Australia have named a dynamic and power-packed 15-man squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, to be staged across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. With a renewed focus on aggressive batting and high-velocity pace bowling, the five-time champions enter the tournament looking to reclaim ODI supremacy under the leadership of Pat Cummins.
Travis Head, fresh off a dominant year with the bat, has been appointed vice-captain and will be a key pillar at the top of the order. The squad reflects a clear transition in Australian cricket, blending hardened experience with rising firepower — an evolution shaped by both form and generational change.
One of the most significant developments ahead of this World Cup is the retirement of veteran seamer Josh Hazlewood from ODI cricket. His absence marks the end of an era, but also signals the beginning of a new pace frontier, with Lance Morris and Sean Abbott joining the seasoned Mitchell Starc and Cummins to form a formidable pace quartet suited to southern African conditions.
The batting unit sees Jake Fraser-McGurk, one of the most explosive young openers in world cricket, make his World Cup debut. He will partner Travis Head at the top, while Marnus Labuschagne continues to anchor the middle order. Tim David brings finishing power, and Cameron Green adds depth as a seam-bowling all-rounder. The squad also boasts multi-dimensional options in Matt Short and Marcus Stoinis, enhancing flexibility across both batting and bowling departments.
In the spin department, Adam Zampa remains Australia’s go-to leg-spinner, backed by the exciting young leggie Tanveer Sangha, who has impressed selectors with his control and temperament.
Behind the stumps, Josh Inglis and Alex Carey will share wicketkeeping duties, providing options in team balance depending on conditions.
With a strong blend of experience, youthful energy, and tactical versatility, Australia’s 2027 squad looks built not just to compete, but to contend fiercely for a sixth World Cup crown.
Captain: Pat Cummins Vice-Captain: Travis Head
Main Squad (15 Players)
Batters
- Travis Head (VC) – Opener
- Jake Fraser-McGurk – Opener / Aggressive
- Marnus Labuschagne – Top-order Anchor
- Tim David – Middle-order Finisher
Wicketkeeper-Batsmen
- Josh Inglis
- Alex Carey
All-Rounders
- Cameron Green – Batting All-rounder / Seam
- Marcus Stoinis – Batting All-rounder / Seam
- Matt Short – Top-order / Off-spin
Haha, exactly! Stoinis just feels like the kind of player who’d sneak back into the frame before a big tournament.
As for Abbott—completely agree Ellis is the more exciting long-term option, but CA have historically backed experience over upside. Tried to reflect that in the squad realism.
Zimbabwe Name 2027 World Cup Squad; Ryan Burl to Lead Young, Evolving Side
Zimbabwe have announced their 15-man squad for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, signaling a generational shift with Ryan Burl appointed as captain. With veterans like Sikandar Raza and Craig Ervine having retired, the squad reflects a fresh, youth-driven approach backed by a few experienced campaigners.
Burl, a consistent performer with both bat and ball, takes on the leadership mantle with fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani serving as vice-captain. The squad includes a promising top order, a balanced all-round core, and a spin-heavy bowling unit tailored for Southern African conditions.
The seam attack will be spearheaded by Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Brad Evans, while the spin duties will be handled by Brandon Mavuta, Tapiwa Mufudza, and Burl himself. Wicketkeeper Clive Madande is expected to anchor the middle order, while the likes of Milton Shumba, Innocent Kaia, and Dion Myers form the batting core.
Captain: Ryan Burl Vice-Captain: Blessing Muzarabani
Fast Bowlers
- Blessing Muzarabani (VC) – Right-arm Fast
- Richard Ngarava – Left-arm Fast
- Brad Evans – Right-arm Fast
- Victor Nyauchi – Right-arm Fast
Pakistan have officially confirmed their 15-member squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, with Mohammad Rizwan continuing as captain and Salman Agha appointed as vice-captain. The decision reflects a vote of confidence in Rizwan’s leadership, which has guided Pakistan through recent years with stability and purpose.
The squad showcases a mix of experienced campaigners and exciting new talents. Babar Azam, though no longer part of the leadership structure, remains the batting mainstay. The presence of Shaheen Shah Afridi and Shadab Khan ensures experience in both pace and spin departments, while younger stars like Saim Ayub and Mohammad Haris bring attacking flair to the batting order.
One of the notable selections is that of Sufiyan Muqeem, a rising left-arm wrist spinner who has impressed in recent domestic and franchise cricket. His inclusion alongside Abrar Ahmed gives Pakistan a versatile spin unit, crucial for conditions in Zimbabwe and Namibia—co-hosts of this year’s World Cup along with South Africa.
Khushdil Shah returns to bolster the all-round options, adding power-hitting depth in the middle order. The squad’s balance reflects a clear strategy by the selectors to combine match-winning experience with fearless youth.
