2027 ODI World Cup: Three Nations to Host, New Format, and Key Rule Changes Revealed
2027 ODI World Cup: Three Nations to Host, New Format, and Key Rule Changes Revealed
- •The ICC ODI World Cup 2027 will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
- •14 teams will participate, with South Africa and Zimbabwe getting direct entry as hosts.
- •Top 8 teams in ICC rankings by March 31, 2027, will qualify directly; remaining 4 spots via qualifiers.
- •The tournament will feature a 'Super Six' format, dividing 14 teams into two groups.
- •Key rule changes include Super Over for tied matches, elimination of 'soft signal', and a minimum 70-meter boundary rope.
