Your Ideal Host For 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup?

[BoomBoomCricket]

2011 - India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
2015 - Australia and New Zealand
2019 - England
2023 - India

About time one of the none "Big 3" countries host the event in 2027.

South Africa last hosted in 2003.
West Indies last hosted in 2007.

New Zealand have never exclusively hosted a World Cup before.
Neither have Sri Lanka.
Neither have Bangladesh.

Probably too early for Pakistan to host a tournament of this scale.

Perhaps even take the game to other parts of the world:
UAE.
USA/Canada.
Malaysia.

I think it is about time the tournament returns to South Africa or West Indies.

 

[liam26]

Should be SA now if the Cycle is considered and they could very well be considering what good hosts they are.

 

[Slim]

2027 should be SA and then 2031 to be Pakistan.

 

[BoomBoomCricket]

2027 - South Africa
2031 - West Indies
2035 - New Zealand
2039 - Sri Lanka
2043 - Bangladesh
2047 - Pakistan (100 years of independence)
2051 - England
2055 - Australia
2059 - USA
2063 - UAE

Sorted.

 

[Geil]

India, Australia and England that is where majority of cricket fans and crowds come to stadium so there will be one of these three countries hosting alternate cricket WC

Like it or not Cricket is only popular in very handful of countries and it is heavily dependent on England, Australia and India which gives major profits and revenues to cricket

An alternate 50 over WC should always be hosted by either India , Australia and England , they deserve it

Maybe a T20 WC should be more played at lesser popular nations and not Australia, England and India

 

[sweep_shot]

I would love to see 2027 World Cup being in Africa. Therefore, South Africa and Zimbabwe should be co-hosts.

Alternatively, West Indies can be the host.

 

[Rajdeep]

2027 - South Africa
2031 - West Indies
2035 - New Zealand
2039 - Sri Lanka
2043 - Bangladesh
2047 - Pakistan (100 years of independence)
2051 - England
2055 - Australia
2059 - USA
2063 - UAE

Sorted.

Countries like BD, UAE and SL cant host a world cup on it own since they dont have enough recources and/or stadiums. The 2007 WC was a debacle bcoz WI wanted to host all alone when they were not capable enough to do so. For a world cup, you atleast need 8 - 10 top notch venues. Even Eng & Aust couldn't host wc independently and had to share it with Wales and NZ respectively.

World cup and Test championship finals should only be hosted in elite cricket nations. T20 WC on the other hand should always be hosted out of big 3 countries.

 

[liam26]

Lets be realistic the 50-50 WC will never be alloted to countries like Pakistan, SL, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe and NZ.

The best chance for smaller Nations is to share it with bigger Nations of their regions.

Like in south Asia, the WC would either be held in India or shared between India, Pakistan, SL and Bangaldesh where India gets the finals and Pakistan/Bangaldesh get the Semi Finals.

Likewise in Europe, it will be shared between England, Wales or England, Wales and Ireland with Englad getting most of the matches including big ones.

In Oceania, it will be shared between Australia and NZ with Australia getting the finals and NZ one Semis.

In Africa, it will be shared between SA, Zimbabwe, Kenya or even Namibia with SA getting to host the bulk of the matches including Finals and Semis.

WI can host the WC alone because there are no other stronger Cricket countries in the Carribean.

In the future, countries with huge South Asian Population like USA and Canada can share it together.

UAE is also a good option as it falls in a separate region but the country is too small with only a few venues to host a WC.

The Best best for Nations like Pakistan, Sl, Bangaldesh, NZ is the T20 WC which can be granted to host the tournament exclusively.

 

[BoomBoomCricket]

For WTC finals [MENTION=152021]Rajdeep[/MENTION] (can only really be played in late March or June, July) with the way the cycle and international calendar works.
2021 and 2023 at Lord's we know.
2025 - Barbados
2027 - Kolkata - D/N game in June
2029 - Basin Reserve - late March
2031 - Sydney - late March
2033 - Rawalpindi - Could play in June
2035 - Dhaka - Could play in June
2037 - Galle - Could play in June
2039 - Oval - June of course

 

[Mesozoic]

South Africa. They should have Ideally got the hosting rights for the 2023 wc. I just don't understand why the world cup is returning to India in just 12 years.

