CSA unveils venues as South Africa set to host 44 matches at 2027 World Cup

JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Thursday announced eight venues for the highly anticipated ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027.

The announcement came during the unveiling of CSA’s Local Organising Committee (LOC), where former Minister Trevor Manuel was appointed chair to oversee preparations for the tournament.

The ICC 2027 World Cup will be co-hosted by Zimbabwe, Namibia, and South Africa, with South Africa staging a majority of the matches.

South Africa will host 44 out of 54 matches, with the remaining 10 games to be played in Zimbabwe and Namibia.

“The shortlisted venues include Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, East London, and Paarl,” CSA said in a statement.

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Following the announcement, CSA chairperson Pearl Maphoshe expressed his views on the marquee event.

“CSA’s vision is to stage a global, inspiring event which will reflect the face of South Africa — diverse, inclusive, and united,” he said.

CSA president Rihan Richards also emphasized the significance of the event.

“Twenty-four years have passed since the last ICC CWC tournament took place on African soil. This makes the 2027 CWC a sought-after opportunity to create a unique platform for attracting new fans while engaging existing fans through digital innovation, connecting with the African continent, and the world,” he said.

ICC World Cup 2027 LOC:

Independent Chair: Trevor Manuel

CSA members’ council and board appointments

Johannes Adams, President of Western Province (non-independent)

Yunus Bobat, President of Kwa-Zulu Natal (non-independent)

Vuyani Jarana, (CSA Board member – non-independent)

Ministry Appointments:

Advocate Philip October, Non-Independent Director

Unathi Matthew Tshotwana, Non-Independent Director

Independent Directors:

Herman Bosman, Independent Non-Executive Director

Nomfanelo Magwentshu, Independent Non-Executive Director

Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Independent Non-Executive Director

Ravi Naidoo, Independent Non-Executive Director

Dr Stavros Nicolaou, Independent Non-Executive Director

Advocate Karrisha Pillay SC, Independent Non-Executive Director

CSA staff:

Pholetsi Moseki CSA CEO

Refentse Shinners, CSA Public Affairs Executive

Tjaart van der Walt, CSA COO

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