New Delhi, Aug. 5 -- The 2027 ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held from February 22 to March 23 next year, Cricinfo reported.

While the ICC has finalised the tournament dates, the host venue is yet to be confirmed. Under the revamped qualification structure for the 2027 World Cup, unveiled by the ICC in July, the winner of the 10-team Qualifier will secure a direct place in the 14-team World Cup group stage.

The teams finishing second, third and fourth in the Qualifier will advance to the tournament's opening phase, known as the Super Series. They will compete for the remaining spot in the 12-team main stage, with only the top-ranked side progressing.

The 2027 ODI World Cup will be played across 12 venues in South Africa, Zimbabwe and ...