 

[Rajdeep]

South Africa. They should have Ideally got the hosting rights for the 2023 wc. I just don't understand why the world cup is returning to India in just 12 years.

That is because Big 3 was formed (in 2014) on the agreement that all ICC events for the next 10 years will be hosted ONLY in big 3 countries.

Logic - Big 3 produces majority of revenue, so hosting rights should be with big 3.

Hence;

2015 WC - Aust
2016 T20 - Ind
2017 CT - Eng
2019 WC - Eng
2020 T20 - Aust
2021 T20 - Ind
2021 WTC - Eng
2023 WC - Ind

 

[Slim]

India, Australia and England that is where majority of cricket fans and crowds come to stadium so there will be one of these three countries hosting alternate cricket WC

Like it or not Cricket is only popular in very handful of countries and it is heavily dependent on England, Australia and India which gives major profits and revenues to cricket

An alternate 50 over WC should always be hosted by either India , Australia and England , they deserve it

Maybe a T20 WC should be more played at lesser popular nations and not Australia, England and India

Profit and revenue? Tumhari jaib mein jatay hain? Trust indians to always bring money in every opportunity they get. So petty.

 

[Batsman e Azam]

South Africa is the best possible choice. Ideally, I would have loved to see Afghanistan and Pakistan co-hosting the 2031 WC but infrastructure and security in Afghanistan isn't good enough right now.

2027 WC - SA
2031 WC - Pakistan and a Gulf country (Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE)
2035 WC - West Indies
2039 WC - Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
2043 WC - Australia and NZ
2047 WC - England, Wales and Ireland
2051 WC - India
2055 WC - Afghanistan and Pakistan

 

[Rana]

I think South Africa.

Electric World Cup!

 

[jeeteshssaxena]

South africa

 

[liam26]

A Pakistan-Afghanistan joint bid is an interesting one. If peace persists in Afghanistan then it could be an option to host the tournament in Pak-Afghan as part of Central Asia with Pakistan breaking away from South Asian lobby of India-BD-SL and form a new lobby with Afghanistan.

Could be many years away but very much possible.

 

[TeymurBlake]

Got to be South Africa man, they have waited for a tournament in a long time. Last one I can remember was 2009 ICC Champions Trophy. Its about time I think. I personally would love it to have happened in USA/Canada but lack of infrastructure, desire from non sub continent fans and time scale is an issue for them. But nonetheless it has to be South Africa.

 

[Canistani Hero]

South Africa

 

[Geil]

Profit and revenue? Tumhari jaib mein jatay hain? Trust indians to always bring money in every opportunity they get. So petty.

haan phir tum haath phelakar attey merey pass

You are delusional and full have hatred which makes your views stupid and idiotic, How idiotically you are only precisely targeting Indians and hinting at maybe I am an Indian too,

It shows your hatred and it is stupid to debate with such people

 

[Bewal Express]

As we have seen only England has the fan base of all countries to host the WC. The worst WC was in the WI in 2007, played in front of no fans and on terrible pitches and SA in 2003 as there is little passion for cricket for the game, the WC best one in England last year.

 

[TalhaSyed]

Countries like BD, UAE and SL cant host a world cup on it own since they dont have enough recources and/or stadiums.

Agreed

The 2007 WC was a debacle bcoz WI wanted to host all alone when they were not capable enough to do so.

I don't agree with this.

Despite not having the best facilities in the world, the event could have still been a success if the ticket prices were not way too expensive for the local fans to afford and rules within the ground were relaxed (i.e. trying to ban musical instruments when the WI is known for its party atmosphere in the grounds)

On top of that, 2 of the biggest teams getting knocked out in the first round did not help and resulted in many dull matches during the Super 8 stage.

The format of the tournament, in general, was very poor and resulted in a dragged out competition which is why the format has never been used again since.

On top of all that a dull, rain-affected one-sided final, was the last thing that tournament needed.

To implement sweeping policies like "WI can't host a WC because 2007 didn't go well" would be a very narrow minded and over simplified assessment of what happened.

