About this match
New Zealand vs Bangladesh is match 13 of the 2027 Cricket World Cup and a Group B fixture. It will be played on Tuesday 12 October 2027 at Buffalo Park in KuGompo City (East London), starting at 12:30 PM local time (4:00 PM IST), as a day/night match.
New Zealand are still chasing a first title, having finished runners-up in 2015 and 2019.
Bangladesh are still chasing a first World Cup title.
The top three teams in each group, plus the better fourth-placed side, reach the Super 7, so every group point matters.
New Zealand vs Bangladesh start time around the world
| Where | Start time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| KuGompo City (local) | 12:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct UTC+2 |
| India | 4:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct IST |
| Pakistan | 3:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct PKT |
| Sri Lanka | 4:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct SLST |
| Bangladesh | 4:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct BST (Dhaka) |
| Afghanistan | 3:00 PM | Tue 12 Oct AFT |
| UAE | 2:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct GST |
| UK | 11:30 AM | Tue 12 Oct BST |
| Sydney | 9:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct AEDT |
| New Zealand | 11:30 PM | Tue 12 Oct NZDT |
| New York | 6:30 AM | Tue 12 Oct EDT |
Venue: Buffalo Park
Buffalo Park is the home of cricket in the Eastern Cape coastal city recently renamed KuGompo City (formerly East London). It is a compact, friendly ground with grass banks.
Conditions: Coastal, with some help for seamers when the breeze comes off the sea.
Weather: Mild, 20–24°C, with variable coastal weather.
Full KuGompo City venue guide →
Tickets for New Zealand vs Bangladesh
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 New Zealand vs Bangladesh at the 2027 World Cup?
New Zealand vs Bangladesh is on Tuesday 12 October 2027 at Buffalo Park, KuGompo City (East London).
What time does New Zealand vs Bangladesh start in India?
It is scheduled to start at 4:00 PM IST (12:30 PM local time in South Africa).
Where can I watch New Zealand vs Bangladesh live?
See our Where to Watch guide for the broadcaster in your country. In South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, SuperSport holds ICC rights.