With Rizwan at the helm and Salman Agha supporting him, Pakistan enter the 2027 World Cup with a solid leadership duo and high hopes of ending their long wait for a second ODI title. The team’s depth, versatility, and hunger make them one of the contenders to watch in this year’s tournament.
Captain: Mohammad Rizwan Vice-Captain: Salman Agha
Main Squad (15 Players)
Batters
- Babar Azam – Top-order
- Saim Ayub – Opener
- Fakhar Zaman – Opener
- Mohammad Haris – Aggressive Middle-order / Wicketkeeper option
Wicketkeeper
- Mohammad Rizwan (C) – Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Zimbabwe have announced their 15-man squad for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, signaling a generational shift with Ryan Burl appointed as captain. With veterans like Sikandar Raza and Craig Ervine having retired, the squad reflects a fresh, youth-driven approach backed by a few experienced campaigners.
Burl, a consistent performer with both bat and ball, takes on the leadership mantle with fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani serving as vice-captain. The squad includes a promising top order, a balanced all-round core, and a spin-heavy bowling unit tailored for Southern African conditions.
The seam attack will be spearheaded by Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Brad Evans, while the spin duties will be handled by Brandon Mavuta, Tapiwa Mufudza, and Burl himself. Wicketkeeper Clive Madande is expected to anchor the middle order, while the likes of Milton Shumba, Innocent Kaia, and Dion Myers form the batting core.
Captain: Ryan Burl Vice-Captain: Blessing Muzarabani
Fast Bowlers
- Blessing Muzarabani (VC) – Right-arm Fast
- Richard Ngarava – Left-arm Fast
- Brad Evans – Right-arm Fast
- Victor Nyauchi – Right-arm Fast
Thanks for all the feedback — much obliged!
Selection Logic: These squads are for the long-read alternative universe series that revolves around the 2027 ICC World Cup. The picks aren’t random — they’re based on player trajectories, projections and a little narrative creativity.
Retirements such as Hazlewood,Raza and Ervine are taken as read. Stoinis is thought to have had a fleeting cameo, maybe in a bilateral series sometime in 2026.
Selecting Abbott ahead of Ellis or recalling Roy are perhaps examples that selectors like to go with familiar names — for good or for ill. A fusion of logistics and narrative, not just stats.This project walks a line between realism and poetic license — not everyone will like every call, and that’s the joy of it.
West Indies Confirm 2027 World Cup Line-up; Hope to Captain Confident, Fresh-Looking Unit
West Indies have named experienced wicketkeeper-batsman Shai Hope as captain of their 15-man squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. As vice-captain, he will have the flamboyant Rovman Powell beside him, and a relationship that could produce a good-cop, bad-cop combination of leadership. Entire burden for wicket-keeping and leadership is now entrusted upon Hope, with Nicholas Pooran having retired from international cricket.
The squad combines veterans with some promising talents in both batting and bowling categories.
Featuring a dominant fast-bowling unit, multi-skilled all-rounders, and a balanced lineup of spinners, this West Indies team is perfectly geared up for the fast and dry tracks of Southern Africa. Fusing unrefined skill with blossoming form, the Caribbean side not only possess the firepower but also the unpredictability to turn out as the surprise package at the 2027 World Cup.
Bangladesh Name 2027 World Cup Squad; Shanto to Lead Evolving Side
Bangladesh have finalized their squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, with Najmul Hossain Shanto leading the side and Mehidy Hasan Miraz appointed as vice-captain. The selection reflects the Tigers’ commitment to continuity and development, blending core experience with emerging talent.
Litton Das, a mainstay at the top, brings both class and stability, supported by top-order batters Zakir Hasan, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, and Tanzid Hasan. The middle order features the attacking flair of Towhid Hridoy, while Jaker Ali has been chosen as power hitter.
The all-round department is headlined by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, with Mahedi Hasan and Afif Hossain offering further flexibility in Southern African conditions. Rishad Hossain is set to play a key role with his leg-spin, adding variety to the bowling unit.
Bangladesh’s pace attack features the experienced trio of Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Shoriful Islam, with Hasan Mahmud rounding out a strong seam lineup.
Nasum Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, and Mohammad Naim have been named as traveling reserves, ensuring strong backup options across all departments.
Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto Vice-Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Main Squad (15 Players)
Batters
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (C) – Top-order Batter
- Mahmudul Hasan Joy – Top-order Batter
- Towhid Hridoy – Middle-order Batter
- Tanzid Hasan – Opener
- Zakir Hasan – Top-order Batter
Wicketkeepers
- Jaker Ali – Wicketkeeper-Batsman
- Litton Das – Opener / Wicketkeeper
Fast Bowlers
- Taskin Ahmed – Right-arm Fast
- Shoriful Islam – Left-arm Fast-Medium
- Mustafizur Rahman – Left-arm Fast-Medium
- Hasan Mahmud – Right-arm Medium-Fast
Travelling Reserves
- Nasum Ahmed – Left-arm Orthodox Spinner
- Ebadot Hossain – Right-arm Fast Bowler
- Mohammad Naim – Opener
SRI-LANKA Finalize 2027 World Cup Squad; Asalanka to Lead, Hasaranga Named Vice-Captain
Sri Lanka has announced a well-rounded 15-member squad for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia under Charith Asalanka as captain. His deputy, all-rounder and match-winner Wanindu Hasaranga is still there.
