Archive · 31 Jul 2026
ICC World Cup 2027 Returns to Africa After 24 Years
The International Cricket Council said that the big cricket tournament, the World Cup, will come back to Africa in 2027.
Three African countries – South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia – will share the hosting duties.
They will use 12 different stadiums.
The ICC Chairman, Jay Shah, said this is a special moment for cricket.
He thinks the event will be unforgettable and will show how warm and diverse Africa is.
The new logo and brand for the World Cup were also revealed.
Fans around the world are excited to see the games.
The tournament will bring people together and celebrate cricket.
ICC announces 2027 Men's Cricket World Cup will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
The tournament marks the first time the event returns to Africa since 2003.
Twelve venues across the three nations will host matches, with a new brand unveiled.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah calls the return a landmark moment and expresses confidence in an unforgettable event.
The 2027 World Cup will unite fans worldwide and showcase Africa's warmth, passion, and diversity.
- Who
- ICC Chairman Jay Shah
- What
- Announcement of the 2027 Cricket World Cup host cities and brand
- When
- 2027
- Where
- South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia
- Why
- To bring the tournament back to Africa after 24 years and build global excitement
- Event
- ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027
- Host Nations
- South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia
- Number of Venues
- 12
- Significance
- First time Africa hosts the tournament since 2003