India is set to kick off its 2027 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup campaign against reigning champions Australia in Cape Town on October 7, as per the tournament schedule. The competition will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, featuring 14 teams.
Following their opener, India will face arch-rivals Pakistan in a highly anticipated group stage match on October 10 at Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium. This encounter is expected to be one of the most watched and talked-about matches of the tournament.
India is part of Group A, which includes Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and a team identified as Qualifier A. The team’s subsequent matches include a game against Afghanistan on October 14 in Tshwane, followed by a match with Qualifier A on October 17 in Bloemfontein. They will conclude their group stage fixtures against Zimbabwe on October 24 at Victoria Falls.
The 2027 tournament format will see teams battling for a place in the knockout stages, with the top teams from each group advancing further in the competition. As the schedule unfolds, cricket fans worldwide are gearing up for a series of exciting matches, with India’s campaign being a focal point for many.