For a world cup, you atleast need 8 - 10 top notch venues.

Agreed - in an ideal scenario, this would be the case

Even Eng & Aust couldn't host wc independently and had to share it with Wales and NZ respectively.

Disagree. This would be like saying India cannot host the tournament alone which is why they shared it with SL and Bangladesh and were even meant to share it with Pakistan until the 2009 attack happened.

England shared with Wales because the ECB is officially the England and Wales Cricket Board, whilst Australia shared with NZ because NZ is too small to host it on its own but too big to miss out on the opportunity of hosting World Cup cricket matches when there are games being played at your door step.

World cup and Test championship finals should only be hosted in elite cricket nations. T20 WC on the other hand should always be hosted out of big 3 countries.

Disagree 100%.

The so-called 'elite cricket nations' have already done more than enough to cripple the growth of international cricket and damage the sport on an international level.

By money-hungry power moves such as forming the Big 3, the 3 biggest cricket boards have already brought associate nations to their knees.

Please do not damage the international game any further by introducing ridiculous measures such as hosting World Cups exclusively in England, Australia, and India.

The following boards should be hosting the World Cup given the current political scene - as long as the tournament is arranged properly and targetted at the local audiences with a crowd-friendly format:

> Aus + NZ
> Eng/Wales (as well as Ireland & Scotland if they are in the competition)
> Aus + NZ
> Ind + SL + Bang
> Pak + UAE
> SA (Plus Zim & Ken if they are in the competition)
> WI

 

[aloo paratha]

The world cup should always be co hosted. They should have a cycle.

2027: South Africa and Zimbabwe
2031: West Indies
2035: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh
2039:Australia and NZ
2043: England, Ireland, Scotland, Netherlands

Just keep this cycle going.

 

[Arham_PakFan]

2027 WC should be in South Africa & Zimbabwe

 

[shaz619]

England would be most ideal imo

 

[MMHS]

Gradually, we will enter more into co hosted World Cup. Even, they are going to cohost 2026 Soccer WC between USA, Canada & Mexico.

I don’t think apart from India & England, may be Australia as well, any other country can host a 6 weeks long tournament alone and day by day the cost is going to be higher. It’s not about the tournament costs, rather the other costs that comes along is the biggest issue here. Last English tour in BD cost massive on BD govt. for the security arrangements for just one touring team, playing in two stadiums for total 13 (+3) playing days and 29 days trip - it wasn’t direct cost to BCB, but eventually money was charged on some account of same economy. Don’t think stadium is any issue here - even in 2027, BD can host a WC of 50 games with 6-7 years preparation time; it doesn’t take long to upgrade stadiums if money is there as spending on infrastructure is an investment that has long term return associated (& most of the expenses actually roll back into the economy); but spending on non productive heads like security is what pulls down the margin. At current state, I am not sure how much ICC is going to make if the security agencies of the hosting country (s) had to be paid off by the tournament itself!!! For his pride, I read Putin spent $23 bn US, only on security measures in 2016 (Sochi) & 2018 combined, while Brazil spent over $12 bn US for the same in 2014 & 2016 combined......

Australia & NZ will always co-host WC - not that Australia needs be partner financially but a joint bid makes their case strongest (only can be better by a South Asian joint bid, which is not likely in foreseeable future), probably ENG will tag SCT & IRL in future. West Indies are actually a league of 10-12 tiny nations but their combined strength is quite formidable, yet I believe few games of next WIN WC, whenever happens will be played in USA & SAF will need ZIM, Kenya/Namibia at their side to host their one. Considering SAF’s current economic state, I am not sure if they would like to host 2027 WC that desperately (read push for that) - my hunch is, it’s going to be Australia/NZ in 2027.

I liked cricket in Australia most, but that 2015 WC was the worst in my memory - pathetic format, dull wickets and full of one sided games made it really a pain to follow. I hope, they continue this current format (but with 12 teams) in 2027 as well and bring back the bowlers into ODI game more back again - an ODI with per score around 250-275 (means below 250 chasing side favourites, above 275, defending side favourites in an even contest), on typical large Australian wickets/grounds are the most exciting ones to watch.

