The wait is almost over as the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is set to begin in England on June 12. The tournament will run until July 5 and promises to be bigger than ever, with 12 teams competing for the prestigious title.

For the first time, the competition will feature 12 teams, increasing both the number of matches and the excitement for fans. A total of 33 matches will be played across seven iconic venues in England, giving cricket lovers nearly a month of non-stop T20 action.

Team India's Group and Tournament Format

The participating teams have been divided into two groups of six teams each.

Group A

• India

• Australia

• Bangladesh

• Netherlands

• Pakistan

• South Africa

Group B

• England

• Ireland

• New Zealand

• Scotland

• Sri Lanka

• West Indies

Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, India will face tough competition in Group A, which includes traditional rivals Pakistan, strong contenders Australia, and South Africa.

Tournament Venues

The matches will be played at the following seven venues:

• Edgbaston, Birmingham

• Old Trafford, Manchester

• Hampshire Bowl, Southampton

• Headingley, Leeds

• Bristol County Ground, Bristol

• Lord's, London

• The Oval, London

Team India's Full Schedule (IST)

June 14

India vs Pakistan – Edgbaston, Birmingham – 7:00 PM

June 17

India vs Netherlands – Headingley, Leeds – 7:00 PM

June 21

India vs South Africa – Old Trafford, Manchester – 7:00 PM

June 25

India vs Bangladesh – Old Trafford, Manchester – 7:00 PM

June 28

India vs Australia – Lord's, London – 7:00 PM

Key Matches to Watch

Tournament Opener – June 12

England vs Sri Lanka – Edgbaston – 11:00 PM

June 13

Australia vs South Africa – 7:00 PM

West Indies vs New Zealand – 11:00 PM

June 20

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – 7:00 PM

June 27

England vs New Zealand – The Oval – 11:00 PM

Knockout Schedule

Semi-Final 1

June 30 – Group A Winner vs Group B Runner-up
The Oval, London – 7:00 PM

Semi-Final 2

July 2 – Group B Winner vs Group A Runner-up
The Oval, London – 11:00 PM

Final

July 5 – Lord's, London – 7:00 PM

Can Team India End the Trophy Drought?

India enters the tournament with a balanced squad and high expectations. The team's campaign begins with a blockbuster clash against Pakistan, while the final group-stage encounter against Australia could prove crucial in determining the semi-final race. With 33 matches, 12 teams, and a month of thrilling cricket ahead, fans can expect one of the most competitive Women's T20 World Cups ever.