The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to be the tournament’s biggest edition to date, demonstrating the tremendous expansion of women’s cricket on a worldwide scale.
The competition, which will take place in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5, 2026, will be the first time the event has returned to English soil since 2009. The final will be held at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London.
The rise from 10 to 12 teams is a significant highlight of this season, reflecting women’s cricket’s growing competition and popularity throughout the world. Lord’s, The Oval, Edgbaston, Old Trafford, Headingley, the Rose Bowl, and the Bristol County Ground will host 33 matches in all.
Australia, England, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, the West Indies, Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands are the 12 teams that will compete. Notably, the Netherlands qualified for the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time in history. New Zealand, the defending champions, will be seeking to maintain their championship from the previous tournament.
The contest will begin with hosts England against Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, while one of the most anticipated matches will be India’s clash with Pakistan on June 14. The competition will be divided into group stages, followed by knockout rounds, culminating in a final at Lord’s on July 5.
Beyond the on-field action, the 2026 edition is likely to play an important role in raising the worldwide profile of women’s cricket. The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises to be a watershed moment for the sport, as well as a celebration of the world’s greatest female cricketers, thanks to more participation, larger stadiums, and rising economic interest.
Where to watch:
Viewers can catch all the live action on the Star Sports Network, and all matches will also be streamed on JioHotstar.
