The countdown for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has officially begun, and cricket fans around the world are already excited for one of the biggest tournaments in women’s cricket history. The tournament will be hosted in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5, 2026, featuring 12 teams competing across seven iconic venues.
This edition will be the largest Women’s T20 World Cup ever, with more teams, more matches, and bigger rivalries — including the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
The tournament will begin on June 12, 2026, with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The final will be played at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on July 5, 2026.
Host Countries
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be hosted by:
- England
- Wales
This will be the first time since 2009 that England hosts the Women’s T20 World Cup.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Venues
The tournament matches will be played across seven world-class cricket stadiums in England and Wales.
- Lord’s Cricket Ground
- Edgbaston
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- Headingley
- The Oval
- Hampshire Bowl
- Bristol County Ground
Lord’s will host the grand final, while The Oval will host the semi-finals.
Teams Qualified for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
A total of 12 teams will participate in the tournament.
Qualified Teams
- India Women’s National Cricket Team
- Australia Women’s National Cricket Team
- England Women’s National Cricket Team
- Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team
- New Zealand Women’s National Cricket Team
- South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team
- Sri Lanka Women’s National Cricket Team
- West Indies Women’s National Cricket Team
- Bangladesh Women’s National Cricket Team
- Ireland Women’s National Cricket Team
- Scotland Women’s National Cricket Team
- Netherlands Women’s National Cricket Team
The Netherlands qualified for the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time in history.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
- June 12, Friday: England vs Sri Lanka (Edgbaston) – 11:00 PM
- June 13, Saturday: Scotland vs Ireland (Old Trafford) – 3:00 PM
- June 13, Saturday: Australia vs South Africa (Old Trafford) – 7:00 PM
- June 13, Saturday: West Indies vs New Zealand (Hampshire Bowl) – 11:00 PM
- June 14, Sunday: Bangladesh vs Netherlands (Edgbaston) – 3:00 PM
- June 14, Sunday: India vs Pakistan (Edgbaston) – 7:00 PM
- June 16, Tuesday: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka (Hampshire Bowl) – 7:00 PM
- June 16, Tuesday: England vs Ireland (Hampshire Bowl) – 11:00 PM
- June 17, Wednesday: Australia vs Bangladesh (Headingley) – 3:00 PM
- June 17, Wednesday: India vs Netherlands (Headingley) – 7:00 PM
- June 17, Wednesday: South Africa vs Pakistan (Edgbaston) – 11:00 PM
- June 18, Thursday: West Indies vs Scotland (Headingley) – 11:00 PM
- June 19, Friday: New Zealand vs Ireland (Hampshire Bowl) – 11:00 PM
- June 20, Saturday: Australia vs Netherlands (Hampshire Bowl) – 3:00 PM
- June 20, Saturday: Pakistan vs Bangladesh (Hampshire Bowl) – 7:00 PM
- June 20, Saturday: England vs Scotland (Headingley) – 11:00 PM
- June 21, Sunday: West Indies vs Sri Lanka (Bristol County Ground) – 3:00 PM
- June 21, Sunday: South Africa vs India (Old Trafford) – 7:00 PM
- June 23, Tuesday: New Zealand vs Scotland (Bristol County Ground) – 3:00 PM
- June 23, Tuesday: Sri Lanka vs Ireland (Bristol County Ground) – 7:00 PM
- June 23, Tuesday: Australia vs Pakistan (Headingley) – 11:00 PM
- June 24, Wednesday: England vs West Indies (Lord’s) – 11:00 PM
- June 25, Thursday: India vs Bangladesh (Old Trafford) – 7:00 PM
- June 25, Thursday: South Africa vs Netherlands (Bristol County Ground) – 11:00 PM
- June 26, Friday: Sri Lanka vs Scotland (Old Trafford) – 11:00 PM
- June 27, Saturday: Pakistan vs Netherlands (Bristol County Ground) – 3:00 PM
- June 27, Saturday: West Indies vs Ireland (Bristol County Ground) – 7:00 PM
- June 27, Saturday: England vs New Zealand (The Oval) – 11:00 PM
- June 28, Sunday: South Africa vs Bangladesh (Lord’s) – 3:00 PM
- June 28, Sunday: Australia vs India (Lord’s) – 7:00 PM
- June 30, Tuesday: Semi Final 1 (The Oval) – 7:00 PM
- July 2, Thursday: Semi Final 2 (The Oval) – 11:00 PM
- July 5, Sunday: Final (Lord’s) – 7:00 PM
Tournament Format
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will feature:
- 12 teams
- 33 matches
- Group stage and knockout rounds
- Two semi-finals
- One final
The top teams from each group will qualify for the knockout stage.
Why ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Will Be Special
This tournament is expected to become one of the biggest milestones in women’s cricket. With sold-out stadiums, massive global viewership, and rising popularity of women’s cricket, the ICC aims to take the sport to another level.
The India vs Pakistan match, the expanded 12-team format, and the final at Lord’s are expected to attract millions of viewers worldwide.
Conclusion
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises thrilling cricket action, iconic rivalries, and unforgettable moments. From England’s opening match to the grand finale at Lord’s, fans can expect nonstop excitement throughout the tournament.
With top teams like India, Australia, England, and New Zealand battling for the trophy, the road to becoming world champions will be tougher than ever.
