Windhoek will stage a three-team series that decides the final place in the World Cup group stage.
Cricket across three countries
The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 runs from 2 October to 21 November in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Fourteen teams will play at 12 venues, so this is a tournament with a genuinely regional footprint. The full schedule is published, making it possible to plan around specific fixtures.
The first games are a three-team Super Series in Windhoek on 2, 4 and 6 October. Its winner takes the last group-stage place. The main group phase begins in Cape Town on 7 October with India against Australia. The top sides then advance to a Super 7 phase, followed by semi-finals in Cape Town and Tshwane. The final is set for Johannesburg on 21 November, with 22 November reserved if needed.
Host cities and travel
Eight venues are in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe and one in Namibia. The schedule includes Cape Town, Paarl, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Bloemfontein, Durban, KuGompo City and Gqeberha, as well as Harare, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls and Windhoek. Distances between fixtures can be substantial. Pick a cluster of matches first and check the journey between cities before booking flights or rooms.
Johannesburg is a practical base for the final; Cape Town has group and knockout fixtures. Plan Zimbabwe and Namibia as separate legs, and check entry requirements for every border crossing. Compare stays in Johannesburg (opens in a new tab), ideally with flexible cancellation while your match plans are taking shape.
Tickets and updates
The ICC has opened its ticket ballot. Register at the official Cricket World Cup ticket portal (opens in a new tab) and revisit the full fixture schedule (opens in a new tab) before confirming a multi-city route. Check official updates close to travel for any changes.
When is the Cricket World Cup 2027?
It opens on 2 October and the final is scheduled for 21 November 2027.
Which countries are hosting?
South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia are co-hosts, with matches at 12 venues.
Where does the tournament begin?
Windhoek hosts the opening Super Series on 2, 4 and 6 October. Group play starts in Cape Town on 7 October.
How many teams will play?
Fourteen teams are in the tournament; the Windhoek series decides the last group-stage spot.
Public holidays around the festival
Public and bank holidays in South Africa from 3 days before to 3 days after the festival ().
Shops, banks and transport should keep their normal timetable.
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