Overview

• The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place in England from June 12 to July 5, with the final set for Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 5.
• This marks the first Women’s T20 World Cup in England since its inaugural edition in 2009, reflecting the sport’s significant growth.
• The tournament will feature an expanded format with 12 teams competing in 33 matches over 24 days at seven major venues, including The Oval, Old Trafford, and Edgbaston.
• Eight teams have already qualified, while the remaining four spots will be determined through a qualifier tournament next year.
• The event is positioned as a milestone for women’s cricket and a showcase ahead of cricket’s return to the Olympics in Los Angeles 2028.