Afghanistan qualify for 2027 ODI World Cup with win over Ireland

Afghanistan secured their spot at the 2027 ODI World Cup with a three-wicket win over Ireland in the third ODI at Bready on Wednesday. Rashid Khan took 3 for 44 and stayed not out on 37 as they chased down the target. The result gives them direct entry among the ten teams already confirmed for the twelve-team tournament across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The final two places go through a ten-team qualifier and a three-team Super Series.