Jersey men's cricket team aims for ODI status and World Cup berth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:47 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Jersey men's cricket team is targeting One-Day International status and qualification for a World Cup in the next three years. They missed out on the 2026 T20 World Cup in July 2025 after a narrow victory over Scotland, finishing behind Italy on net run rate. Jersey leads its group in the ICC Challenge League A, with upcoming matches in Kenya that will determine their fate in qualifying for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. Achieving ODI status is central to their strategic plan, and the team is focused on developing local talent through junior pathways.
- •Jersey aims for ODI status and World Cup qualification by 2029.
- •Jersey beat Scotland by one wicket in July 2025 but missed T20 World Cup.
- •They currently lead the ICC Challenge League A group's standings.
- •Upcoming matches in Kenya will be crucial for World Cup qualifying.
- •Strategic plan focuses on developing local cricket talent and infrastructure.
- 8:47 AMYahoo Sports — Jersey aim for ODI status and T20 World Cup place
"Jersey hope their men's side achieve One-Day International status and qualify for a World Cup in the next three years.
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