Now New Zealand are in the World Cup, while New Caledonia will be hoping to cause a few almighty upsets to join them. First round (Sept. 6-9, 2024): Four teams play two semifinals, one final in Apia, ...

BBC Sport looks at who has booked a place at the 2026 World Cup already, and how qualifying works around the world.

October 10, 2023 Malhar Hathi Aryan Dutt of Netherlands celebrates the wicket of Tom Latham of New Zealand . Photo: ICC/Getty Images New Zealand 322 for 7 (Young 70, Latham 53, van der Merwe 2-56) ...