July 31, 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the list of 12 host venues for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Cricket fans will have the opportunity to witness thrilling World Cup action across three African nations.
According to details released by the ICC, a total of 12 stadiums and venues have been selected for the mega cricket tournament. South Africa will host matches at eight venues, while Zimbabwe will have three venues. Namibia’s capital, Windhoek, will host matches at one stadium.
ICC Cricket World Cup Returns to Africa After 24 Years
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 will return to African soil nearly 24 years after the continent last hosted the global cricket tournament.
The previous edition held in Africa was the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, which was jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya.
The 2027 tournament is expected to be another major milestone for African cricket, with matches scheduled to take place across three host countries.
12 Venues Announced for World Cup 2027
The ICC has confirmed 12 World Cup venues for the 2027 edition. The selected stadiums will host matches throughout the tournament, giving cricket fans across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia the chance to experience international cricket at the highest level.
How Many Teams Will Participate in the 2027 World Cup?
A total of 14 teams will compete in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 for the prestigious world title.
The ICC has also introduced a new three-stage tournament format for the 2027 World Cup. The new competition structure is designed to make the tournament more competitive, exciting and engaging for cricket fans around the world.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Schedule
According to the announced ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule, the tournament will begin on October 4, 2027, and continue until November 21, 2027.
A total of 57 matches will be played across the 12 selected World Cup venues in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Further details regarding the World Cup 2027 fixtures, including the schedule for the final and other major matches, will be announced by the ICC at a later stage.
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 is expected to be one of the biggest sporting events in Africa, bringing together 14 of the world’s top cricket teams for a month-long battle for the coveted World Cup trophy.
