The Women's T20 World Cup launches with a major marketing push in London, aiming for record attendance. England's success hinges on their on-pitch performance, with key players returning from injury and tough competition expected from Australia, India, and South Africa.
England's World Cup preparations concluded with a five-run warm-up victory against India in Cardiff. Nat Sciver-Brunt returned with a half-century, and Amy Jones also impressed with the bat. Alice Capsey's wicketkeeping performance provided reassurance.
England Women secured a thrilling five-run victory over India in their final T20 World Cup warm-up match in Cardiff. Nat Sciver-Brunt scored 57 and Amy Jones added 64 as England posted 171-6, before India's Richa Ghosh hit a rapid 68 but was stumped by Linsey Smith.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss upcoming T20 series against New Zealand and India due to a calf injury, raising fitness concerns before the T20 World Cup. Off-spinner Charlie Dean will captain in her absence.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand with a minor left calf tear sustained while playing for The Blaze on 29 April. The 33-year-old all-rounder underwent scans on Saturday and will undergo further assessment, but sources say her withdrawal is precautionary and she is expected to be fully fit for the T20 World Cup starting on 12 June. Vice-captain Charlie Dean will lead the side, with Maia Bouchier called up as cover for the series beginning 10 May.
England have named Nat Sciver-Brunt as captain for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, which they will host from 12 June to 5 July. The squad includes uncapped 18-year-old spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman, while Lauren Filer and Issy Wong will feature at their first T20 World Cup. England, who won the inaugural 2009 edition and have finished as runners-up three times, are considered strong contenders with their mix of experienced players and young talent.
England have announced their 15-player squad for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with Nat Sciver-Brunt named captain for the tournament hosted by England and Wales from 12 June to 5 July. The squad includes uncapped 18-year-old spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman, while Lauren Filer and Issy Wong will feature at their first T20 World Cup. England, winners of the inaugural 2009 edition, will aim to reclaim global glory on home soil.
England women's cricket captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admits her side have underachieved since their memorable 2017 World Cup victory at Lord's. With no major trophies or Ashes series wins in nine years, England will begin the T20 World Cup on 12 June seeking to end that drought. Sciver-Brunt took over as captain last summer and oversaw a semi-final exit at the 2024 50-over World Cup.
