The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad preparations have created huge excitement among cricket fans around the world. Teams are focusing on building balanced squads with experienced players and talented young stars to compete at the highest level.
Defending champions New Zealand, along with strong teams such as Australia and England, will also enter the tournament with powerful lineups. The competition will not only showcase thrilling cricket but also highlight the growing popularity of women’s sports globally.
With passionate fans, intense rivalries, and world-class performances expected, the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad announcements will play a major role in shaping one of the most anticipated tournaments in women’s cricket history.
As per the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule, England Women and Sri Lanka Women will play in the first match on June 12 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
A total of 33 matches will be played between 12 teams in the tournament to determine the winner. Notably, 10 teams played in the previous edition of the tournament.
In addition to the hosts, a total of eight teams have automatically qualified for the tournament through the Women’s T20I Team Rankings, while the remaining four teams will be qualified by the regional qualifiers. Teams have been divided into two groups.
| Group 1 | Group 2 |
| Australia | West Indies |
| South Africa | England |
| India | New Zealand |
| Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| Bangladesh | Ireland |
| Netherlands | Scotland |
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Squad
The participating 12 teams will be divided into two groups of five teams. Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Squad details will be updated here right after the official announcement.
Australia
Sophie Molineux (c), Nicola Carey, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
South Africa
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Nierkerk
Pakistan
Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab
India
Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav
Bangladesh
Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Sultana Khatun, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Taj Nehar
Netherlands
Babette de Leede (c), Caroline de Lange, Frédérique Overdijk, Hannah Landheer, Heather Siegers, Iris Zwilling, Isabel van der Woning, Lara Leemhuis, Myrthe van den Raad, Phebe Molkenboer, Robine Rijke, Rosalie Lawrence, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis
West Indies
Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Jannillea Glasgow, Jahzara Claxton, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Mandy Mangru, Shawnisha Hector
England
Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
New Zealand
Melie Kerr (c), Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Flora Devonshire, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Nensi Patel, Georgia Plimmer, Izzy Sharp, Lea Tahuhu
Sri Lanka
Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Shashini Gimhani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Mithali Ayodhya
Ireland
Gaby Lewis (c), Orla Prendergast (vc), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Rebecca Stokell
Scotland
Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Niamh Robertson-Jack, Rachel Slater, Ellen Watson
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Format
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will follow the group stage and knockout stage format.
- A total of 12 teams will be divided into two groups and will participate in group-stage matches.
- They will be competing with each other within the group, and the two top teams from each group will be advancing to the knockout stages.
- In the knockout stage, a total of 2 semifinals and a final game will be played to decide the winner of the tournament.
FAQs
When will the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 begin?
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will begin on June 12 with the final game scheduled to be played on July 05, 2026.
How many teams will participate in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
A total of 12 teams will participate in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Which country will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
England and Wales will co-host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
When will the India vs Pakistan match be played in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?
India vs Pakistan match in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be played on 14 June, 2026.
How many venues will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
A total of 7 venues across the England and Wales will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
- Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Bristol County Ground, Bristol
- Headingley, Leeds
- The Oval, London
- The Old Trafford, Manchester
- The Rose Bowl, Southampton
- Lord’s Cricket Stadium, London
