On Tuesday, July 30, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced twelve venues across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 campaign.
Since having co-hosted the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2003, South Africa have played host to several major ICC tournaments from the inaugural ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (2007), the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup (2023), the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cups (2020 and 2024) and the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup (2023).
While Zimbabwe were also the co-hosts for the 2003 edition of the tournament, Namibia will host their maiden senior ICC tournament. Both countries had hosted the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup earlier this year. The 50-over mega event returns to Africa after 24 years. Back in 2003, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya hosted the eighth Men’s Cricket World Cup.
The 12 host venues are:
South Africa
- 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, formerly known as East London)
Zimbabwe
- Harare Sports Club (Harare)
- Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
- Fale Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium (Victoria Falls)
Namibia
- Namibia Cricket Ground (Windhoek)
“This marks an exciting milestone on the road to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027,” ICC Chairman Jay Shah said.
“The unveiling of the host cities and the tournament brand signals the start of a journey that will unite fans around the world and build anticipation for one of our sport’s biggest global events.
“The return of this prestigious tournament to Africa after 24 years is a landmark moment for cricket. We are confident that South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia will deliver an unforgettable event, showcasing the warmth, passion and rich diversity that make this region truly unique.”
ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta added, “The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup represents the legacy and spectacle of Limited Overs Cricket.
“It also marks the return of the pinnacle event to Africa after more than two decades and will celebrate a continent defined by extraordinary people, vibrant cultures, breathtaking experiences and deep love for Sport.
“The vibrant brand unveiled today reflects the energy, ambition and spirit of the event, while every host city offers fans a unique opportunity to experience the warmth and diversity that make Africa truly memorable.
“Combined with the meaning delivered by the growth of the game and inspiration for new generations of fans, the event will assume regional and global significance.”
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