The ICC released the complete schedule for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales on 24 February.

The thrilling conclusion of the recent Global Qualifier tournament held in Nepal has solidified the final lineup for the highly anticipated major cricket tournament.Following a fiercely competitive series of matches, Netherlands, Scotland and Ireland successfully secured their coveted spots. 

The Dutch side marked their maiden appearance at the marquee tournament. Their placement has resulted in their initial competition being widely characterized by fans as the “group of death” giving the Dutch the chance to compete with the best of the best that the competition has to offer.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament Director, Beth Barrett-Wild said:

“Huge congratulations to Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands for earning their World Cup spots through a hard-fought and competitive qualifying event. We’re delighted to now confirm our full schedule and set the stage for a tournament that will not only showcase the very best of the women’s game but also ignite some home nation rivalry when England take on Scotland at Headingley on 20 June.

This Women’s T20 World Cup will bring world-class athletes, elite performances and unforgettable moments to fans across England and Wales. With high-quality cricket at its core, the tournament promises to be an unmissable sporting spectacle that captures hearts and minds, and takes women’s cricket firmly into the mainstream.”

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Groups

Group 1: Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Netherlands

Group 2: West Indies, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Scotland

Netherlands captain, Babbette De Leede commented: "Qualifying for our first‑ever ICC Women's T20 World Cup fills us with an incredible sense of pride and excitement. It feels extra special because, in many ways, it’s almost a ‘home’ World Cup for us. We’re hoping to see a sea of orange in the stands with our families, friends, fans and everyone who has supported Dutch women’s cricket over the years.

“Stepping onto that stage for the very first time will be a milestone for the women's cricket in the Netherlands, and we hope it inspires young Dutch players to dream big and believe that they, too, can one day represent a successful national team."

Netherlands Fixtures -

Sunday 14 June: Bangladesh v Netherlands, Edgbaston 

Wednesday 17 June: India v Netherlands, Headingley 

Saturday 20 June: Australia v Netherlands, Hampshire Bowl 

Thursday 25 June: South Africa v Netherlands, Bristol County Ground 

Saturday 27 June: Pakistan v Netherlands, Bristol County Ground

Ireland captain, Gaby Lewis, said: "The last few months have been huge for us, with everything building towards securing our place at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales this year. To be back on the world stage, and so close to home, really is a dream come true. This will be a landmark moment for women’s cricket in Ireland."

"We can’t wait to see friends, family and supporters making the trip over. We want to make them proud – and hopefully inspire young players back home to believe that they can reach a World Cup themselves one day."

Ireland Fixtures -

Saturday 13 June: Scotland v Ireland, Old Trafford Cricket Ground 

Tuesday 16 June: England v Ireland, Hampshire Bowl 

Friday 19 June: New Zealand v Ireland, Hampshire Bowl 

Tuesday 23 June: Sri Lanka v Ireland, Bristol County Ground 

Saturday 27 June: West Indies v Ireland, Bristol County Ground

Scotland’s captain, Kathryn Bryce, added: “It’s going to be absolutely incredible playing at a World Cup in England and Wales. It’s probably the closest we will get to playing at home, so it’s going to be super exciting to be so close to home and give people from Scotland the chance to travel and watch and support the national team on this sort of stage.

“For the young boys and girls in Scotland who’ve been watching cricket or picked it up during the last few years, for it to now be possible for them to come and see players from their country playing in a World Cup nearby is pretty special.

“The way this World Cup has been marketed so far is great, and there’s going to be a massive push on the outreach and engagement which I think is fantastic for women’s cricket across the country, so it’s really exciting to look ahead and think about the history that is going to be made this summer.”

Scotland Fixtures - 

Saturday 13 June: Scotland v Ireland, Old Trafford Cricket Ground 

Thursday 18 June: West Indies v Scotland, Headingley 

Saturday 20 June: England v Scotland, Headingley 

Tuesday 23 June: New Zealand v Scotland, Bristol County Ground 

Friday 26 June: Sri Lanka v Scotland, Old Trafford Cricket Ground