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New Cricket World Cup Format Expected for 2027 Event in Africa
The 2027 Cricket World Cup, set to be held in Africa, is anticipated to feature a revised 14-team format. This new structure could potentially increase the number of high-profile matches between rival nations like India and Pakistan.
8/17/2026, 1:16:49 AM
Cricket fans could see a significant overhaul to the sport's premier 50-over tournament in 2027, with a new structure potentially changing how the competition unfolds. The upcoming One Day International (ODI) World Cup, scheduled to take place in Africa, is reportedly moving to a 14-team lineup, departing from recent formats.
Al Jazeera reports that the International Cricket Council (ICC) is proposing a format that would include a