England avoid Australia and India in 2027 World Cup group stage

England will avoid rivals Australia and India in the group stage of the 2027 Men's Cricket World Cup following the release of the official tournament fixtures. Placed in Group B, England will compete alongside South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and a qualifier across co-host nations South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

Harry Brook's England side open their schedule against Bangladesh in Windhoek, Namibia, on October 8. Group A features defending champions Australia, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and a qualifier, highlighted by an India versus Pakistan matchup in Johannesburg on October 10. The tournament final is scheduled for November 21 at the Wanderers.