Cricket World Cup 2027 Qualifiers
About This Tournament
The qualifying tournament for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. Nations compete for the remaining spots in the 2027 World Cup, to be held in South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Tournament Details
Sport
Cricket
Venue
Zimbabwe
Start Date
June 15, 2026
End Date
July 5, 2026
Participants
10 teams/fighters
Format
In-Person
Organizer
ICC
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