faqs

Tournament Overview

When and where is the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 taking place?

The tournament runs from June 12 to July 5, 2026, across seven venues in England and Wales. The final will be held at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Which venues are hosting matches?

The seven host venues are:

  • Lord's Cricket Ground
  • Old Trafford Cricket Ground
  • Headingley Cricket Ground
  • Edgbaston Stadium
  • Hampshire Bowl
  • The Oval
  • Bristol County Ground

How many teams are participating?

This is an expanded tournament featuring 12 teams - the largest field ever in a Women's T20 World Cup, with 33 matches over 24 days.

Eight teams have secured spots: England (hosts), Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and West Indies. Four additional teams will qualify through regional qualifiers.

Ticket Sales

What is priority ticket access and how do I register for priority ticket access?

Priority ticket access gives registered fans the first opportunity to purchase tickets before they go on general sale to the public.

Sign up for notifications through the Register Your Interest form here - to be notified when priority ticket sales open.

Technical & Account Issues

What if I don't receive my priority access email?

Check your spam folder and ensure you're registered with the correct email address.

I can’t log in to my ICC account / I can’t sign up for an ICC account, what should I do?

Please contact our team here > digitalproduct@icc-cricket.com

Can I transfer or resell my tickets?

Official resale and transfer policies will be outlined in the terms and conditions. Unofficial resale may invalidate tickets.

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This FAQ will be updated as more information becomes available.