The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 is here, and it promises to be one of the most exciting domestic women’s cricket tournaments of the year. Officially known as the Women’s Vitality Blast 2026 for sponsorship reasons, this is the second edition of the competition organised by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
The tournament kicks off on 22 May 2026 and runs all the way through to 17 July 2026, with Finals Day set to take place at the iconic Kennington Oval in London. A total of 18 county teams are participating across two tiers, League One and League Two, making it a comprehensive showcase of women’s county cricket talent across England and Wales.
With reigning League One champions Surrey Women looking to defend their title and several ambitious counties gunning for the top spots, the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 schedule is packed with thrilling matchups from day one.
Women’s T20 Blast 2026 Overview
Here is a quick-reference overview of the tournament:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | Women’s Vitality Blast 2026 |
| Edition | 2nd Season |
| Organised By | England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) |
| Start Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Final Date | 17 July 2026 (Finals Day) |
| Number of Teams | 18 (9 in League One, 9 in League Two) |
| Total Matches | 57 T20s (League One) |
| Host Country | England and Wales |
| Format | Twenty20 (T20) |
| Defending Champions | Surrey Women (League One), Middlesex Women (League Two) |
| Finals Day Venue | Kennington Oval, London |
| Streaming (UK) | ECB Website, England Cricket App, County YouTube Channels |
| Streaming (India) | FanCode App & Website |
Women’s T20 Blast 2026 Full Schedule (League One Fixtures)
Below is the complete Women’s T20 Blast 2026 League One schedule with match numbers, dates, teams, venues, and timings in both local (BST) and IST.
Week 1: 22–25 May 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Fri, 22 May | Essex Women vs Warwickshire Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 2:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 2nd | Fri, 22 May | Surrey Women vs Lancashire Women | London, Kennington Oval | 2:15 PM | 6:45 PM |
| 3rd | Fri, 22 May | Somerset Women vs Hampshire Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 4th | Fri, 22 May | The Blaze Women vs Yorkshire Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 5th | Sun, 24 May | Durham Women vs Hampshire Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 6th | Sun, 24 May | Warwickshire Women vs Somerset Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 7th | Sun, 24 May | Yorkshire Women vs Surrey Women | Leeds, Headingley | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 8th | Mon, 25 May | Lancashire Women vs The Blaze Women | Manchester, Emirates Old Trafford | 10:30 AM | 3:00 PM |
Week 2: 26–31 May 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th | Tue, 26 May | Hampshire Women vs Essex Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 10th | Wed, 27 May | Warwickshire Women vs The Blaze Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 11th | Wed, 27 May | Surrey Women vs Durham Women | London, Kennington Oval | 6:30 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 12th | Wed, 27 May | Somerset Women vs Yorkshire Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 13th | Fri, 29 May | Durham Women vs Warwickshire Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 14th | Fri, 29 May | Lancashire Women vs Somerset Women | Manchester, Emirates Old Trafford | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 15th | Fri, 29 May | Yorkshire Women vs Essex Women | Leeds, Headingley | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 16th | Fri, 29 May | Hampshire Women vs Surrey Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 17th | Sun, 31 May | Essex Women vs Lancashire Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 18th | Sun, 31 May | Surrey Women vs Somerset Women | London, Kennington Oval | 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM |
| 19th | Sun, 31 May | The Blaze Women vs Durham Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 12:15 PM | 4:45 PM |
Week 3: 5–9 June 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20th | Fri, 5 Jun | Yorkshire Women vs Durham Women | Leeds, Headingley | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 21st | Fri, 5 Jun | Essex Women vs Essex Women* | London, Kennington Oval | 2:15 PM | 6:45 PM |
| 22nd | Fri, 5 Jun | The Blaze Women vs Warwickshire Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 23rd | Sun, 7 Jun | Essex Women vs Hampshire Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 2:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 24th | Sun, 7 Jun | Somerset Women vs Warwickshire Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 25th | Sun, 7 Jun | The Blaze Women vs Lancashire Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| 26th | Tue, 9 Jun | Durham Women vs Yorkshire Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 2:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 27th | Tue, 9 Jun | Lancashire Women vs Hampshire Women | Blackpool, Stanley Park | 3:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
Week 4: 26–28 June 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28th | Fri, 26 Jun | Warwickshire Women vs Surrey Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 29th | Fri, 26 Jun | Somerset Women vs Durham Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 30th | Fri, 26 Jun | Hampshire Women vs Yorkshire Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 31st | Sun, 28 Jun | Essex Women vs The Blaze Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 2:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 32nd | Sun, 28 Jun | Lancashire Women vs Warwickshire Women | Blackpool, Stanley Park | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 33rd | Sun, 28 Jun | Somerset Women vs Surrey Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 34th | Sun, 28 Jun | Hampshire Women vs Durham Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
