In cricket, the ICC World Cup is one of the most anticipated events, drawing teams and fans from across the globe. The 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup was particularly special, not only because of the talented line-up of international teams but also because of the intense and competitive Qualifier Tournament that laid the groundwork for the event. This overview serves to provide an in-depth look at the dynamics of the Qualifier Tournament, the participating teams, key matches, and the ultimate journey to the World Cup.
The Qualifier Tournament is essential for teams that did not secure an automatic berth in the World Cup. For the 2019 event, the top eight teams in the ICC One Day International (ODI) rankings as of the cut-off date qualified automatically. The remaining slots were contested by lower-ranked Full Members and leading Associate Members of the ICC.
The Qualifier Tournament for the 2019 World Cup took place in Zimbabwe from March 4 to March 25, 2018. A total of 10 teams participated, broken down into two groups of five teams each, battling it out for the coveted two spots in the World Cup. The inclusion of both Full Members like the West Indies and Zimbabwe, alongside prominent Associate Members such as Ireland, Afghanistan