The full fixture list for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced, with hosts England set to open the tournament against Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June. For the first time, 12 teams will compete for the trophy, making this edition the biggest in the tournament’s history.
Group 1 features heavyweights such as Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, and two teams that will qualify through the Global Qualifier. Group 2 includes hosts England, defending champions New Zealand, Sri Lanka, West Indies, and two more qualifier teams. India will begin their campaign on 14 June against Pakistan at Edgbaston.
Matches will be played across iconic venues including Edgbaston, Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford, The Oval, Bristol County Ground, and the historic Lord’s. The top two teams from each group will progress to the semi-finals, which are scheduled to be held at The Oval on 30 June and 2 July. The final will take place at Lord’s on 5 July.
“I can’t wait to be a part of it.” – England Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt expressed her excitement, saying, “World Cups are always special, but this one already feels different – it has the potential to be truly game-changing.” She added, “It’s going to be a huge moment for our sport and a brilliant opportunity to inspire young people and captivate fans across the country. Playing on home soil, for the biggest prize, against the best players in the world, it’s going to be unmissable. I can’t wait to be a part of it.”
Tournament Director Beth Barrett-Wild also shared her thoughts, stating, “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup provides us with an unparalleled opportunity to transform a month of sporting excellence into a movement that will rewrite the narrative about women’s cricket.”
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