The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 was officially announced on May 1 during a launch event at Lord’s.
It was also confirmed that matches will be held at Edgbaston, the Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford, The Oval, and the Bristol County Ground.
The tournament is set to begin on 12 June and will run for 24 days, featuring 33 matches in total, culminating in the final at Lord’s.
Marking the largest-ever edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup, the 2026 tournament will include 12 teams, making it the most competitive yet as top sides from around the globe compete for the coveted title.
Eight teams—England (hosts), Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies—have already qualified.
The remaining four spots will be filled through a qualification tournament scheduled for next year.
The competition format will include two groups of six teams for the group stage, followed by the knockout phase leading to the final.
“The confirmation of venues represents a defining moment as we build towards the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. This tournament will bring together the world’s finest players in a celebration of skill, spirit and sportsmanship,” ICC Chair Jay Shah said.
“The United Kingdom’s rich diversity has always shown passionate support for all teams, something we witnessed so memorably at past events. The sell-out Women’s Cricket World Cup final at Lord’s in 2017 remains a landmark in the rise of the women’s game, and I cannot think of a more fitting stage for the final.”
“As we turn our focus to preparing for the tournament, we are excited by the promise of thrilling T20 action that will not only captivate fans here but also serve as a showcase for cricket’s return on the Olympic stage in Los Angeles 2028.”
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