India, Pakistan, Australia in same group for 2027 ODI World Cup
The ICC has announced the group stage pairings for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup, placing India, Pakistan, and Australia in the same group. The tournament will be hosted across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
Why it matters
The ODI World Cup is a major global sporting event, and the inclusion of India and Pakistan in the same group is highly significant for cricket fans and international sports viewership.
India and Pakistan will be in the same group at the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup, along with defending champions Australia, the ICC announced on Thursday.The 14-team tournament's group distribution was revealed at the official schedule launch in Cape Town.India, Pakistan and Australia in Group AGroup A includes India, Pakistan, Australia, Afghanistan, co-hosts Zimbabwe and Qualifier A.Group B features co-hosts South Africa, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Qualifier B.The group-stage meeting between India and Pakistan will be one of the biggest matches of the tournament.India are currently the top-ranked ODI team, with Shubman Gill set to lead the side in his first ODI World Cup as captain.World Cup returns to AfricaThe 2027 World Cup will begin on October 2, with the final scheduled for November 21.South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia will jointly host the tournament.
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