Venues
The ICC ODI World Cup 2027 will be played across 12 venues in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament is returning to Africa for the first time since 2003, with eight venues in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe and one in Namibia. The 12 venues will host 57 matches across the tournament’s three-stage format.
The venues are spread across major cities as well as some of the tournament’s most distinctive cricket locations. These include Cape Town, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls and Windhoek. Together, they give the 2027 World Cup a much wider geographical footprint.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Venues List
| Country | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | Wanderers Stadium | Johannesburg |
| South Africa | Centurion | Tshwane |
| South Africa | Newlands Cricket Ground | Cape Town |
| South Africa | Kingsmead Cricket Ground | Durban |
| South Africa | St George’s Park | Gqeberha |
| South Africa | Mangaung Oval | Bloemfontein |
| South Africa | Boland Park | Paarl |
| South Africa | Buffalo Park | KuGompo City |
| Zimbabwe | Harare Sports Club | Harare |
| Zimbabwe | Queens Sports Club | Bulawayo |
| Zimbabwe | Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium | Victoria Falls |
| Namibia | Namibia Cricket Ground | Windhoek |
These are the 12 officially announced tournament venues for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. The venues are divided across three host countries, with South Africa providing the largest number of grounds. Zimbabwe and Namibia will also play important roles throughout the tournament.
How Many Venues Will Host the 2027 World Cup?
There will be 12 venues in total for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. South Africa will have the largest share with eight venues, while Zimbabwe will have three. Namibia will host the tournament at one venue in Windhoek.
The distribution is eight venues in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe and one in Namibia. This makes the 2027 World Cup a genuinely multi-country tournament. Matches will take place across a wide range of cities and cricket locations.
South Africa World Cup 2027 Venues
South Africa will have the largest share of the tournament, with eight venues. The venues are located in Johannesburg, Tshwane, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Paarl and KuGompo City. Each location will form part of the wider World Cup venue network.
Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Wanderers Stadium will host major matches during the 2027 World Cup. The Johannesburg venue will also stage the tournament final on 21 November 2027. This makes it one of the most important grounds in the entire competition.
The venue has a long history of major international cricket. The Wanderers was also the venue for the 2003 World Cup final, making its selection for the 2027 final particularly significant. The final is one of the key fixtures listed on our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule.
Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town
Newlands Cricket Ground is one of the most recognisable cricket grounds in South Africa. Cape Town will host the opening Group Stage match between India and Australia on 7 October 2027. The venue will therefore be in focus from the beginning of the main tournament.
Newlands will also host the first semi-final on 17 November 2027. The combination of a major Group Stage fixture and a semi-final makes the ground one of the most important venues. Fans following India’s campaign can also use our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 India hub.
Centurion, Tshwane
Centurion will host World Cup matches during the Group Stage and later stages. The venue is one of the eight South African grounds selected for the tournament. It will have an important role as the competition moves towards its knockout stages.
Tshwane is also scheduled to host the second semi-final on 18 November 2027. This gives the venue a role beyond the early rounds of the competition. The complete fixture information can be followed through our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule.
Kingsmead Cricket Ground, Durban
Kingsmead Cricket Ground in Durban is another major South African venue included in the 2027 World Cup. The ground brings the tournament to South Africa’s east coast. It will host matches during the competition.
Durban has a long association with international cricket and major limited-overs matches. Its inclusion adds geographical variety to the tournament’s South African venue list. Match-specific information will be available through our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Matches section.
St George’s Park, Gqeberha
St George’s Park in Gqeberha is one of South Africa’s traditional international cricket venues. The ground will host World Cup matches during the 2027 tournament. Its inclusion gives the competition another established cricket location.
Gqeberha, formerly known as Port Elizabeth, is one of the eight South African host locations. The venue adds another coastal destination to the World Cup schedule. Fans can check the tournament calendar through the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule.
Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein will also be part of the 2027 World Cup venue network. The ground is one of the eight venues selected in South Africa. It gives the tournament representation in the country’s central region.
The venue expands the competition beyond South Africa’s largest metropolitan areas. Its inclusion means World Cup matches will reach a broader range of cricket communities. The exact fixtures can be followed on the tournament’s Matches page.
Boland Park, Paarl
Boland Park in Paarl is another Western Cape venue selected for the tournament. Its inclusion adds another World Cup location close to the Cape Town region. The ground will form part of the tournament’s wider South African venue network.
Fans travelling for matches in the Western Cape will have more than one World Cup cricket location to consider. Paarl therefore adds another dimension to the tournament’s venue geography. Match details can be checked through the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule.
Buffalo Park, KuGompo City
Buffalo Park is located in KuGompo City, formerly known as East London. The venue is one of the eight South African grounds selected for the 2027 World Cup. It brings international tournament cricket to another part of the country’s eastern coastline.
