ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Teams: Full Squads & Groups

Twelve teams will compete in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled from June 12 to July 5 across seven venues in England and Wales.

Defending champions New Zealand return to defend the crown they won in the UAE in 2024. Meanwhile, the Netherlands will make their Women’s T20 World Cup debut, adding fresh energy to the biggest field in tournament history.

This article covers every confirmed squad, group division, tournament format, key venues, and the players to watch. So whether you follow Australia, India, England, or any of the 12 participating nations, you will find all the details right here.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Quick Overview

Before jumping into each team’s squad, here is a snapshot of the tournament essentials. This table covers the dates, host country, format, and key milestones at a glance.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Groups

The 12 participating teams are split into two groups of six. Each team plays five group-stage matches, and the top two from each group qualify for the semi-finals.

Notably, Group 1 features the blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash, scheduled for June 14 at Edgbaston. Additionally, Group 2 has hosts England pitted against defending champions New Zealand, creating some mouth-watering early matchups.

Tournament Format Explained

The format is straightforward and similar to previous editions, although the expanded field adds an extra layer of competition.

• Group Stage: All teams play five matches within their group. Each side faces the other five teams once.
• Semi-Finals: The Group 1 winner faces the Group 2 runner-up, and vice versa. Both semis will be held at The Oval in London.
• Final: The title clash takes place at Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 5. This marks the first time Lord’s, the ‘Home of Cricket,’ will host a Women’s T20 World Cup final.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Teams And Full Squads

Here is the complete list of confirmed squads for all 12 teams. Sri Lanka and West Indies had not yet confirmed their official squads at the time of writing. This section will receive updates as soon as announcements drop.

Australia

Full Squad: Sophie Molineux (c), Nicola Carey, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham

India

Full Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav

England

Full Squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

New Zealand (Defending Champions)

Full Squad: Melie Kerr (c), Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Flora Devonshire, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Nensi Patel, Georgia Plimmer, Izzy Sharp, Lea Tahuhu

South Africa

Full Squad: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk

Pakistan

Full Squad: Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab

West Indies

Full Squad: To Be Announced (Expected: Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Afy Fletcher, Qiana Joseph, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Zaida James, and others)

Bangladesh

Full Squad: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Sultana Khatun, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Taj Nehar

Sri Lanka

Full Squad: To Be Announced (Expected: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika De Silva, Inoka Ranaweera, and others)

Ireland

Full Squad: Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell

Scotland

Full Squad: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul

Netherlands

Full Squad: Babette de Leede (c), Caroline de Lange, Frederique Overdijk, Hannah Landheer, Heather Siegers, Iris Zwilling, Isabel van der Woning, Lara Leemhuis, Myrthe van den Raad, Phebe Molkenboer, Robine Rijke, Rosalie Lawrence, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis

How Each Team Qualified for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Not all 12 teams took the same route to England. Here is a breakdown of each qualification pathway.

Final Thoughts: 12 Teams Ready To Chase T20 World Cup Glory

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises to be the most competitive edition yet. With 12 teams, iconic English venues, and the final at Lord’s, every cricket fan has a reason to tune in.

From Australia’s pursuit of a seventh title to New Zealand’s farewell tour for Devine and Bates, from India’s quest to add a T20 trophy to their ODI crown, to the Netherlands’ dream debut, the storylines are rich.

Bookmark this page for updated squads and match results as the tournament unfolds. For tickets and official updates, visit the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 website.