Australia proposes larger squad sizes for 2027 ODI World Cup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:23 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Australia's coach Andrew McDonald has suggested increasing squad sizes to 17 for the 2027 ODI World Cup. This change comes as the tournament expands, with finalists expected to participate in 13 matches, up from 11 in the previous edition. McDonald emphasized the need for a broader player selection to enhance competitiveness over the tournament's duration. Discussions on this proposal are ongoing within the International Cricket Council.
- •Andrew McDonald advocates for 17-player squads in 2027 ODI World Cup
- •Finalists may play 13 games compared to 11 in the last World Cup
- •Expansion aims to enhance competitiveness among teams
- •Discussions are ongoing within the ICC regarding squad size changes
- 12:23 PMYahoo Sports — 'Give us larger squads': Australia coach Andrew McDonald urges ICC ahead of 2027 World Cup
- 12:38 AMESPNcricinfo — Australia call for larger squad sizes for expanded 2027 ODI World Cup
"Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has urged the ICC to increase 2027 ODI World Cup squad sizes from 15 to 17 players, saying the expanded format could become a "war of attrition" due to more matches. He argued larger squads would help teams manage injuries, cope with varying conditions and ensure the tournament features the best players throughout.
"2023 World Cup winning coach Andrew McDonald calls for 17-player squads for the expanded tournament with the finalists set to play 13 games compared to 11 four years ago
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 12:23 PM'Give us larger squads': Australia coach Andrew McDonald urges ICC ahead of 2027 World Cup
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has urged the ICC to increase 2027 ODI World Cup squad sizes from 15 to 17 players, saying the expanded format could become a "war of attrition" due to more matches. He argued larger squads would help teams manage injuries, cope with varying conditions and ensure the tournament features the best players throughout.
- ESPNcricinfoJul 29, 2026, 12:38 AMAustralia call for larger squad sizes for expanded 2027 ODI World Cup
2023 World Cup winning coach Andrew McDonald calls for 17-player squads for the expanded tournament with the finalists set to play 13 games compared to 11 four years ago
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