The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the complete schedule for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be played in England from 12 June to 5 July across seven iconic venues.
This edition of the tournament promises heightened excitement and fierce competition, as 12 teams, split into two groups, will vie for the title over 33 matches.
The tournament will kick off with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, Birmingham on 12 June, setting the tone for nearly a month of high-quality women’s cricket.
Pakistan Drawn in Group of Heavyweights
The Pakistan women’s team, led by star performers and youthful exuberance, will face a stern test in Group 1, which features six-time champions Australia, arch-rivals India, South Africa, and two qualifying teams from the ICC regional competitions.
Pakistan’s campaign will begin with a high-octane clash against India on 14 June at Edgbaston — the same venue where they will meet South Africa three days later.
Here is Pakistan’s full group stage schedule:
📅 Pakistan’s Fixtures – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
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14 June: vs India – Edgbaston, Birmingham (2:30pm local time)
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17 June: vs South Africa – Edgbaston, Birmingham (6:30pm local time)
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20 June: vs Qualifier – Hampshire Bowl, Southampton (2:30pm local time)
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23 June: vs Australia – Headingley, Leeds (6:30pm local time)
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27 June: vs Qualifier – Bristol County Ground (10:30am local time)
Road to the Knockouts
The top two teams from each group will proceed to the semi-finals, scheduled for 30 June and 2 July at The Oval, London. The tournament will culminate with a historic final at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on 5 July, promising a grand stage for women’s cricket’s biggest prize.
England Set to Host a Festival of Cricket
Matches will be held across a diverse set of venues including Edgbaston (Birmingham), The Oval (London), Lord’s (London), Bristol, Headingley (Leeds), the Hampshire Bowl (Southampton) and others. The tournament marks England’s return as hosts of a global women’s event, with the last being the 2017 Women’s ODI World Cup, which was also won by England.
High Stakes for Pakistan
For Pakistan, the 2026 edition represents an opportunity to prove their mettle on the world stage. Having shown glimpses of promise in recent years and producing notable individual performers, the squad will be aiming to go beyond the group stages — a feat they have yet to achieve in previous Women’s T20 World Cups.
The clash against India is set to be a marquee contest not just for its traditional rivalry but also for its significance in shaping group dynamics early in the tournament.
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