ICC unveils ODI World Cup 2027 schedule: India vs Australia opener on Oct 7 in Cape Town

The ICC has released the full 2027 ODI World Cup schedule — 57 matches across South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe from October 2 to November 21, 2027, with the final at Johannesburg's Wanderers.
India open their campaign against reigning champions Australia at Newlands, Cape Town, on October 7 — a blockbuster start to the tournament.
The schedule spans three countries and 57 matches, ending with the final at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on November 21.
The announcement gives teams just over a year to plan — and gives fans the dates to circle now.
