The ICC has officially announced the schedule for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be played next year in England. One of the most anticipated fixtures of the tournament — the clash between India and Pakistan — is scheduled for June 14, 2026. Both teams have been placed in the same group, setting the stage for a thrilling group-stage encounter.
Tournament Overview
The 10th edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup will be held in June 2026 across various venues in England. A total of 12 teams will compete, making this the largest Women’s T20 World Cup to date. The opening match is set for June 12, with host nation England facing Sri Lanka.
The ICC has divided the participating teams into two groups:
Group 1:
- Australia
- South Africa
- India
- Pakistan
- 2 teams from Global Qualifiers (To be decided later)
Group 2:
- England (Hosts)
- New Zealand
- Sri Lanka
- West Indies
- 2 teams from Global Qualifiers
Each team will play every other team in its group. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, scheduled for June 30 and July 2. The grand final will be played on July 5 at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground.
India vs Pakistan Showdown on June 14
India and Pakistan are scheduled to face off on Sunday, June 14 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. As both nations now only meet in ICC or ACC tournaments, the rivalry always draws intense excitement and massive viewership. Since they are in the same group, this could be their only meeting in the tournament unless both reach the final stages.
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Full Schedule of Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Friday, June 12: England vs Sri Lanka – Edgbaston
- Saturday, June 13: Qualifier vs Qualifier – Old Trafford
- Saturday, June 13: Australia vs South Africa – Old Trafford
- Saturday, June 13: West Indies vs New Zealand – Hampshire Bowl
- Sunday, June 14: Qualifier vs Qualifier – Edgbaston
- Sunday, June 14: India vs Pakistan – Edgbaston
- Tuesday, June 16: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka – Hampshire Bowl
- Tuesday, June 16: England vs Qualifier – Hampshire Bowl
- Wednesday, June 17: Australia vs Qualifier – Headingley
- Wednesday, June 17: India vs Qualifier – Headingley
- Wednesday, June 17: South Africa vs Pakistan – Edgbaston
- Thursday, June 18: West Indies vs Qualifier – Headingley
- Friday, June 19: New Zealand vs Qualifier – Hampshire Bowl
- Saturday, June 20: Australia vs Qualifier – Hampshire Bowl
- Saturday, June 20: Pakistan vs Qualifier – Hampshire Bowl
- Saturday, June 20: England vs Qualifier – Headingley
- Sunday, June 21: West Indies vs Sri Lanka – Bristol County Ground
- Sunday, June 21: South Africa vs India – Old Trafford
- Tuesday, June 23: New Zealand vs Qualifier – Bristol
- Tuesday, June 23: Sri Lanka vs Qualifier – Bristol
- Tuesday, June 23: Australia vs Pakistan – Headingley
- Wednesday, June 24: England vs West Indies – Lord’s
- Thursday, June 25: India vs Qualifier – Old Trafford
- Thursday, June 25: South Africa vs Qualifier – Bristol
- Friday, June 26: Sri Lanka vs Qualifier – Old Trafford
- Saturday, June 27: Pakistan vs Qualifier – Bristol
- Saturday, June 27: West Indies vs Qualifier – Bristol
- Saturday, June 27: England vs New Zealand – The Oval
- Sunday, June 28: South Africa vs Qualifier – Lord’s
- Sunday, June 28: Australia vs India – Lord’s
- Tuesday, June 30: Semifinal 1 – The Oval
- Thursday, July 2: Semifinal 2 – The Oval
- Sunday, July 5: Final – Lord’s Cricket Ground
Conclusion
The 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup promises high-voltage matches and historic moments, with the India-Pakistan clash on June 14 emerging as a major highlight. With 12 teams, multiple top venues, and increased competition, this tournament is set to break new ground for women’s cricket.