FW1 vs FW2 — Cricket WC 2027 (Final)

What this countdown tracks

This countdown counts down to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 Final at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on 13 November 2027. The fixture closes the 14th edition of the 50-over World Cup and is scheduled at 14:00 South Africa Standard Time (SAST) under the Wanderers' floodlights for the late session.

Match context

The Cricket World Cup final is one of the highest-rated single events on the global cricket calendar, with the 2023 final between India and Australia in Ahmedabad drawing one of the largest cricket telecast audiences in history. The 2027 final brings the trophy to the Wanderers Stadium for the first time at a senior men's World Cup, having previously hosted the 2003 World Cup final at the New Wanderers when South Africa co-hosted with Zimbabwe and Kenya.

The Wanderers' altitude — over 1,750 metres above sea level — produces extra carry off the surface and through the air. Boundary dimensions are tight on the straight, and the venue has hosted some of the highest-scoring ODI fixtures in cricket history, including South Africa's 438-run chase against Australia in 2006. Late-spring conditions in Johannesburg can range from clear and dry to thunderstorm-prone, and rain reserves and reserve days are built into the playing-conditions document.

Both finalists will arrive after a six-match group phase, three Super Six fixtures and a semi-final. Squad fitness across that volume of cricket becomes a defining variable, particularly for fast bowlers and senior batters. The 2027 final is also the first ODI World Cup decider to be played under the playing-conditions revisions from the 2024–2027 ICC cycle.

Broadcast & viewing

Expected broadcasters include Star Sports for television and JioCinema for digital streaming in India, SuperSport in South Africa, Sky Sports in the United Kingdom and ESPN family channels across the United States and Caribbean. The ABC typically carries radio coverage in Australia. Final broadcaster line-up depends on closing arrangements ahead of the tournament's launch.

What to watch for

• Wanderers altitude and the effect on par scores
• Squad fitness after a long tournament
• Reserve-day provisions in the event of rain
• The first ODI World Cup final under the latest playing-conditions cycle
• Captaincy decisions in the powerplay and death overs
• Spin contribution at altitude
• Generational transitions in both squads following the 2025 Champions Trophy

Related events to track

Follow the Cricket WC 2027 Tournament, the opening match and the ICC final event tracker.

FAQ

When is the Cricket World Cup 2027 Final? 13 November 2027 (date confirmed; participants determined by semi-final outcomes).

What time does the World Cup 2027 Final start? 14:00 SAST is the scheduled start.

Where is the Cricket World Cup 2027 Final being played? The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.

How can I watch the Cricket World Cup 2027 Final live? Expected broadcasters include Star Sports / JioCinema in India, SuperSport in South Africa and Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.