Australia, India, and Bangladesh lead Group A of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table, while England, Scotland, and West Indies top Group B after the first round of matches.
All six winners hold 2 points each, so Net Run Rate (NRR) is the only separator right now. Notably, England currently own the best NRR across both groups at +4.350, thanks to their record-breaking 87-run demolition of Sri Lanka on the opening night at Edgbaston.
This article covers the complete ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 standings, match results, upcoming fixtures, and qualification scenarios for the semi-finals.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table – Group A
Group A features a three-way tie at the top between Australia, India, and Bangladesh. All three sides won their openers convincingly, yet NRR tells a fascinating story about just how they won.
| Pos | Team | Played | Won | Lost | N/R | Tied | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +3.250 | 2 |
| 2 | India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +3.200 | 2 |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0.407 | 2 |
| 4 | Netherlands | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.407 | 0 |
| 5 | Pakistan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -3.200 | 0 |
| 6 | South Africa | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -3.250 | 0 |
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table – Group B
Group B also has a three-way tie on 2 points, but the NRR gap between the top and bottom is even larger. England dominate the group with a massive +4.350, while Sri Lanka prop up the table at -4.350.
| Pos | Team | Played | Won | Lost | N/R | Tied | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +4.350 | 2 |
| 2 | Scotland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +2.000 | 2 |
| 3 | West Indies | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +0.118 | 2 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.118 | 0 |
| 5 | Ireland | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -2.000 | 0 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -4.350 | 0 |
How the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points System Works
The points system in this tournament is straightforward. A win earns 2 points, a no-result gives 1 point to each team, and a loss brings 0 points.
When teams are level on points, the ICC uses these tiebreakers in order:
1. Net Run Rate (NRR) – The primary tiebreaker. It measures the difference between runs scored per over and runs conceded per over.
2. Number of wins – If NRR is also equal, then the team with more wins ranks higher.
3. Head-to-head record – If both the above are tied, results between the tied teams are considered.
4. Pre-tournament T20I rankings – The final fallback uses rankings from before the tournament started.
Semi-Final Qualification: Who Needs What?
The top 2 teams from each group qualify for the semi-finals. Each team plays 5 group matches, so there are still 4 rounds remaining.
The winner of Group A faces the runner-up of Group B in one semi-final, and the Group B winner takes on the Group A runner-up in the other.
Group A Semi-Final Race
Australia and India are the early frontrunners with strong NRRs. However, they face each other on June 28 at Leeds in what could be a group decider.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh have put themselves in a strong position after beating the Netherlands. Still, matches against Australia (June 17) and India will test them severely.
Pakistan and South Africa need to start winning immediately. Their negative NRRs mean even a couple of wins might not be enough without big margins.
Group B Semi-Final Race
England look commanding and will be tough to dislodge from the top spot. Their NRR of +4.350 gives them a massive cushion.
West Indies and Scotland are the dark horses. Both delivered impressive performances on Day 2, and their positive NRRs keep them firmly in the race.
New Zealand’s loss to West Indies was a setback, but the defending champions have the experience to bounce back. Their match against Sri Lanka on June 16 is a must-win.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Tournament Format and Venues
The 2026 edition is the tenth ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, hosted by England from June 12 to July 5, 2026. For the first time, the tournament features 12 teams (up from 10 in 2024).
Furthermore, teams are divided into two groups of six. Each team plays five round-robin matches within their group. There is no Super 8 stage, which means every group match carries enormous weight.
Seven Venues Across England
Matches are spread across seven iconic English cricket grounds: Edgbaston (Birmingham), Old Trafford (Manchester), Headingley (Leeds), The Rose Bowl (Southampton), County Ground (Bristol), Lord’s (London), and The Oval (London).
Both semi-finals take place at The Oval on June 30 and July 2. The final will be held at Lord’s on July 5, marking a fitting conclusion at the Home of Cricket.
Record Prize Pool
The ICC announced a record prize pool of US$8.76 million for this tournament. The winners take home $2.34 million, while the runners-up earn $1.17 million.
Additionally, teams receive an extra $31,154 for every group-stage match they win. This prize structure represents the ICC’s continued push toward equal pay in women’s cricket.
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Conclusion: Stay Tuned for Updated Points Table of ICC WT20 WC 2026
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table is tightly packed after the opening round, with all six group winners on level points. NRR is the only differentiator at this stage, and it could stay that way deep into the group stage.
With 27 matches still to play, the standings will shift rapidly. Therefore, keep an eye on the Australia–India face-off (June 28) and England’s remaining fixtures, as those results will likely decide the semi-final lineup. Bookmark this page for regular updates as the tournament progresses.
