Teams & Groups
The ICC ODI World Cup 2027 will feature 14 teams competing across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament field is being built through a combination of direct qualification and the ICC qualification pathway. At present, 10 teams are confirmed, while the remaining four places will be decided through the qualification process.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Teams List
The 10 teams currently confirmed for the 2027 ODI World Cup are:
| Team | Qualification | Group |
|---|---|---|
| India | ODI Rankings | Group A |
| Australia | ODI Rankings | Group A |
| Pakistan | ODI Rankings | Group A |
| Afghanistan | ODI Rankings | Group A |
| Zimbabwe | Host | Group A |
| New Zealand | ODI Rankings | Group B |
| South Africa | Host | Group B |
| Sri Lanka | ODI Rankings | Group B |
| England | ODI Rankings | Group B |
| Bangladesh | ODI Rankings | Group B |
Four additional teams will join the tournament after the qualification process is completed.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Groups
The 12-team Group Stage is divided into two groups of six teams.
Group A
Group A currently includes:
- India
- Australia
- Pakistan
- Afghanistan
- Zimbabwe
- Qualifier A
Group B
Group B currently includes:
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- England
- Bangladesh
- Qualifier B
The two qualifier positions will be filled through the World Cup qualification pathway.
You can follow the standings and qualification picture on the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Points Table page.
India in Group A
India will play in Group A alongside Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.
India are one of the major teams in the tournament and will enter the competition as one of the pre-seeded sides for the later Super 7 phase.
For India’s complete World Cup information, visit the India ICC ODI World Cup 2027 hub.
Australia in Group A
Australia are part of Group A alongside India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.
Australia enter the 2027 tournament as the defending Men’s ODI World Cup champions.
Their opening Group Stage fixture is against India in Cape Town.
Pakistan in Group A
Pakistan will compete in Group A with India, Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.
The group contains several of the strongest teams in the tournament, making Group A one of the most closely watched groups.
The complete match information will be available through the World Cup 2027 Matches section.
Afghanistan in Group A
Afghanistan have secured a place in Group A.
They will face India, Australia, Pakistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A during the Group Stage.
Afghanistan have become an increasingly competitive ODI side and will be one of the teams capable of making the qualification race interesting.
Zimbabwe in Group A
Zimbabwe are one of the host nations and have a confirmed place in Group A.
They will play alongside India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Qualifier A.
Zimbabwe will also have the advantage of playing World Cup matches on home soil.
You can explore the tournament grounds through our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Venues guide.
New Zealand in Group B
New Zealand are part of Group B.
Their group opponents are:
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- England
- Bangladesh
- Qualifier B
New Zealand are one of the established ODI teams in the tournament and will be among the teams competing for a place in the Super 7.
South Africa in Group B
South Africa are both a host nation and a confirmed Group B team.
They will play New Zealand, Sri Lanka, England, Bangladesh and Qualifier B.
South Africa will have the benefit of playing several matches in familiar home conditions.
Sri Lanka in Group B
Sri Lanka are confirmed in Group B alongside New Zealand, South Africa, England, Bangladesh and Qualifier B.
Their campaign will be closely followed as they look to progress from the Group Stage into the Super 7.
England in Group B
England will compete in Group B with New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Qualifier B.
As a major ODI team, England will be one of the sides expected to challenge for a place in the later stages of the tournament.
Bangladesh in Group B
Bangladesh have also secured their place in Group B.
They will face New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England and Qualifier B during the Group Stage.
Their performances against the other established teams could have a major impact on the Group B qualification race.
Which Four Teams Are Still to Qualify?
Four places in the 14-team World Cup field remain to be decided.
The qualification structure creates a two-stage route for the teams competing for these positions.
The winner of the main qualification tournament will enter the World Cup Group Stage directly.
The next three teams will enter the Super Series, where they will compete for the final Group Stage position.
This means that the final World Cup lineup will not be known until the qualification pathway is completed.
Is Namibia Qualified for the 2027 World Cup?
Namibia is one of the three host nations but does not receive an automatic World Cup place simply because it is a host.
South Africa and Zimbabwe have automatic host qualification places, while Namibia must come through the qualification pathway.
However, Namibia will still play an important role as one of the tournament’s host countries.
How Does the 2027 World Cup Qualification Work?
The tournament uses a multi-stage structure.
The first stage is the Super Series, followed by the main Group Stage.
The Group Stage will contain 12 teams divided into two groups of six.
Each team will play five matches in its group.
The top three teams from each group will advance to the Super 7.
The better fourth-placed team from the two groups will also qualify for the Super 7.
That creates a seven-team Super 7 competition.
What Is the Super 7?
The Super 7 is the third main round of the 2027 World Cup.
Seven teams will compete in a single round-robin competition.
Each team will play six matches.
The top four teams in the Super 7 standings will qualify for the semi-finals.
The tournament’s complete fixture information can be followed through the World Cup 2027 Schedule.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Pre-Seeded Teams
Several teams have been assigned pre-seeded positions for the Super 7 stage.
| Position | Team |
|---|---|
| A1 | India |
| A2 | Australia |
| A3 | Pakistan |
| AB4 | England |
| B1 | New Zealand |
| B2 | South Africa |
| B3 | Sri Lanka |
These positions are relevant to the later Super 7 stage and should not be confused with the Group Stage standings.
For the latest tournament standings, see the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Points Table.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Teams: What Is Confirmed?
The following 10 teams are currently confirmed:
India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England and Bangladesh.
Four additional teams will qualify through the tournament’s qualification system.
Therefore, the final 14-team lineup is not yet complete.
As the qualification process progresses, this page should be updated rather than creating a separate page for every small team-list change.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Teams FAQs
How many teams will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup?
A total of 14 teams will participate in the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
How many teams are currently confirmed?
10 teams are currently confirmed, with four additional places still to be decided.
Which teams are in Group A?
Group A consists of:
India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.
Which teams are in Group B?
Group B consists of:
New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England, Bangladesh and Qualifier B.
Is Namibia automatically qualified?
No. Namibia is a host country but does not have an automatic qualification place.
How many teams qualify for the Super 7?
Seven teams will qualify for the Super 7.
How many teams reach the semi-finals?
The top four teams from the Super 7 qualify for the semi-finals.
Where can I see the complete World Cup schedule?
You can see the complete fixture calendar on the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule page.
Where can I find information about World Cup venues?
Visit the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Venues page.
Where can I find India-specific World Cup information?
Visit the India at ICC ODI World Cup 2027 hub.
Final Takeaway
The ICC ODI World Cup 2027 will feature 14 teams, with 10 teams already confirmed and four places to be decided through qualification.
Group A currently features India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe, while Group B contains New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England and Bangladesh.
The remaining teams will emerge through the qualification pathway.
This page is designed as a central information hub. Keep facts verified and update this page when the underlying tournament information changes.