Week 5: 1–5 July 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35th | Wed, 1 Jul | Warwickshire Women vs Essex Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 36th | Wed, 1 Jul | Yorkshire Women vs Lancashire Women | Leeds, Headingley | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 37th | Fri, 3 Jul | Durham Women vs Lancashire Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 6:30 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 38th | Fri, 3 Jul | Yorkshire Women vs Somerset Women | Leeds, Headingley | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 39th | Fri, 3 Jul | The Blaze Women vs Surrey Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 40th | Sun, 5 Jul | Essex Women vs Surrey Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 41st | Sun, 5 Jul | Durham Women vs The Blaze Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 42nd | Sun, 5 Jul | Warwickshire Women vs Yorkshire Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 43rd | Sun, 5 Jul | Hampshire Women vs Lancashire Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
Week 6: 7–12 July 2026
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Local Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44th | Tue, 7 Jul | Essex Women vs Somerset Women | Chelmsford, County Ground | 6:00 PM | 10:30 PM |
| 45th | Wed, 8 Jul | Surrey Women vs Warwickshire Women | London, Kennington Oval | 2:15 PM | 6:45 PM |
| 46th | Wed, 8 Jul | Hampshire Women vs The Blaze Women | Southampton, The Rose Bowl | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 47th | Fri, 10 Jul | Durham Women vs Essex Women | Chester-le-Street, Riverside Ground | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 48th | Fri, 10 Jul | Warwickshire Women vs Hampshire Women | Birmingham, Edgbaston | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 49th | Fri, 10 Jul | Lancashire Women vs Yorkshire Women | Manchester, Emirates Old Trafford | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 50th | Fri, 10 Jul | The Blaze Women vs Somerset Women | Nottingham, Trent Bridge | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 51st | Sun, 12 Jul | Lancashire Women vs Durham Women | Manchester, Emirates Old Trafford | 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
| 52nd | Sun, 12 Jul | Yorkshire Women vs The Blaze Women | Leeds, Headingley | 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
| 53rd | Sun, 12 Jul | Surrey Women vs Hampshire Women | London, Kennington Oval | 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
| 54th | Sun, 12 Jul | Somerset Women vs Essex Women | Taunton, Cooper Associates County Ground | 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
Finals Day: 17 July 2026 — Kennington Oval, London
| Match | Time (BST) | IST |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Semi-Final 2 | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Final | 6:45 PM | 11:15 PM |
All three knockout matches on Finals Day will be played at the Kennington Oval, London, one of the most iconic cricket grounds in the world.
Women’s T20 Blast 2026 Teams
The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 features 18 county teams split across two leagues. Below are the nine teams competing in League One (Tier 1), the top tier of the competition:
- Surrey Women (Defending Champions)
- Essex Women
- Hampshire Women (Hampshire Hawks Women)
- Lancashire Women (Lancashire Thunder Women)
- Somerset Women
- Warwickshire Women (Birmingham Bears Women)
- Yorkshire Women
- Durham Women
- The Blaze Women
The remaining nine counties compete in League Two (Tier 2), which runs its own separate group stage and Finals Day. League Two is designed to promote competitive depth and provide a pathway for developing counties.
Women’s T20 Blast 2026 Live Streaming & TV Channels
Here is how fans around the world can catch the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 live action:
United Kingdom
- ECB Website (ecb.co.uk) — Free streaming of non-televised matches
- England Cricket App — Free live streaming
- County YouTube Channels — Individual counties stream their home matches for free
- Sky Sports Cricket — Selected matches, including Finals Day (subscription required)
- BBC Local Radio — Ball-by-ball commentary on all matches
India
- FanCode (App & Website) — Primary streaming partner for the Women’s T20 Blast in India. Monthly subscriptions start at approximately ₹199.
- SonyLIV — Has historically carried T20 Blast coverage in the Indian subcontinent; check closer to tournament dates for confirmation.
Rest of the World
- ECB Website & England Cricket App — Free streaming for non-televised matches, available globally
- County YouTube Channels — Free access to home matches (availability may vary by region)
The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 is one of the most accessible domestic women’s cricket competitions in the world, with multiple free streaming options ensuring that fans everywhere can follow the action.
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Conclusion: Women’s T20 Blast 2026 Runs From 22 May to 17 July
The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark tournament for women’s domestic cricket in England and Wales. With 18 counties competing across two competitive tiers, a structured league-and-knockout format, and Finals Day at the iconic Kennington Oval, the stage is set for some truly memorable cricket.
Whether you are following the defending champions Surrey Women, cheering for an underdog like Essex or Durham, or simply tuning in for the thrill of T20 cricket, the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 schedule has something for every fan. The tournament runs from 22 May to 17 July 2026, giving fans nearly two months of non-stop action.
Make sure you save the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 fixtures, set reminders for the key matches, and get ready for an incredible summer of women’s cricket. See you at the Oval for Finals Day!