 

[Slim]

If not South Africa, then Pakistan should host the 2027 WC.

 

[ManFan]

SA is a bit too bland for my taste.

I think NZ should host.

 

[Thunderbolt14]

South Africa, West Indies, or Pakistan+UAE+Bangladesh. Please no more Big 3 repeats

 

[WhenSultansBowled]

Anyone except Aus/Ind are Ok with me.

Even having it in England, yet again, sounds nice.

 

[BoomBoomCricket]

England would be most ideal imo

A World Cup should be a once in a generation event held in a certain country.

England is a great hosting option, but hosting again after just 8 years?

Should be a 20 year gap minimum before they host the tournament again for me.

 

[ahmedzee]

2027 should be in Pakistan. I don't see a more deserving nation.

 

[BoomBoomCricket]

2027 should be in Pakistan. I don't see a more deserving nation.

Yet to see Eng, Aus, SA, NZ or Ind play in Pakistan since 2007 and you are holding hopes of hosting a World Cup?

Perhaps Pakistan could first try hosting a U19 World Cup or an ICC associate qualifying tournament.

 

[Bleedgreen4ever]

Pakistan

 

[Bhaijaan]

South Africa has always been one hell of a great host. Every tournament that's ever been played there has been a cracker.

 

[ahmedzee]

Yet to see Eng, Aus, SA, NZ or Ind play in Pakistan since 2007 and you are holding hopes of hosting a World Cup?

Perhaps Pakistan could first try hosting a U19 World Cup or an ICC associate qualifying tournament.

I think it has more to do with ICC (BCCI) politics, rather than pakistan not capable of hosting. PSL has proved now that Pakistan can host any event.

 

[Angrez Pakistani]

I think it has more to do with ICC (BCCI) politics, rather than pakistan not capable of hosting. PSL has proved now that Pakistan can host any event.

Pakistani stadiums are obsolete.

 

[Mesozoic]

I think it has more to do with ICC (BCCI) politics, rather than pakistan not capable of hosting. PSL has proved now that Pakistan can host any event.

PCB must renovate almost every stadium in the country before even thinking about hosting a world cup. Even Ban and WI have better stadia and infra than Pakistan.

 

[shaz619]

A World Cup should be a once in a generation event held in a certain country.

England is a great hosting option, but hosting again after just 8 years?

Should be a 20 year gap minimum before they host the tournament again for me.

I see but if India can after a similar period why not England, plus it would be good for you Pakistan fans as well because you're no closer to holding an ICC event and it is uncertain, but in England you have crazy support which helps the team do well. Perhaps Pakistan could host a tournament in England, work something out which would make sure they gain more compared to not hosting at all, plus lets be honest Pakistan have more support in limited overs over here in England especially during such high profile tournaments

 

[Asifnow]

It's got to be Pakistan, the perfect end to cricket's greatest come back story.

Imagine a Karachi final, with semis in Lahore, matches in Multan, Peshawar, Quetta and any of the new grounds that will/have popped up. Pakistan is ready.

 

[ahmedzee]

Pakistani stadiums are obsolete.

PCB must renovate almost every stadium in the country before even thinking about hosting a world cup. Even Ban and WI have better stadia and infra than Pakistan.

As I said, the challenge facing PCB might not be infrastructure or quality of stadium (lahore, Karachi ans Multan are now well renovated to international standard btw as we speak). The challenge facing pakistan is inability of ICC to make a pro Pakistan decision while BCCI is controlling them. I guarantee by next year or two even Australia would come for tests to Pakistan. Guaranteed security and infrastructure would not be a problem come 2027. Anti-Pakistan lobby would be the biggest issue.

 

[Asifnow]

As I said, the challenge facing PCB might not be infrastructure or quality of stadium (lahore, Karachi ans Multan are now well renovated to international standard btw as we speak). The challenge facing pakistan is inability of ICC to make a pro Pakistan decision while BCCI is controlling them. I guarantee by next year or two even Australia would come for tests to Pakistan. Guaranteed security and infrastructure would not be a problem come 2027. Anti-Pakistan lobby would be the biggest issue.

