The countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has officially entered its final phase after the International Cricket Council confirmed the complete warm-up schedule for the tournament in England.
With just weeks remaining before the opening match on June 12, participating teams are now preparing for a crucial set of practice fixtures that could shape their campaign.
A total of 12 warm-up matches will be played between June 6 and June 10 across Derby, Loughborough, and Cardiff. The fixtures will allow teams to adjust to English conditions, test combinations, and build momentum before the main tournament begins.
India’s preparation schedule has already generated strong interest among fans. Harmanpreet Kaur’s side will first face West Indies in Cardiff on June 8 before taking on hosts England on June 10 in one of the most anticipated warm-up clashes.
With India also scheduled to play a T20I series in England before the World Cup, the team will have valuable time to adapt to local pitches and weather conditions.
Defending champions New Zealand will begin their preparations against Bangladesh on June 6 before renewing their rivalry with South Africa on June 9. Meanwhile, England’s high-profile contest against Australia in Cardiff is expected to attract major attention ahead of the tournament.
| Date | Time (IST) | Match | Venue |
| June 6 | 2:30 PM | Netherlands vs Scotland | Derby |
| June 6 | 2:30 PM | South Africa vs Ireland | Loughborough |
| June 6 | 7:30 PM | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | Derby |
| June 6 | 7:30 PM | New Zealand vs Bangladesh | Loughborough |
| June 8 | 2:30 PM | West Indies vs India | Cardiff |
| June 8 | 7:30 PM | England vs Australia | Cardiff |
| June 9 | 2:30 PM | Scotland vs Pakistan | Derby |
| June 9 | 2:30 PM | Ireland vs Bangladesh | Loughborough |
| June 9 | 7:30 PM | Netherlands vs Sri Lanka | Derby |
| June 9 | 7:30 PM | South Africa vs New Zealand | Loughborough |
| June 10 | 2:30 PM | India vs England | Cardiff |
| June 10 | 7:30 PM | West Indies vs Australia | Cardiff |
Tournament debutants Netherlands will also be closely watched after securing qualification through the Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier. The Dutch side will open their warm-up campaign against Scotland before facing Sri Lanka later in the schedule.
The upcoming warm-up matches are expected to play an important role for teams looking to finalise their combinations and assess player form before the global event begins. Several sides will also use these games to give younger players exposure in high-pressure conditions.
Excitement surrounding the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues to grow rapidly. Ticket demand has already crossed record numbers, making this edition one of the most anticipated tournaments in women’s cricket history.
With blockbuster rivalries, emerging teams, and world-class talent set to feature, the tournament promises an action-packed month of cricket in England.
