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African World Cup 2027 Hosts Play Historic Tri-Series in Namibia

African World Cup 2027 Hosts Play Historic Tri-Series in Namibia
ICC ODI World Cup 2027 Hosts South Africa, Zimbabwe & Namibia To Play Historic Tri-Series Ahead Of Mega Event; Check Schedule · freepressjournal.in

Three countries in Africa — South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia — are going to play cricket against each other in a special tournament.

A tournament with three teams is called a tri-series.

The games will begin on August 28 in Windhoek, a city in Namibia.

A final match between the two best teams will be played on September 6.

The main goal is to get ready for a much bigger tournament called the Cricket World Cup in 2027.

That World Cup will be played in all three countries in October and November.

It is extra special because it is the first time in 24 years the World Cup will be held in Africa.

It is also the first time Namibia will host World Cup matches.

The tri-series will also help start a new African competition called the Africa Cup.

This is a big step for cricket in Africa!

Key facts

Event
Historic T20I Tri-Series
Participants
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia
Dates
August 28 – September 6
Location
Windhoek, Namibia
World Cup
ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2027, held October–November across the three host nations
Venues
12 venues confirmed across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
Historical Note
World Cup returns to Africa after 24 years; Namibia's first senior ICC World Cup
Related Launch
Africa Cup continental tournament expected to begin in 2027

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