Yeah, it's all political but it can improve. We have already seen the PCB get numerous boards on side, we've seen them end the Big Three financial structure, we've seen them become the third biggest financial board alongside CA in the coming financial cycle, we've seen the PSL become one of the very top leagues and just about every player willing to travel to Pakistan now.

There just needs to be a continuous push, because this is going to be the toughest fight yet.

 

[aloo paratha]

As I said, the challenge facing PCB might not be infrastructure or quality of stadium (lahore, Karachi ans Multan are now well renovated to international standard btw as we speak). The challenge facing pakistan is inability of ICC to make a pro Pakistan decision while BCCI is controlling them. I guarantee by next year or two even Australia would come for tests to Pakistan. Guaranteed security and infrastructure would not be a problem come 2027. Anti-Pakistan lobby would be the biggest issue.

People have an inferiority complex when it comes to our stadiums. Yes, they're not at the level of stadiums in Australia or South Africa, but they're on par with our subcontinental neighbors.

Karachi, Lahore, and Multan are already world class stadiums. Pindi just needs seats installed, which PCB was planning to do after PSL. Peshawar is being renovated, Rafi Stadium is being constructed. Plus it's not as if an ICC event is taking place in Pakistan tomorrow, 5-7 years is more than enough to get grounds like Faisalabad and Hyderabad ready.

 

[Slog]

Lets be realistic the 50-50 WC will never be alloted to countries like Pakistan, SL, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe and NZ.

The best chance for smaller Nations is to share it with bigger Nations of their regions.

Like in south Asia, the WC would either be held in India or shared between India, Pakistan, SL and Bangaldesh where India gets the finals and Pakistan/Bangaldesh get the Semi Finals.

Likewise in Europe, it will be shared between England, Wales or England, Wales and Ireland with Englad getting most of the matches including big ones.

In Oceania, it will be shared between Australia and NZ with Australia getting the finals and NZ one Semis.

In Africa, it will be shared between SA, Zimbabwe, Kenya or even Namibia with SA getting to host the bulk of the matches including Finals and Semis.

WI can host the WC alone because there are no other stronger Cricket countries in the Carribean.

In the future, countries with huge South Asian Population like USA and Canada can share it together.

UAE is also a good option as it falls in a separate region but the country is too small with only a few venues to host a WC.

The Best best for Nations like Pakistan, Sl, Bangaldesh, NZ is the T20 WC which can be granted to host the tournament exclusively.

I get your argument as far as NZ or SL is concerned. Pakistan is hardly a small country in this regard whether it’s population or size.

But it would be impossible for NZ or SL to host a 50 over World Cup on their own. Just not big enough to host that many games and have crowds

 

[Swashbuckler]

2027: SA
2031: Joint bid of Asian countries excluding India, final should be held in Colombo because they have never hosted a WC final despite being former champs
2035: Aus/NZ with final in NZ
2039: India
2043: UK

Basically every 2nd WC should be in SC since 50% of WC teams are from this region. No WC for WI, 2007 was migraine, instead give them the shorter and less popular ICC events.

 

[Dulex9]

It should have been South Africa. Last world cup was fantastic and most tournaments in South Africa are. The grounds are fantastic too.

 

[Bullet Drive]

Gradually, we will enter more into co hosted World Cup. Even, they are going to cohost 2026 Soccer WC between USA, Canada & Mexico.

I don’t think apart from India & England, may be Australia as well, any other country can host a 6 weeks long tournament alone and day by day the cost is going to be higher. It’s not about the tournament costs, rather the other costs that comes along is the biggest issue here. Last English tour in BD cost massive on BD govt. for the security arrangements for just one touring team, playing in two stadiums for total 13 (+3) playing days and 29 days trip - it wasn’t direct cost to BCB, but eventually money was charged on some account of same economy. Don’t think stadium is any issue here - even in 2027, BD can host a WC of 50 games with 6-7 years preparation time; it doesn’t take long to upgrade stadiums if money is there as spending on infrastructure is an investment that has long term return associated (& most of the expenses actually roll back into the economy); but spending on non productive heads like security is what pulls down the margin. At current state, I am not sure how much ICC is going to make if the security agencies of the hosting country (s) had to be paid off by the tournament itself!!! For his pride, I read Putin spent $23 bn US, only on security measures in 2016 (Sochi) & 2018 combined, while Brazil spent over $12 bn US for the same in 2014 & 2016 combined......

