ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule: Complete Match List, Dates, Venues & Key Details

ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
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ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule: The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place in England from June 12 to July 5, 2026, bringing together the world’s top women’s cricket teams for nearly a month of competitive action.

The tournament opens with England vs Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, while the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash is scheduled for June 14 at the same venue. A total of 33 matches will be played across seven venues.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Key Details

  • Start Date: June 12, 2026
  • Final: July 5, 2026
  • Host Nation: England
  • Total Matches: 33
  • Number of Teams: 12
  • Defending Champions: New Zealand

Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Full Schedule (IST)

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
June 12England vs Sri LankaEdgbaston11:00 PM
June 13Scotland vs IrelandOld Trafford3:00 PM
June 13Australia vs South AfricaOld Trafford7:00 PM
June 13West Indies vs New ZealandHampshire Bowl11:00 PM
June 14Bangladesh vs NetherlandsEdgbaston3:00 PM
June 14India vs PakistanEdgbaston7:00 PM
June 16New Zealand vs Sri LankaHampshire Bowl7:00 PM
June 16England vs IrelandHampshire Bowl11:00 PM
June 17Australia vs BangladeshHeadingley3:00 PM
June 17India vs NetherlandsHeadingley7:00 PM
June 17South Africa vs PakistanEdgbaston11:00 PM
June 18West Indies vs ScotlandHeadingley11:00 PM
June 19New Zealand vs IrelandHampshire Bowl11:00 PM
June 20Australia vs NetherlandsHampshire Bowl3:00 PM
June 20Pakistan vs BangladeshHampshire Bowl7:00 PM
June 20England vs ScotlandHeadingley11:00 PM
June 21West Indies vs Sri LankaBristol County Ground3:00 PM
June 21South Africa vs IndiaOld Trafford7:00 PM
June 23New Zealand vs ScotlandBristol County Ground3:00 PM
June 23Sri Lanka vs IrelandBristol County Ground7:00 PM
June 23Australia vs PakistanHeadingley11:00 PM
June 24England vs West IndiesLord’s11:00 PM
June 25India vs BangladeshOld Trafford7:00 PM
June 25South Africa vs NetherlandsBristol County Ground11:00 PM
June 26Sri Lanka vs ScotlandOld Trafford11:00 PM
June 27Pakistan vs NetherlandsBristol County Ground3:00 PM
June 27West Indies vs IrelandBristol County Ground7:00 PM
June 27England vs New ZealandThe Oval11:00 PM
June 28South Africa vs BangladeshLord’s3:00 PM
June 28Australia vs IndiaLord’s7:00 PM
June 30Semi-Final 1The Oval7:00 PM
July 2Semi-Final 2The Oval11:00 PM
July 5FinalLord’s7:00 PM

Teams and Groups

Group 1

Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Netherlands

Group 2

West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Scotland, Ireland

Bangladesh, Netherlands, Scotland, and Ireland qualified through the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers.

Tournament Format

The competition follows a round-robin and knockout format:

  • Each team plays once against every other team in its group
  • The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals
  • Semi-final matchups:
    • Group 1 winner vs Group 2 runner-up
    • Group 2 winner vs Group 1 runner-up
  • The winners of the semi-finals face off in the final on July 5

Venues for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

The tournament will be played across seven major cricket venues in England:

  • Lord’s Cricket Ground, London (Final)
  • The Oval, London (Semi-finals)
  • Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester
  • Edgbaston, Birmingham
  • Headingley, Leeds
  • Hampshire Bowl, Southampton
  • Bristol County Ground

Teams to Watch

Australia remains the most successful side in the history of the Women’s T20 World Cup, having won six titles. New Zealand enters the tournament as the defending champion. England, playing at home, will look to capitalize on familiar conditions, while India continues to be a strong contender with a well-balanced squad.

FAQs

1. When will the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 start?

The tournament begins on June 12, 2026, with England facing Sri Lanka.

2. Where will the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final be held?

The final will be played at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on July 5, 2026.

3. How many teams are participating in the tournament?

A total of 12 teams will compete in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

4. When is the India vs Pakistan match scheduled?

The India vs Pakistan match will take place on June 14, 2026, at Edgbaston.

5. What is the format of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?

The tournament features a group stage followed by semi-finals and a final. The top two teams from each group qualify for the knockout stage.

Final Thoughts

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to be one of the most competitive editions of the tournament. With top teams, iconic venues, and a packed schedule, it offers fans a complete cricketing experience over 24 days.

Keeping track of the schedule and key fixtures will help you stay updated throughout the tournament.

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