England avoid Australia & India in World Cup draw

England have avoided defending champions Australia and top-ranked India in the group stage for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Harry Brook's side are placed alongside co-hosts South Africa, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and a qualifier. England's group campaign will begin on October 8 against Bangladesh in Windhoek, Namibia.

The tournament features India, Pakistan, and Australia in the other group, opening with a 2023 final rematch between India and Australia on October 7. England will also visit Harare, Zimbabwe, on October 20 to play a qualifier, marking their first match in the country since 2004.