Jay Shah said the schedule release and the opening of the ticket ballot are important steps. He feels they bring fans closer to the 2027 World Cup. He called it a celebration of cricket across three nations.
He said the ICC wants as many fans as possible to attend its World Cup events. That is why ticket prices are kept affordable. There are also options for families, young people, and local communities. These choices are meant to make the tournament more accessible.
Shah added that South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will be excellent hosts. He pointed to their strong passion for cricket. He also mentioned their beautiful destinations and their warm welcome. He said the ICC looks forward to welcoming fans from around the world. He hopes the tournament creates memories that last well beyond the final.
2027 ODI World Cup Ticket Ballot Opens as India-Australia and India-Pakistan Clashes Confirmed
The ICC has opened a ticket ballot for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Fans can now register for a chance to buy tickets. Prices start at around $10 and go up to about $31. There are also family bundles, student and pensioner rates, early-bird local allocations, and special prices for community clubs and school groups.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah called the schedule announcement and ticket ballot important steps. He said they bring fans closer to the tournament. He wants as many people as possible to attend. He said affordable tickets and family options will help local communities and young people enjoy the event.
Shah also said South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will be great hosts. He praised their passion for cricket, their beautiful destinations, and their friendly welcome. He said the tournament will create memories that last long after the final.
The 2027 World Cup starts on October 2. India play their first match on October 7 against Australia in Cape Town. That is a rematch of the 2023 final. India’s group also includes Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and a qualifying team. India face Pakistan on October 10 in Johannesburg.
Group B has New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England, Bangladesh, and another qualifier. South Africa begin their campaign against New Zealand in Cape Town on October 9. Co-host Zimbabwe face Qualifier A in Bulawayo on the same day.
The tournament will be held across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. The final is on November 21 in Johannesburg.
India vs Australia and Pakistan Clashes Confirmed as Super 7 Format Revealed
The ICC has confirmed the full schedule for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The tournament will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. The final will take place at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on November 21.
India will begin their campaign on October 7 against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town. Their big group-stage clash with Pakistan is set for October 10 at the Wanderers. If both teams reach the Super 7 stage, they could meet again on November 7 in Cape Town.
India are in Group A along with Australia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and one qualifying team. Their other group matches are against Afghanistan on October 14, Qualifier A on October 17, and Zimbabwe on October 24.
Group B includes South Africa, England, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the second qualifying team.
The tournament starts on October 2 with a three-team Super Series in Windhoek. That event will decide the two qualifiers. The top three teams from each group will move into the Super 7 phase. The best fourth-place team across the two groups will also join them.
The Super 7 stage begins on October 25. No points from the group stage will carry over. Each team will play six more matches in this round.
The seedings for the Super 7 are India (A1), Australia (A2), Pakistan (A3), England (AB4), New Zealand (B1), South Africa (B2), and Sri Lanka (B3). If a non-seeded team takes a qualifying spot from a seeded team, it will take over that seeded team’s Super 7 position.
ICC chair Jay Shah spoke about the scheduled release. He said the announcement and the opening of the ticket ballot are important steps. He also said the ICC wants to make its World Cup events accessible to as many fans as possible.
FAQs
Q. When will the 2027 ODI World Cup begin?
A. The tournament will begin on October 2.
Q. How much do 2027 World Cup tickets cost?
A. Ticket prices start at around $10 and go up to $31.
Q. When will India play Australia?
A. India will play Australia on October 7 in Cape Town.
Q. When will India play Pakistan?
A. India will face Pakistan on October 10 in Johannesburg.
Q. Who is the ICC chairman?
A. Jay Shah is the ICC chairman.
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