Ireland seeks spot in 2027 ODI World Cup through Qualifier
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:11 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Ireland will participate in the Qualifier for the 2027 ODI World Cup following a washout in their first ODI against Afghanistan. This result eliminated their chances of securing direct entry into the World Cup. The team will now prepare for the upcoming Qualifier to attempt to secure a spot in the global tournament.
- •Ireland's first ODI against Afghanistan was washed out.
- •The washout ended Ireland's hopes of direct World Cup entry.
- •Ireland must now qualify through the upcoming Qualifier.
- •The 2027 ODI World Cup will be held in various venues.
- 12:11 PMYahoo Sports — Why Ireland must now play qualifiers for the 2027 ODI World Cup
- 1:55 PMESPNcricinfo — Ireland to play Qualifier for 2027 ODI World Cup
"Ireland's hopes for direct qualification to the 2027 ODI World Cup have been dashed. An incessant downpour led to the cancellation of their opening match against Afghanistan in Bready, sealing their fate. Consequently, Ireland will now have to navigate the challenging ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier tournament for a chance to secure a spot in the global event.
"A washout in the first ODI against Afghanistan ended Ireland's chances of securing direct entry into the World Cup
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 12:11 PMWhy Ireland must now play qualifiers for the 2027 ODI World Cup
Ireland's hopes for direct qualification to the 2027 ODI World Cup have been dashed. An incessant downpour led to the cancellation of their opening match against Afghanistan in Bready, sealing their fate. Consequently, Ireland will now have to navigate the challenging ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier tournament for a chance to secure a spot in the global event.
- ESPNcricinfoAug 5, 2026, 1:55 PMIreland to play Qualifier for 2027 ODI World Cup
A washout in the first ODI against Afghanistan ended Ireland's chances of securing direct entry into the World Cup
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