluding on November 21. A total of 14 teams will participate, divided into two groups of six after a preliminary stage.

The 2027 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia from October 2 to November 21.

The ICC announced the complete schedule for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup, with the tournament set to begin on October 2 and the final scheduled for November 21 in JohannesburgThe International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the full schedule for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup, which will be held in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe from October 2 to November 21. India will begin their campaign against Australia on October 7 in Cape Town, followed by a clash against Pakistan on October 10 in Johannesburg. ️The ICC Men’s #CWC27 fixtures have been unveiled Access the ticket ballot https://t.co/xQX5nsDa0b pic.twitter.com/Y8CLgDcaYU— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) October 1, 2026 India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A have been placed in Group A. Group B features Bangladesh, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Qualifier B. The tournament will feature 14 teams competing across 12 venues, with the opening matches scheduled for October 2 and the final set to take place in Johannesburg on November 21.ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027: Full ScheduleOctober 2: Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 3, Windhoek.October 4: Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 2, Windhoek.October 6: Qualifier 2 vs Qualifier 3, Windhoek.October 7: India vs Australia, Cape Town.October 8: Pakistan vs Afghanistan, Tshwane.October 8: England vs Bangladesh, Windhoek.October 9: Zimbabwe vs Qualifier A, Bulawayo.October 9: South Africa vs New Zealand, Cape Town.October 10: India vs Pakistan, Johannesburg.October 10: Sri Lanka vs Qualifier B, Windhoek.October 11: Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan, Bulawayo.October 12: Australia vs Qualifier A, Paarl.October 12: New Zealand vs Bangladesh, KuGompo City.October 13: England vs Sri Lanka, Windhoek.October 13: South Africa vs Qualifier B, Paarl.October 14: India vs Afghanistan, Tshwane.October 15: Pakistan vs Qualifier A, Bloemfontein.October 15: Zimbabwe vs Australia, Harare.October 16: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Durban.October 16: South Africa vs England, Gqeberha.October 17: India vs Qualifier A, Bloemfontein.October 17: New Zealand vs Qualifier B, Harare.October 18: Australia vs Afghanistan, KuGompo City.October 19: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, Harare.October 19: South Africa vs Bangladesh, Durban.October 20: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Johannesburg.October 20: England vs Qualifier B, Harare.October 21: Afghanistan vs Qualifier A, KuGompo City.October 22: Australia vs Pakistan, Paarl.October 22: South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Johannesburg.October 23: England vs New Zealand, Gqeberha.October 23: Bangladesh vs Qualifier B, Tshwane.October 24: Zimbabwe vs India, Victoria Falls.Super 7 StageOctober 25: A2 vs B3, Johannesburg.October 26: B1 vs A3, Gqeberha.October 27: B2 vs A4B, Tshwane.October 28: A1 vs A2, Victoria Falls.October 29: B1 vs B3, KuGompo City.October 30: A3 vs A4B, Victoria Falls.October 31: B2 vs A1, Johannesburg.November 1: A2 vs B1, Victoria Falls.November 2: B3 vs A4B, Cape Town.November 3: B2 vs A3, Durban.November 4: A1 vs B1, Paarl.November 5: A2 vs A4B, Durban.November 6: B2 vs B3, Bloemfontein.November 7: A1 vs A3, Cape Town.November 8: B1 vs A4B, Durban.November 9: B2 vs A2, Gqeberha.November 10: A3 vs B3, Bloemfontein.November 11: A1 vs A4B, Gqeberha.November 12: B2 vs B1, Cape Town.November 13: A2 vs A3, Bloemfontein.November 14: A1 vs B3, Durban.Knockout StageNovember 17: Semi-final 1, Cape Town.November 18: Semi-final 2, Tshwane.November 21: Final, Johannesburg.

India and Pakistan have been placed in Group A alongside Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A, while England and South Africa feature in Group BThe International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the groups for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup during its schedule launch event in Cape Town, South Africa. India and Pakistan have been placed in Group A alongside Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and one qualifying team, setting up an exciting group-stage contest.The #CWC27 groups are locked ⚡A cricketing extravaganza awaits! How to watch the schedule launch ➡️ https://t.co/Eod5GoN7zW pic.twitter.com/oVg7zVHLNF— ICC (@ICC) October 1, 2026 Group B features Bangladesh, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Qualifier B. With 14 teams taking part in the tournament, the two groups will feature six teams each, while the remaining two spots will be decided through the qualification process.ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027: Full GroupsGroup A- Afghanistan- Australia- India- Pakistan- Zimbabwe- Qualifier AGroup B- Bangladesh- England- South Africa- Sri Lanka- New Zealand- Qualifier BThe group-stage draw brings together several major cricketing nations. Group A will see India, Pakistan and Australia compete alongside Afghanistan and Zimbabwe.Meanwhile, Group B includes defending cricket powerhouses England, South Africa and New Zealand, along with Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.The two remaining teams, Qualifier A and Qualifier B, will earn their places through the qualification process. Their entry will complete the 14-team lineup for the tournament, which will be hosted by South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe in October and November 2027.ICC To Unveil 2027 ODI World Cup Schedule On Thursday; Ticket Ballot To Open For Mega EventWith the groups now announced, fans can look forward to the full match schedule and begin planning for the tournament. The 2027 edition will feature 57 matches across 12 venues, with teams competing for the ODI World Cup title.