The official tournament naming uses KuGompo City, while the venue itself has historically been associated with East London. This makes Buffalo Park an interesting part of the 2027 venue list. The ground’s tournament fixtures can be followed through the World Cup Matches section.
Zimbabwe World Cup 2027 Venues
Zimbabwe will host matches at three venues during the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. These are Harare Sports Club, Queens Sports Club and Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium. The three locations give Zimbabwe a strong presence in the tournament.
Zimbabwe’s venues include established cricket grounds as well as the distinctive Victoria Falls location. This gives the tournament a different setting from the traditional major-city venues. The country will therefore contribute significantly to the visual and geographical character of the competition.
Harare Sports Club, Harare
Harare Sports Club is the main World Cup venue in Zimbabwe’s capital. Harare will host matches during the 2027 tournament. The venue will form an important part of Zimbabwe’s home World Cup campaign.
The city has a long association with international cricket. Its established cricket infrastructure makes it an important location within Zimbabwe’s three-venue allocation. Fans can follow the scheduled fixtures through the World Cup Schedule page.
Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo is another historic Zimbabwean cricket venue. The ground will host World Cup matches during the tournament. Its selection ensures that international cricket reaches Zimbabwe’s second-largest major cricket centre.
Bulawayo is particularly significant for Zimbabwe’s home fixtures during the Group Stage. The tournament schedule will bring international teams to the city during the competition. Match-by-match information will be available through the World Cup Matches section.
Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium, Victoria Falls
The Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium is one of the most distinctive venues in the tournament. It is located in Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s most famous tourist destinations. The venue will bring World Cup cricket to a highly recognisable African location.
The venue will host World Cup cricket for the first time in 2027. A Zimbabwe match during the Group Stage will make Victoria Falls one of the tournament’s standout destinations. Fans can follow the fixture information through the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule.
Namibia World Cup 2027 Venue
Namibia will host the tournament at one venue, the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Despite having only one venue, Namibia will have an important role at the start of the competition. The country will host matches before and during the main Group Stage.
The Windhoek venue will therefore be one of the first grounds used in the 2027 World Cup. It will also give Namibia a major opportunity to showcase its cricket infrastructure. The tournament’s opening fixtures can be followed on the World Cup Schedule page.
Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
The Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek will play an important role from the very beginning of the tournament. The three-match Super Series will be played in Windhoek before the main Group Stage begins. This makes the venue central to the tournament’s opening phase.
The venue will also host three Group Stage matches. Namibia will therefore host World Cup cricket even though the country does not automatically receive a Group Stage qualification place simply because it is a host. The venue will have a role across more than one stage of the competition.
Which Venue Will Host the World Cup Final?
The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg will host the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 final on 21 November 2027. It is one of the most historic cricket grounds in South Africa. The final will give Johannesburg the tournament’s biggest single fixture.
The final is scheduled as a day match, with a reserve day available if required. This makes the Wanderers one of the most important destinations for fans following the knockout stages. The full tournament calendar is available on our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule page.
Which Venues Will Host the Semi-Finals?
The two semi-finals will be played at Newlands in Cape Town and Tshwane. The first semi-final is scheduled for Newlands on 17 November 2027. The second semi-final will take place in Tshwane on 18 November 2027.
| Semi-Final | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | Newlands, Cape Town | 17 November 2027 |
| Semi-Final 2 | Tshwane | 18 November 2027 |
The final will then take place at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on 21 November. These three venues will host the final stages of the tournament. Fans can track the complete knockout schedule through our World Cup Schedule page.
Which Venue Will Host the Opening Matches?
The tournament begins with the Super Series in Windhoek on 2 October 2027. All three Super Series matches will be played at the Namibia Cricket Ground. This makes Windhoek the first World Cup cricket destination of the tournament.
The main Group Stage then begins in Cape Town on 7 October. The opening Group Stage fixture will see India face Australia at Newlands. Fans following the tournament can check the full fixture calendar on our Schedule page.
World Cup 2027 Venues by Country
South Africa
South Africa has eight venues for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. They are spread across Johannesburg, Tshwane, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Paarl and KuGompo City. This gives South Africa the largest venue network in the tournament.
- Wanderers Stadium — Johannesburg
- Centurion — Tshwane
- Newlands Cricket Ground — Cape Town
- Kingsmead Cricket Ground — Durban
- St George’s Park — Gqeberha
- Mangaung Oval — Bloemfontein
- Boland Park — Paarl
- Buffalo Park — KuGompo City
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe has three venues for the 2027 World Cup. These include grounds in Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. The three venues give Zimbabwe a broad geographical presence in the tournament.
