India vs Pakistan, Finals at Lord’s & More: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Full Schedule Breakdown

The wait is over. The ICC has officially dropped the full schedule for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, and honestly? It reads like a dream fixture list. England hosts the 10th edition of the competition from June 12 to July 5, featuring 12 teams — the biggest field in tournament history. ComicBook.com Thirty-three matches. Seven iconic venues. One trophy. Let’s break down every fixture that matters.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament At a Glance

The Groups

Group 1 features Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Netherlands, while Group 2 consists of West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Ireland and Scotland. CBR India land in a brutal group — but that’s exactly the kind of challenge that produces champions.

India’s Full Group Stage Schedule — Match by Match

🔥 India vs Pakistan — June 14, Edgbaston (2:30 PM BST / 7:00 PM IST) The mother of all rivalries opens India’s campaign. As current ODI World Cup champions, India enter as heavyweights. Pakistan, always dangerous in knockout-style pressure moments, will fancy their chances on English conditions. Expect sold-out stands and social media to explode.

🌷 India vs Netherlands — June 17, Headingley (2:30 PM BST / 7:00 PM IST) On paper, this looks like a comfortable win for India. But Netherlands are first-time qualifiers riding a wave of momentum and belief — underestimate them at your peril. Harmanpreet Kaur and co. must be ruthless here.

⚔️ South Africa vs India — June 21, Old Trafford (2:30 PM BST / 7:00 PM IST) A blockbuster clash. South Africa reached the 2023 final and have been consistently brilliant. India beat them in the ODI World Cup final recently — expect South Africa to arrive fired up for revenge on this stage.

🐯 India vs Bangladesh — June 25, Bristol (10:30 AM BST / 3:00 PM IST) Bangladesh are qualifying debutants in this edition and India have historically dominated them. But with Nigar Sultana Joty’s side coming in on a confidence high after their qualifier campaign, India still need to show up and deliver.

🏆 India vs Australia — June 28, Lord’s (2:30 PM BST / 7:00 PM IST) Save the best for last. This could be a virtual semifinal — six-time champions Australia against India at Lord’s. The most prestigious cricket ground on earth. The stakes couldn’t be higher. This is the match every Indian cricket fan will be watching with heart in mouth.

Other Marquee Fixtures You Can’t Miss

England vs Sri Lanka — June 12, Edgbaston: The tournament opener under lights. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt called this “game-changing” — and playing on home soil, for the biggest prize, feels unmissable.

England vs Scotland — June 20, Headingley: This marks the first time the two sides have met in either a men’s or women’s World Cup hosted on English soil Wikipedia — a genuinely historic occasion.

West Indies vs New Zealand — June 13, Hampshire Bowl: Two former champions collide early. West Indies (2016 winners) vs New Zealand (defending champions) — this one could define who tops Group 2.

Australia vs South Africa — June 13, Old Trafford: The Group 1 “mini-final” between the two most consistent women’s cricket sides in the world. This match will likely determine group seedings.

Semi-Finals & The Final

The final will be played at the hallowed Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on July 5 — the most iconic address in cricket history. Semi-finals take place at The Oval on June 30 and July 2. Tickets for the final sold out in 24 hours.

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