The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to electrify cricket fans worldwide as the full schedule has been unveiled.
Hosted by England and Wales, the tournament will run from June 12 to July 5, featuring 33 matches across seven iconic venues.
The prestigious tournament will open with England facing Sri Lanka under the lights at Edgbaston on June 12. A highly anticipated showdown between archrivals India and Pakistan is scheduled for June 14, promising an intense battle on the field.
The competition will feature 12 teams, with eight already securing their spots, while the final four entrants will be determined through the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier next year. Reigning champion New Zealand will look to defend its title against tough contenders from across the globe.
London’s The Oval and Lord’s will host the semifinals and grand final, respectively, ensuring a fitting climax to the tournament. Other key venues include Headingley, Old Trafford, Bristol County Ground, and Hampshire Bowl, setting the stage for world-class cricket.
Tournament director Beth Barrett-Wild emphasised the significance of the event, stating, “This World Cup provides an unparalleled opportunity to elevate women’s cricket, showcasing incredible talent and driving lasting change.”
Tickets for the matches are currently available for pre-registered fans on the official tournament website, ensuring enthusiasts can witness every moment of the action live.
With fierce competition, historic rivalries, and thrilling matchups ahead, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is poised to be a spectacle that celebrates the growth and excellence of women’s cricket on a global scale.
How to buy tickets?
Tickets for pre-registered fans across all matches are currently on sale on womens.t20worldcup.com.
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
Full ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
Friday, June 12: England v Sri Lanka, Edgbaston, 18:30 BST
Saturday, June 13: Qualifier v Qualifier, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, 10:30 BST
Saturday, June 13: Australia v South Africa, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, 14:30 BST
Saturday, June 13: West Indies v New Zealand, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 BST
Sunday, June 14: Qualifier v Qualifier, Edgbaston, 10:30 BST
Sunday, June 14: India v Pakistan, Edgbaston, 14:30 BST
Tuesday, June 16: New Zealand v Sri Lanka, Hampshire Bowl, 14:30 BST
Tuesday, June 16: England v Qualifier, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 BST
Wednesday, June 17: Australia v Qualifier, Headingley, 10:30 BST
Wednesday, June 17: India v Qualifier, Headingley, 14:30 BST
Wednesday, June 17: South Africa v Pakistan, Edgbaston, 18:30 BST
Thursday, June 18: West Indies v Qualifier, Headingley, 18:30 BST
Friday, June 19: New Zealand v Qualifier, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 BST
Saturday, June 20: Australia v Qualifier, Hampshire Bowl, 10:30 BST
Saturday, June 20: Pakistan v Qualifier, Hampshire Bowl, 14:30 BST
Saturday, June 20: England v Qualifier, Headingley, 18:30 BST
Sunday, June 21: West Indies v Sri Lanka, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 BST
Sunday, June 21: South Africa v India, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, 14:30 BST
Tuesday, June 23: New Zealand v Qualifier, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 BST
Tuesday, June 23: Sri Lanka v Qualifier, Bristol County Ground, 14:30 BST
Tuesday, June 23: Australia v Pakistan, Headingley, 18:30 BST
Wednesday, June 24: England v West Indies, Lord’s Cricket Ground, 18:30 BST
Thursday, June 25: India v Qualifier, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, 14:30 BST
Thursday, June 25: South Africa v Qualifier, Bristol County Ground, 18:30 BST
Friday, June 26: Sri Lanka v Qualifier, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, 18:30 BST
Saturday, June 27: Pakistan v Qualifier, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 BST
Saturday, June 27: West Indies v Qualifier, Bristol County Ground, 14:30 BST
Saturday, June 27: England v New Zealand, The Oval, 18:30 BST
Sunday, June 28: South Africa v Qualifier, Lord’s Cricket Ground, 10:30 BST
Sunday, June 28: Australia v India, Lord’s Cricket Ground, 14:30 BST
Tuesday, June 30: TBC v TBC (Semi Final 1), The Oval, 14:30 BST
Thursday, July 2: TBC v TBC (Semi Final 2), The Oval, 18:30 BST
Sunday, July 5: TBC v TBC (The Final), Lord’s Cricket Ground, 14:30 BST