Australia & NZ will always co-host WC - not that Australia needs be partner financially but a joint bid makes their case strongest (only can be better by a South Asian joint bid, which is not likely in foreseeable future), probably ENG will tag SCT & IRL in future. West Indies are actually a league of 10-12 tiny nations but their combined strength is quite formidable, yet I believe few games of next WIN WC, whenever happens will be played in USA & SAF will need ZIM, Kenya/Namibia at their side to host their one. Considering SAF’s current economic state, I am not sure if they would like to host 2027 WC that desperately (read push for that) - my hunch is, it’s going to be Australia/NZ in 2027.

I liked cricket in Australia most, but that 2015 WC was the worst in my memory - pathetic format, dull wickets and full of one sided games made it really a pain to follow. I hope, they continue this current format (but with 12 teams) in 2027 as well and bring back the bowlers into ODI game more back again - an ODI with per score around 250-275 (means below 250 chasing side favourites, above 275, defending side favourites in an even contest), on typical large Australian wickets/grounds are the most exciting ones to watch.

ODI cricket rn is a joke. Stats mean nothing. I remember the days when an ODI century was valued. You would be like wow, he scored an ODI ton, but now nobody cares. Every one is scoring them for fun!

They need to remove the two new ball rule.

 

[Convict]

Gradually, we will enter more into co hosted World Cup. Even, they are going to cohost 2026 Soccer WC between USA, Canada & Mexico.

I don’t think apart from India & England, may be Australia as well, any other country can host a 6 weeks long tournament alone and day by day the cost is going to be higher. It’s not about the tournament costs, rather the other costs that comes along is the biggest issue here. Last English tour in BD cost massive on BD govt. for the security arrangements for just one touring team, playing in two stadiums for total 13 (+3) playing days and 29 days trip - it wasn’t direct cost to BCB, but eventually money was charged on some account of same economy. Don’t think stadium is any issue here - even in 2027, BD can host a WC of 50 games with 6-7 years preparation time; it doesn’t take long to upgrade stadiums if money is there as spending on infrastructure is an investment that has long term return associated (& most of the expenses actually roll back into the economy); but spending on non productive heads like security is what pulls down the margin. At current state, I am not sure how much ICC is going to make if the security agencies of the hosting country (s) had to be paid off by the tournament itself!!! For his pride, I read Putin spent $23 bn US, only on security measures in 2016 (Sochi) & 2018 combined, while Brazil spent over $12 bn US for the same in 2014 & 2016 combined......

Australia & NZ will always co-host WC - not that Australia needs be partner financially but a joint bid makes their case strongest (only can be better by a South Asian joint bid, which is not likely in foreseeable future), probably ENG will tag SCT & IRL in future. West Indies are actually a league of 10-12 tiny nations but their combined strength is quite formidable, yet I believe few games of next WIN WC, whenever happens will be played in USA & SAF will need ZIM, Kenya/Namibia at their side to host their one. Considering SAF’s current economic state, I am not sure if they would like to host 2027 WC that desperately (read push for that) - my hunch is, it’s going to be Australia/NZ in 2027.

I liked cricket in Australia most, but that 2015 WC was the worst in my memory - pathetic format, dull wickets and full of one sided games made it really a pain to follow. I hope, they continue this current format (but with 12 teams) in 2027 as well and bring back the bowlers into ODI game more back again - an ODI with per score around 250-275 (means below 250 chasing side favourites, above 275, defending side favourites in an even contest), on typical large Australian wickets/grounds are the most exciting ones to watch.

Australia can and should host world cups on our own.

We have plenty of regional stadiums that can be used rather than using New Zealand.

The only reason we co-host with New Zealand is because they'd never get a chance to host the world cup otherwise.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

Cricket South Africa confirmed the eight venues which are set to host the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by African countries Zimbabwe and Namibia.

CSA Chief Executive, Pholetsi Moseki, described the selection process as “scientific” focusing on logistical considerations such as airport proximity and hotel availability.

