India to face Pakistan in 2027 ODI World Cup group stage on October 10

India will face Pakistan at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on October 10 in the 2027 ODI World Cup. It's the first Group A fixture for both sides, alongside Australia, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Qualifier A. India start against Australia on October 7 in Cape Town, then meet Afghanistan on October 14 in Tshwane and Zimbabwe on October 24 in Victoria Falls. The top three teams from each group, plus the best fourth-placed side, move into the Super 7. The final is set for November 21 at the same Johannesburg ground.