ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 England: India Grouped with Australia – Full Schedule, Groups, Lord's Final!
12 Teams Battle Across 7 Iconic Venues: Smriti Mandhana's India Eyes Glory at Edgbaston Opener vs Qualifiers!
ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: England Set to Host Biggest Edition Yet
12 Teams | 33 Matches | June 12 – July 5, 2026 | Iconic Venues Across England
Tournament Overview
The 10th edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup will be the largest ever, featuring 12 teams competing across 24 days of high-octane action. Hosted by England, the tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026, with hosts England facing Sri Lanka under lights at Edgbaston, Birmingham. New Zealand enter as defending champions after their triumph in 2024.
Key Dates
- Opening Match: June 12, 2026 – England vs Sri Lanka (Edgbaston)
- Semi-Finals: June 30 & July 2, 2026 (The Oval, London)
- Final: July 5, 2026 (Lord's, London)
Groups & Qualified Teams
Eight teams have automatically qualified, with four more to be determined via the Global Qualifier in Nepal (January–February 2026).
| Group 1 | Group 2 |
|---|---|
| Australia | England (Hosts) |
| India | New Zealand (Defending Champions) |
| Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| South Africa | West Indies |
| Qualifier 1 | Qualifier 3 |
| Qualifier 2 | Qualifier 4 |
Iconic Venues
Matches will light up seven legendary grounds:
- Edgbaston (Birmingham)
- Headingley (Leeds)
- Hampshire Bowl (Southampton)
- Old Trafford (Manchester)
- Bristol County Ground
- The Oval (London)
- Lord's (London – Final)
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