The major event will have an impact on the region, where the 2003 World Cup was also held, as Johannesburg’s Wanderers, SuperSport Park in Centurion, Cape Town’s Newlands, Kingsmead in Durban, St George’s Park in Gqeberha, Bloemfontein’s Mangaung Oval, Boland Park in Paarl, and Buffalo Park in East London get included in the hosting.

The mention-worthy omissions from the hosting list are Benoni, Potchefstroom, and Kimberley, which were part of the 2003 event. The selection process prioritized facilities and infrastructures that can best accommodate the expected inflow of international fans and media.

The tournament is scheduled to be held in October-November 2027, as the hosting countries are expected to showcase their vibrant culture and hospitality.

The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, has a capacity of approximately 30,000 spectators. It hosted the finals of the 2003 World Cup, the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup, and a semi-final of the 2009 Champions Trophy.

Indian Sports Minister States India Should Not Travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025
Newlands, Cape Town, has hosted over 60 Test matches and was the setting for the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup final and the semi-final of the 2007 T20 World Cup.

SuperSport Park, Centurion, was the venue for the 2009 Champions Trophy final, while the Kingsmead, Durban, was the semi-final venue for both the 2003 World Cup and the 2007 T20 World Cup.

Source: Pro Pakistani

 

[Cricket Warrior]

South Africa will always remain the ideal host for cricket World Cups.

Small grounds and quick pitches make the game so lively.

 

[U$ofA]

South Africa will always remain the ideal host for cricket World Cups.

Small grounds and quick pitches make the game so lively.

Not to mention time zone friendly for India so broadcasters can make their money back on what they are paying the ICC.

 

[BouncerGuy]

South Africa is a great venue for cricket. I like England as well but Rain play spoil party too often there so might not be suitable for such event.

 

[Major]

England and South Africa.

Australia is good if teams learned how to play there and plus the cameras were placed down and not so high up.

Sri Lanka has to be the most boring.

 

[Statpadder Inc]

Great to see South Africa host this, I still have fond memories of the 2003 and 2007 wcs that they hosted.

Great, diverse crowds with wonderful stadiums and nice pitches.

They should host more tournaments

 

[Sunny_majoka]

England and South Africa.

Australia is good if teams learned how to play there and plus the cameras were placed down and not so high up.

Sri Lanka has to be the most boring.

West Indies is the most boring than all

 

[mominsaigol]

England and South Africa.

Australia is good if teams learned how to play there and plus the cameras were placed down and not so high up.

Sri Lanka has to be the most boring.

England will be rainy although not as rainy as Sri lanka.

Australia is the best due to weather, SA could be inteesting as well.

 

[Major]

West Indies is the most boring than all

Sri Lanka takes the cake for most boring. West Indies is also boring, but there night games do have some mahool.

Sri Lanka is soo hot and sticky with some guy playing the trumpet.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

From a purely selfish pov I'd like it to be in the UK. Of course it has benefits like lots of ex-pats from each country already living here and generally decent pitches.

The major downside is the rain although summers have now been a bit hotter and dryer than previous years.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

It's already decided that SA is going to be the host.

And it'll be a fascinating event. Great to have SA host an ICC tournament after 18 years

 

[mominsaigol]

I want it to be Australia so that I may watch a babar and rizwan comedy. Ik it's sa but nothing beats bounce season.

 

[Major]

From a purely selfish pov I'd like it to be in the UK. Of course it has benefits like lots of ex-pats from each country already living here and generally decent pitches.

The major downside is the rain although summers have now been a bit hotter and dryer than previous years.

do english stadiums provide those bluetooth sets to listen to live commentary in the ground for limited overs? And is this service provided in other countries?

 

[U$ofA]

England and South Africa.

Australia is good if teams learned how to play there and plus the cameras were placed down and not so high up.

Sri Lanka has to be the most boring.

England will be rainy although not as rainy as Sri lanka.

Australia is the best due to weather, SA could be inteesting as well.

Eng and SA are great venues. SA more so because of the weather consistency.

Aus not so much. This is more to do with unfriendly time zone than with the venue.

