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Revealed: Have Pakistan Qualified For ODI World Cup 2027 After South Africa Whitewash?

Jatin∙ Updated: Dec 23 2024, 7:24 PM

Pakistan whitewashed South Africa 3-0 [Source: AP Photos]Pakistan whitewashed South Africa 3-0 [Source: AP Photos]

Pakistan cricket is flying high, and why wouldn’t they? They pulled off a historic 3-0 ODI whitewash against South Africa in their own backyard on Sunday.

This is the first time anyone has done that to the Proteas at home. But the question on everyone’s mind is, has this big win sealed Pakistan’s spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup? Let’s break it down.

How The Whitewash Went Down?

In Paarl, Pakistan started strong, chasing 240 after South Africa posted 239. Saim Ayub’s brilliant 109 and Salman Ali Agha’s unbeaten 82 led a game-changing 141-run partnership, sealing the win with three balls to spare. Earlier, Agha also took 4 wickets to restrict the Proteas, despite Klaasen’s gritty 86.

In Cape Town, Pakistan piled on 330, with Rizwan (80), Babar (73), and Kamran Ghulam’s attacking 63 off 32 balls leading the charge. Shaheen Afridi (4/47) and Naseem Shah (3/37) bowled out South Africa for 248, securing an 81-run win and the series.

Johannesburg saw Saim Ayub shine again with a classy 101, supported by fifties from Babar and Rizwan. Debutant Sufiyan Muqeem’s 4 for 52 dismantled the Proteas, despite Klaasen’s explosive 81. Pakistan clinched the final match by 36 runs (DLS), completing the historic 3-0 whitewash.


What This Win Means For Pakistan’s 2027 WC Qualification?

Here’s the big news: Pakistan’s clean sweep has boosted them to third place in the ICC ODI rankings. They now have 3869 points from 35 matches and a rating of 111. This means Pakistan has officially secured their spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The qualification process is pretty straightforward. The top eight teams in the ICC rankings, along with the hosts, get automatic entry. With their current ranking, Pakistan is safely in that top group. So yes, the Men in Green are heading to the 2027 World Cup.

Pakistan’s Unstoppable Form

This isn’t just a one-off series win. Pakistan has now won five consecutive bilateral ODI series. They’re ticking all the boxes with bat and ball, and players like Saim Ayub, Shaheen Afridi, and Babar Azam are leading the charge.

Fans are buzzing about Saim Ayub’s rise. Two centuries in three games against South Africa. That’s making a statement. And let’s not forget the bowlers. Shaheen, Naseem, and now Sufiyan Muqeem are making life tough for every opposition.

What’s Next For The Men in Green?

With the World Cup spot locked in, Pakistan can now focus on fine-tuning their squad. This team looks solid, but there’s always room for improvement. If they keep playing like this, they’ll be serious contenders to win Champions Trophy 2025 & the 2027 ODI World Cup.