The ICC announced the schedule for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting on June 12 with England facing Sri Lanka in the opening match. The final is set for July 5 at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The tournament lineup includes defending champions New Zealand, past winners like England and West Indies, and qualifiers Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands.
Twelve teams will participate in the tournament, divided into two groups. India, placed in Group A, will compete against Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Netherlands. The event aims to boost women’s cricket globally, with ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta emphasizing the organization’s commitment to enhancing the sport’s visibility and appeal.
The Women’s T20 World Cup has seen India reach the semi-finals multiple times but never clinch the title. The upcoming tournament presents another opportunity for India to strive for victory. The groups for the 2026 event are set, with Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Netherlands in Group 1, and West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Ireland, and Scotland in Group 2.