The broadcasters have to make money and the best places to do that outside India are Eng and SA.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

do english stadiums provide those bluetooth sets to listen to live commentary in the ground for limited overs? And is this service provided in other countries?

Yeah. I've never used them before so not sure if they are radio or Bluetooth but have seen people with them plugged in.

 

[mominsaigol]

Eng and SA are great venues. SA more so because of the weather consistency.

Aus not so much. This is more to do with unfriendly time zone than with the venue.

The broadcasters have to make money and the best places to do that outside India are Eng and SA.

Unfriendly time zones ain't an issue for me

 

[TeymurBlake]

Like many posters, I would also like South Africa host the tournament. Maybe more tournaments in South Africa. Great stadiums, good support from the fans.

 

[PakEngFan]

I want it to be Australia so that I may watch a babar and rizwan comedy. Ik it's sa but nothing beats bounce season.

Babar averages over 50 in Australia. It's be tears for you.

 

[mominsaigol]

Babar averages over 50 in Australia. It's be tears for you.

Just like he averaged 17 in Australia for a t20 wc?

 

[U$ofA]

Great to see South Africa host this, I still have fond memories of the 2003 and 2007 wcs that they hosted.

Great, diverse crowds with wonderful stadiums and nice pitches.

They should host more tournaments

Actually, SA stadiums are not good. Almost run down. Not a great spectator experience. That is the one down side. Otherwise a great geographical location that is friendly to most time zones.

Unfriendly time zones ain't an issue for me

Neither is it for me. But it is for the broadcasters. They have to make money. If they don't, it affects the ICC revenues. Which in turn affects the boards heavily dependent on handouts from ICC events. So it is a big deal when look at the big picture.

 

[RKhan_Cricket]

Just like he averaged 17 in Australia for a t20 wc?

Bro doesn't understand difference between t20 and odi happens when you are bound by hatred.

 

[RKhan_Cricket]

Or may be bro is still celebrating potw.

 

[Cricket Warrior]

Like many posters, I would also like South Africa host the tournament. Maybe more tournaments in South Africa. Great stadiums, good support from the fans.

Most importantly south african wickets provide equal opportunities for both bowlers and batters. I always enjoy watching matches held in South Africa.

 

[hassan918]

Most importantly south african wickets provide equal opportunities for both bowlers and batters. I always enjoy watching matches held in South Africa.

Yes, we should expect high scoring matches in South Africa but it won't be the same in Zimbabwe and Namibia.

 

[mominsaigol]

Bro doesn't understand difference between t20 and odi happens when you are bound by hatred.

Ik the difference.

Next time ask pakengfan to clarify which format we're discussing. It's t20 season atm

 

[BouncerGuy]

South africa does have some small grounds there as well. 2027 is going to be pretty exciting because it has got something in it both bowlers and batters.

 

[ahmadharis1]

Hopefully the T20 world cup this summer goes well so the USA can host more tournaments and I can watch matches in person

 

[PakEngFan]

Just like he averaged 17 in Australia for a t20 wc?

We are talking about odis. Don't take the average of 17 in the WC literally in all formats. The irony lol.

 

[PakEngFan]

Ik the difference.

Next time ask pakengfan to clarify which format we're discussing. It's t20 season atm

Yes like last time I went to toddlers level for you and that didn't help. Let me know what else I can do to help.

 

[mominsaigol]

We are talking about odis. Don't take the average of 17 in the WC literally in all formats. The irony lol.

You said he averages over 50 in Australia, please highlight when you claimed you were talking about odi only?

 

[PakEngFan]

You said he averages over 50 in Australia, please highlight when you claimed you were talking about odi only?

But you came to a conclusion of 17 in the WC. Why did you assume that when I mentioned 50. Not hard to understand.

 

[mominsaigol]

But you came to a conclusion of 17 in the WC. Why did you assume that when I mentioned 50. Not hard to understand.

Because a t20 world cup is around the corner, we are playing a t20 series atm and everyone in this planet is talking about t20.

 

[PakEngFan]

Because a t20 world cup is around the corner, we are playing a t20 series atm and everyone in this planet is talking about t20.

Did he average 50 in the world cup?