About this match
Australia vs Qualifier A is match 12 of the 2027 Cricket World Cup and a Group A fixture. It will be played on Tuesday 12 October 2027 at Boland Park in Paarl, starting at 10:00 AM local time (1:30 PM IST).
Australia have won the World Cup 6 times (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015, 2023).
The qualifier slot will be filled by the World Cup Qualifier winner or the Super Series winner. The Qualifier runs from 26 February to 21 March 2027, and we will update this page when the team is known.
The top three teams in each group, plus the better fourth-placed side, reach the Super 7, so every group point matters.
Australia vs Qualifier A start time around the world
| Where | Start time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Paarl (local) | 10:00 AM | Tue 12 Oct UTC+2 |
| India | 1:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct IST |
| Pakistan | 1:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct PKT |
| Sri Lanka | 1:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct SLST |
| Bangladesh | 2:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct BST (Dhaka) |
| Afghanistan | 12:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct AFT |
| UAE | 12:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct GST |
| UK | 9:00 AM | Tue 12 Oct BST |
| Sydney | 7:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct AEDT |
| New Zealand | 9:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct NZDT |
| New York | 4:00 AM | Tue 12 Oct EDT |
Venue: Boland Park
A small ground in the Cape Winelands, about an hour from Cape Town, with Paarl Mountain on the horizon. Its compact size gives it an intimate atmosphere.
Conditions: Can be hot and dry. Small boundaries reward attacking batting.
Weather: Hot inland Cape weather, often 26–30°C by November, and usually dry.
Tickets for Australia vs Qualifier A
Tickets for every 2027 World Cup match, including this one, are being allocated through the official ticket ballot, which is open until 21 November 2026. Entry is free and you can request up to four tickets per match. Read our step-by-step ticket guide, and only buy through official channels.
How to watch
Broadcasters vary by country. See our TV and live streaming guide for India, Pakistan, the UK, Australia, the USA and more.
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FAQ
When is Australia vs Qualifier A at the 2027 World Cup?
Australia vs Qualifier A is on Tuesday 12 October 2027 at Boland Park, Paarl.
What time does Australia vs Qualifier A start in India?
It is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM IST (10:00 AM local time in South Africa).
Where can I watch Australia vs Qualifier A live?
See our Where to Watch guide for the broadcaster in your country. In South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, SuperSport holds ICC rights.