Oman qualified for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2027 despite losing to the UAE by 42 runs in Dubai. They edged Namibia on net run rate to secure a place in the 10-team Global Qualifier alongside USA, Scotland and Netherlands
ICC Chairman Jay Shah said the unveiling of the host cities and tournament brand marks the beginning of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 journey. He described the tournament's return to Africa after 24 years as a landmark moment for global cricket.