The 10th edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place from June to July 2026, will span 24 days and feature 33 matches across seven iconic venues – Edgbaston, the Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford, The Oval, the Bristol County Ground, and Lord’s. This edition marks the expansion of the tournament from 10 teams in previous editions to 12 teams participating in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, this time around, making it one of the biggest editions to date, where more teams will be fighting for the coveted silverware.
The complete fixture list has been released, with hosts England set to face Sri Lanka in the curtain-raiser at Edgbaston on June 12. Meanwhile, India will face Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 14 in their Women’s T20 World Cup campaign opener.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Groups
Group 1: Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Qualifier, Qualifier
Group 2: West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Qualifier, Qualifier
The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals, scheduled for June 30 and July 2 at The Oval. The grand finale is set to take place at Lord’s on July 5.
England: Hosts Set for a Homecoming Spectacle
As hosts, England will relish the opportunity to kick off the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with the tournament opener against Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12. The home side’s group stage is filled with enticing matchups, including a clash with a Qualifier side at Hampshire Bowl on June 16 and another Qualifier at Headingley on June 20.
England’s contest against the West Indies at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on June 24 is set to be a crowd-puller, while the fixture against New Zealand at The Oval on June 27 is expected to be a stern test of their championship credentials. England’s campaign is rounded out by another group match against a Qualifier team at Hampshire Bowl on June 16.
New Zealand: Defending Champions Eye Another Crown
New Zealand, the defending champions, enter the 2026 edition with a target on their backs and a challenging group stage ahead. The White Ferns open their account against the West Indies at Hampshire Bowl on June 13, followed by a crucial encounter with Sri Lanka at the same venue on June 16. Their run continues with a Qualifier at Hampshire Bowl on June 19 and another Qualifier at Bristol County Ground on June 23.
A key fixture against hosts England at The Oval on June 27 will test New Zealand’s mettle in front of a partisan crowd. The group stage wraps up with a contest against a Qualifier at Bristol County Ground on June 23. With a history of rising to big occasions, New Zealand’s fixtures promise high-quality cricket and plenty of intrigue.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (BST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 12 | England vs Sri Lanka | Edgbaston | 18:30 |
| June 13 | Qualifier vs Qualifier | Old Trafford | 10:30 |
| June 13 | Australia vs South Africa | Old Trafford | 14:30 |
| June 13 | West Indies vs New Zealand | Hampshire Bowl | 18:30 |
| June 14 | Qualifier vs Qualifier | Edgbaston | 10:30 |
| June 14 | India vs Pakistan | Edgbaston | 14:30 |
| June 16 | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka | Hampshire Bowl | 14:30 |
| June 16 | England vs Qualifier | Hampshire Bowl | 18:30 |
| June 17 | Australia vs Qualifier | Headingley | 10:30 |
| June 17 | India vs Qualifier | Headingley | 14:30 |
| June 17 | South Africa vs Pakistan | Edgbaston | 18:30 |
| June 18 | West Indies vs Qualifier | Headingley | 18:30 |
| June 19 | New Zealand vs Qualifier | Hampshire Bowl | 18:30 |
| June 20 | Australia vs Qualifier | Hampshire Bowl | 10:30 |
| June 20 | Pakistan vs Qualifier | Hampshire Bowl | 14:30 |
| June 20 | England vs Qualifier | Headingley | 18:30 |
| June 21 | West Indies vs Sri Lanka | Bristol County Ground | 10:30 |
| June 21 | South Africa vs India | Old Trafford | 14:30 |
| June 23 | New Zealand vs Qualifier | Bristol County Ground | 10:30 |
| June 23 | Sri Lanka vs Qualifier | Bristol County Ground | 14:30 |
| June 23 | Australia vs Pakistan | Headingley | 18:30 |
| June 24 | England vs West Indies | Lord’s Cricket Ground | 18:30 |
| June 25 | India vs Qualifier | Old Trafford | 14:30 |
| June 25 | South Africa vs Qualifier | Bristol County Ground | 18:30 |
| June 26 | Sri Lanka vs Qualifier | Old Trafford | 18:30 |
| June 27 | Pakistan vs Qualifier | Bristol County Ground | 10:30 |
| June 27 | West Indies vs Qualifier | Bristol County Ground | 14:30 |
| June 27 | England vs New Zealand | The Oval | 18:30 |
| June 28 | South Africa vs Qualifier | Lord’s Cricket Ground | 10:30 |
| June 28 | Australia vs India | Lord’s Cricket Ground | 14:30 |
| June 30 | TBC vs TBC (Semi Final 1) | The Oval | 14:30 |
| July 2 | TBC vs TBC (Semi Final 2) | The Oval | 18:30 |
| July 5 | TBC vs TBC (The Final) | Lord’s Cricket Ground | 14:30 |
Australia: Champions Set for Fierce Battles
Australia, the most decorated team in women’s T20 World Cup history, embark on their 2026 campaign with a blockbuster opener against South Africa at Old Trafford on June 13. The Aussies then take on a Qualifier at Headingley on June 17, followed by another Qualifier at Hampshire Bowl on June 20. Their group stage also features a high-stakes clash with Pakistan at Headingley on June 23 and a much-anticipated showdown against India at Lord’s on June 28.
Australia’s final group game is set for June 28 at Lord’s, where they will look to stamp their authority ahead of the knockout stages. With their pedigree and depth, Australia’s fixtures are guaranteed to draw attention and set the standard for excellence in the tournament.
India: A Blockbuster Campaign Awaits
India’s campaign in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to capture the imagination of fans across the globe. The Women in Blue begin their journey with a high-voltage clash against arch-rivals Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 14, a fixture that promises fireworks and sets the tone for their tournament. India’s group stage continues with a face-off against a Qualifier side at Headingley on June 17, followed by another Qualifier team at Old Trafford on June 25.
The much-anticipated showdown with South Africa is scheduled for June 21 at Old Trafford, a contest likely to be pivotal in the group standings. India’s final group game is a marquee encounter against a formidable Australian side, at Lord’s on June 28, a match that could decide the group’s pecking order and is sure to be a must-watch for cricket lovers.
South Africa: Rising Contenders with a Point to Prove
South Africa, fresh from their successive final appearance, are among the teams to watch in this edition. They begin their campaign with a tough opener against Australia at Old Trafford on June 13. The Proteas then face Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 17, before a crucial match-up with India at Old Trafford on June 21, a fixture that could define their path to the semi-finals.
South Africa’s remaining group games include contests against Qualifiers at Bristol County Ground on June 25 and Lord’s Cricket Ground on June 28. With a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent, South Africa’s fixtures are laden with opportunities to make a statement and challenge the established order in women’s cricket.
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