The batting is a mix of aggression and technique with Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, and Janith Liyanage. Kusal Mendis continues to keep wickets as Nishan Madushka is named stand-by
.Depth comes in the form of allrounders including Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Ramesh Mendis, and Asalanka, while the pace is tailor-made for African conditions – with the likes of Dilshan Madushanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Lahiru Kumara, and Kasun Rajitha. Maheesh Theekshana provides a spin threat.
Fast Bowlers
- Dilshan Madushanka – Left-arm Fast
- Matheesha Pathirana – Right-arm Fast (Death Overs)
- Lahiru Kumara – Right-arm Fast
- Kasun Rajitha – Right-arm Medium Fast
Namibia Gears Up for 2027 Cricket World Cup with Balanced Squad
Namibia has announced a formidable 15-man squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 which will be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia respectively. Under veteran captain Gerhard Erasmus and vice-captain JJ Smit, the side combines experience and exciting youth.
At the top, Michael van Lingen, Divan la Cock, and Nikolaas Davin will look to set the tone. In the middle, Erasmus and keeper Zane Green are expected to steady things if needed. The all-round options — Smit, Jan Frylinck, Shaun Fouché, and Dylan Leicher — give the squad flexibility.
The pace lineup features Ruben Trumpelmann, Tangeni Lungameni, Ben Shikongo, and Jack Brassell. Spin will be handled by Bernard Scholtz and Petrus Burger.
Namibia isn’t just showing up — they’re hoping to surprise a few teams.
Captain: Gerhard Erasmus Vice-Captain: JJ Smit
Main Squad (15 Players)
Batters
- Michael van Lingen – Left-hand Opener
- Divan la Cock – Aggressive Top-order Batter
- Nikolaas Davin – Right-hand Opener / Fielder
- Gerhard Erasmus (C) – Middle-order Batter
Wicketkeeper
- Zane Green – Left-hand Keeper-Batsman
Netherlands Gear Up for 2027 World Cup with Dynamic Squad
The Netherlands have named a bold 15-man squad for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, with Scott Edwards to remain as captain and wicketkeeper. With brawn and brains, the team appears set to do battle in the tough African conditions.
Vice-captain Bas de Leede will take care of the all-rounders, as the 20-year-old provides much-needed firepower with both bat and ball. Max O'Dowd, Vikramjit Singh and young opener Michael Levitt are in the top order, and the duo of Sybrand Engelbrecht and Teja Nidamanuru take care of the middle order.
All-rounders Logan van Beek and Shariz Ahmad add depth, with Aryan Dutt and Clayton Floyd covering the spin department. The pace attack includes Paul van Meekeren, Vivian Kingma, Kyle Klein, and Ryan Klein — a group familiar with quick surfaces.
Reserves include spinner Daniel Doram, pacer Brandon Glover, and batter Musa Ahmad.
With a well-rounded squad and growing World Cup experience, the Dutch are no longer just hopefuls — they’re ready to compete.
South Africa Confirm 2027 World Cup Squad; Markram to Lead Balanced Unit
South Africa have announced their 15-man squad for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, with Aiden Markram handed the responsibility of leading a side that mixes experience with fresh energy. With familiar conditions on their side, the Proteas are shaping up as serious contenders on home soil.
Kagiso Rabada will serve as vice-captain and leads a fast-bowling unit packed with variety and experience. He’ll be joined by Anrich Nortje’s raw pace, Gerald Coetzee’s growing reputation, and the dependable Lungi Ngidi — a pace quartet well-suited for African conditions and big-match scenarios.
Up top, skipper Aiden Markram is expected to open alongside the steady Temba Bavuma, while the middle order features an exciting mix of power and poise with Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, and the veteran David Miller.
The Proteas have also opted for depth behind the stumps, naming both Ryan Rickelton and Kyle Verreynne as wicketkeeping options — each offering a solid presence with the gloves and the bat.
The spin department sees the return of seasoned left-armers Keshav Maharaj and Tabraiz Shamsi, with Markram also able to offer handy part-time off-spin. All-round options Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch provide balance and depth, especially in pace-friendly conditions.
Travelling as reserves are George Linde, a dependable spin all-rounder, Pacer Kwena Maphaka, and middle-order batter David Bedingham — all strong backups should the need arise.
With a deep bowling unit, explosive hitters, and a leadership group that’s grown through the years, South Africa enter the 2027 World Cup not just with hope, but with a genuine shot at glory.
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