Fiji Set to Host Historic ICC Women’s T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier
Media Release
- Fans can follow the live stream at ICC.tv and find live scores and results at the ICC website.
The stage is set for a landmark moment in East-Asia Pacific cricket, as Fiji prepares to host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 East-Asia Pacific (EAP) Qualifier, beginning Tuesday, 9 September at Albert Park, Suva.
Eight nations – Fiji, Cook Islands, Indonesia, Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, and Vanuatu – will compete in the region’s largest-ever women’s cricket event, with one coveted spot at the Global Qualifier for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 up for grabs.
The event will be especially significant for the Philippines, whose women's team will make its debut at an ICC event.
The tournament kicks off with Fiji vs Cook Islands and Japan vs Papua New Guinea on 9 September, with matches played across two grounds at Albert Park.
A final on 15 September will determine which team advances to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier, to be held in Nepal in January 2026.
Vanuatu was the last team to attend a Global Qualifier in 2024, picking up a historic victory over Zimbabwe during that event.
As Vanuatu captain Rachel Andrew explained, her team is driven by a desire to replicate the success they achieved at the previous ICC Women’s T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier in 2023.
She said: “The Vanuatu team is buzzing with excitement ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier.”
“Our squad has a good mix of experienced players with a deep understanding of what it takes to win, and some exciting young talent.”
“We’re looking to leverage the momentum from our previous performances and are very motivated to reach the Global Qualifier once again.”
Fans can follow the live stream at ICC.tv and find live scores and results at the ICC website.
Group A: Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa
Group B: Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Vanuatu
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