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Where is the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup being played?
The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be hosted by South Africa. The cricket-loving nation last hosted the tournament in 2003.
When is the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup being played?
The tournament is set to run from 9 February 2027 until 26 March 2027.
ICC Cricket World Cup History
When One-Day International cricket came into being in 1971, there were calls for a tournament to be launched for the best in the game to gather and show off their skills. As a result, the first Cricket World Cup was held in 1975, but under the name Prudential Cup. England hosted the first three Prudential Cups, as they were considered the only country able to provide the required infrastructure. One-day cricket was different back then, with 60-over innings and teams wearing white. The Prudential Cup name fell away after the first three tournaments.
The first World Cup to be hosted outside of England was in 1987, with India and Pakistan co-hosting the tournament. This was the tournament where ODI cricket became a 50-over game. In 1992, teams wore coloured kits for the first time, while white balls and day/night matches were introduced. The 1992 ICC Cricket World Cup is considered as the turning point for ODI cricket.
Australia have dominated the World Cup over the years, winning five titles to date. The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup will be the 13th edition of the tournament.
Who won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2019?
England claimed victory in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup final in dramatic style. After a tense match with New Zealand at Lord's in London, England ended in a tie, the match went to a Super Over, which also ended in a tie. As a result, England were awarded the trophy on the boundary count back rule, winning 26–17. This win was England's first ICC Cricket World Cup title. The match will forever be remembered as the 'Ben Stokes Final'. The English all-rounder scored a stunning 84 not out to save the match for the host nation.
Who has won the ICC Cricket World Cup?
Australia have been the dominant force in ICC Cricket World Cup history. The Aussies have won five titles to date - 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, and 2015. India (1983 and 2011) and the West Indies (1975 and 1979) both have two titles to their name, while Sri Lanka (1996) and England (2019) have won one each.
ICC Cricket World Cup Winners and Runners-up
| Year | Winners | Runners-up | Host(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Australia | India | India |
| 2019 | England | New Zealand | England / Wales |
| 2015 | Australia | New Zealand | Australia / New Zealand |
| 2011 | India | Sri Lanka | India / Sri Lanka / Bangladesh |
| 2007 | Australia | Sri Lanka | West Indies |
| 2003 | Australia | India | South Africa / Zimbabwe / Kenya |
| 1999 | Australia | Pakistan | England / Scotland / Wales / Ireland / Netherlands |
| 1996 | Sri Lanka | Australia | Pakistan / India / Sri Lanka |
| 1992 | Pakistan | England | Australia / New Zealand |
| 1987 | Australia | England | India / Pakistan |
| 1983 | India | West Indies | England |
| 1979 | West Indies | England | England |
| 1975 | West Indies | Australia | England |
ICC Cricket World Cup Top Batsman
India's Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most ICC Cricket World Cup runs with 2,278. Tendulkar played in five World Cups for India - 1992, 1996, 2003, 2007, and 2011. His best knock came at the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he scored 152 off 151 balls against Namibia. 'Little Master', as he is affectionately known, also holds the record for the most centuries at the ICC Cricket World Cup - six.
ICC Cricket World Cup Top Bowler
Modern limited-overs cricket is known as the batsman's game, but one man who had a knack of taking important wickets was Australia's Glenn McGrath. The right arm fast-medium bowler holds the record for most wickets by an individual at the ICC Cricket World Cup with 71. McGrath played at four World Cups during his career (1996, 1999, 2003, and 2007) and won three with Australia in that time (1999, 2003, and 2007).
2027 ICC Cricket World Cup Qualification
Qualification for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in India takes place from 2020 to 2022. Nine teams will join India at the final tournament, with the top 7 from the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League and top 2 from another qualifiying tournament in 2022 completing the line-up for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
2027 ICC Cricket World Cup Teams & Squads
These will be finalised closer to the start of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup and after the qualification process is complete.
2027 ICC Cricket World Cup Fixtures
The fixtures for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup will be revealed once the qualification process is complete in 2022.
Who will be the favourites to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2027?
India are always a difficult side to beat at home, so they will be considered the favourites ahead of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup. Australia and England are always contenders at major tournaments, while South Africa and New Zealand may have re-built their squads by the time the tournament starts. As the tournament is being held on the sub-continent, ruling out Pakistan, Sri Lanka, or an ever-improving Bangladesh will be foolish.
2027 Cricket World Cup Betting Odds
The odds for the 2027 Cricket World Cup have yet to be released.
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2027 ICC Cricket World Cup News
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2027 ICC Cricket World Cup Social Media
- 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Twitter - twitter.com/ICC
- 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Facebook - facebook.com/icc/
- 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Instagram - instagram.com/icc/
- 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup YouTube - youtube.com/user/CricketICC
2027 ICC Cricket World Cup FAQ
When is the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup being played?
The tournament is set to run from 9 February 2023 until 26 March 2027.
Who has won the ICC Cricket World Cup titles?
Australia have claimed the ICC 50 over Cricket World Cup six times.
Who will be the favourites to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2027?
India are currently the favourites to list the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup title.
Where is the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup being played?
The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be hosted by South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Who is the ICC Cricket World Cup Top Batsman?
India's Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most ICC Cricket World Cup runs with 2,278. Tendulkar played in five World Cups for India - 1992, 1996, 2003, 2007, and 2011. His best knock came at the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he scored 152 off 151 balls against Namibia. 'Little Master', as he is affectionately known, also holds the record for the most centuries at the ICC Cricket World Cup - six.
Who is the ICC Cricket World Cup Top bowler?
Modern limited-overs cricket is known as the batsman's game, but one man who had a knack of taking important wickets was Australia's Glenn McGrath. The right arm fast-medium bowler holds the record for most wickets by an individual at the ICC Cricket World Cup with 71. McGrath played at four World Cups during his career (1996, 1999, 2003, and 2007) and won three with Australia in that time (1999, 2003, and 2007).