- Harare Sports Club — Harare
- Queens Sports Club — Bulawayo
- Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium — Victoria Falls
Namibia
Namibia has one venue for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. The Namibia Cricket Ground is located in Windhoek. It will host matches during the opening and Group Stage phases.
- Namibia Cricket Ground — Windhoek
World Cup Venues and Tournament Stages
The 12 venues are not used equally across every stage of the competition. Different grounds have been allocated roles across the Super Series, Group Stage, Super 7 and knockout stages. This creates a tournament spread across multiple locations.
Super Series
The three Super Series matches will be played in Windhoek. All three games will take place at the Namibia Cricket Ground. The Super Series begins on 2 October 2027.
Group Stage
The 12-team Group Stage will use venues across all three host nations. Matches will be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The Group Stage begins on 7 October 2027.
Super 7
The Super 7 will be played across selected South African venues. This stage will feature 21 matches as the tournament moves towards the knockout rounds. The Super 7 will be an important stage in determining the semi-finalists.
Semi-Finals
The semi-finals will be played at Newlands, Cape Town, and Tshwane. The first semi-final is scheduled for 17 November 2027. The second semi-final is scheduled for 18 November 2027.
Final
The final will be played at Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. The championship match is scheduled for 21 November 2027. The complete match-by-match breakdown is available on the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Matches page.
Why the 2027 World Cup Venues Are Different
The 2027 World Cup is more than a tournament played across a collection of cricket grounds. It is being staged across three countries, giving the competition a much wider geographical footprint. This makes the venue structure one of the defining features of the tournament.
South Africa provides eight established international venues, while Zimbabwe contributes three locations including Victoria Falls. Namibia brings the tournament to Windhoek, creating a distinctive opening stage for the competition. Together, the three countries create a World Cup with a strong African identity.
The combination also creates very different environments and travel experiences from one match to another. Fans can experience major cities, traditional cricket grounds and unique destinations such as Victoria Falls. The venue network therefore adds another layer to the 2027 World Cup experience.
World Cup 2027 Venue FAQs
How many venues are being used for the 2027 World Cup?
There are 12 venues being used for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. Eight are located in South Africa, three are in Zimbabwe and one is in Namibia. The venues will host matches across the tournament’s different stages.
How many World Cup venues are in South Africa?
South Africa has eight venues for the 2027 World Cup. They are located across Johannesburg, Tshwane, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Paarl and KuGompo City. South Africa therefore has the largest venue share.
How many venues are in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe has three venues for the 2027 World Cup. They are Harare Sports Club, Queens Sports Club and Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium. The three venues are located in Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls.
How many venues are in Namibia?
Namibia has one venue, the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. The venue will host the three-match Super Series at the beginning of the tournament. It will also host three Group Stage matches.
Where will the 2027 World Cup final be played?
The final will be played at Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. The championship match is scheduled for 21 November 2027. Johannesburg will therefore host the final match of the tournament.
Where will the first semi-final be played?
The first semi-final will be played at Newlands in Cape Town. It is scheduled for 17 November 2027. Newlands will therefore host one of the two matches that decide the finalists.
Where will the second semi-final be played?
The second semi-final will be played in Tshwane. The match is scheduled for 18 November 2027. The winner will advance to the final in Johannesburg.
Where will the Super Series be played?
All three Super Series matches will be played at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. The Super Series begins on 2 October 2027. It will be the first stage of the tournament.
Which venue is in Victoria Falls?
The Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium is located in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. It is one of the most distinctive venues included in the 2027 World Cup. The Group Stage will include a Zimbabwe match at the venue.
Which venue will host India vs Australia?
India vs Australia is scheduled for Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town on 7 October 2027. The match will be part of the Group Stage. The complete fixture is listed on our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule page.
Where can I see the complete World Cup schedule?
You can see the complete fixture calendar on our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Schedule page. It covers the tournament stages, dates, matches and venues. The page is the main schedule resource on ICCODIWORLDCUP.COM.
Where can I see the World Cup teams?
You can find the tournament teams on our ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Teams page. The page focuses specifically on the participating teams and their tournament pathway. It is separate from the venue and schedule information.
Final Takeaway
The ICC ODI World Cup 2027 will use 12 venues across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. South Africa will host eight venues, while Zimbabwe will have three and Namibia will have one. The three countries will collectively host 57 matches.
South Africa will bring the tournament to major cricket centres including Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Zimbabwe will add Harare, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, while Windhoek will host the opening Super Series. This creates one of the most geographically distinctive World Cup editions.
The biggest knockout venues are already known: Newlands, Cape Town for Semi-Final 1, Tshwane for Semi-Final 2 and Wanderers, Johannesburg for the Final. Fans planning around specific grounds can use the World Cup Schedule and World Cup Matches pages alongside this venue guide.
This page is designed as a central information hub. Keep facts verified and update this page when the underlying tournament information changes.