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India and Pakistan to face each other three times? ICC's new WC format explained

The International Cricket Council's new format for the 2027 ODI World Cup has drawn criticism. This revised structure increases the chances of India and Pakistan meeting multiple times. Emerging nations face limited meaningful participation in the expanded tournament. The format aims to make every match more significant from the start. This change also allows for potential repeat encounters between top rivals.

15 Jul 2026 8:11 pm