India Eyes Elusive T20 World Cup Title in England and Wales 2026

India’s women’s cricket team is gearing up to pursue the coveted T20 World Cup title, aiming to add to their recent ODI World Cup success on home soil. The 2026 edition of the tournament is set to be hosted by England and Wales, with matches scheduled to take place from June 12 to July 5.

Harmanpreet Kaur will once again lead the national side as captain, with Smriti Mandhana serving as her deputy. This upcoming tournament marks the 10th edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup and will be the largest to date, expanding to include 12 participating teams, an increase from the previous 10.

Tournament Structure

The 12 teams have been divided into two evenly matched groups of six. The format dictates that the top two teams from each group will automatically advance to the semi-finals, setting the stage for intense competition from the outset.

The current standings for the groups are as follows, though all teams have played zero matches as the tournament is yet to commence:

Key facts
| Group | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | Net Run Rate |
|——-|————–|——–|—–|——|——–|————–|
| A | Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| A | Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| A | India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| A | Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| A | Pakistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| A | South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | Ireland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | Scotland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | Sri Lanka | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| B | West Indies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |

Broadcasting Coverage

Cricket fans in India will have comprehensive access to the matches through the Star Sports Network. Live streaming services will be available via the JioHotstar app and website, offering coverage in multiple languages to cater to a diverse audience.

This expansion to 12 teams signifies a growing global interest and participation in women’s T20 cricket. The tournament’s staging in England and Wales provides a significant platform for these athletes, and the added depth of competition promises an exciting event for fans worldwide. India, with their recent ODI success, will be a strong contender, but the increased number of teams means a more unpredictable and challenging path to the championship.

Source: Yahoo Sports, https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/womens-t20-world-cup-2026-123002081.html

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