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Johannesburg, Windhoek, and Bulawayo named as 2027 ODI World Cup hosts

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:09 PM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Johannesburg, Windhoek, and Bulawayo named as 2027 ODI World Cup hosts
Summary

The ICC announced that Johannesburg, Windhoek, and Bulawayo will be among the 12 host cities for the 2027 men's ODI World Cup, with eight of those cities set to hold the majority of the 54 matches in South Africa. This decision reflects an ongoing commitment to expand cricket's reach across various regions. The announcement comes as preparations for the tournament ramp up, with significant logistical planning required in the coming months.

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  • •Twelve cities will host the 2027 men's ODI World Cup.
  • •Eight cities will manage the majority of the 54 matches.
  • •Johannesburg, Windhoek, and Bulawayo are notable host locations.
  • •The tournament aims to expand cricket's presence in Africa.
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  • 5:09 PMESPNcricinfo — Johannesburg, Windhoek, Bulawayo among 12 host cities for 2027 men's ODI World Cup
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Eight cities among those will host the bulk of the 54 matches in South Africa

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