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MANCHESTER: Georgia Wareham delivered with bat and ball to power Australia to a 65-run win over South Africa in the third match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Opting to bat first at the Old Trafford Ground, Australia racked up 172-8 in 20 overs, largely due to Phoebe Litchfield’s quick-fire half-century.

Australia were in trouble with four down for 61 after the powerplay, despite Litchfield’s counter-attacking half-century. Litchfield made 50 off 24, striking nine fours and six before getting dismissed after the fielding restrictions were lifted.

It was Ellyse Perry and Georgia Wareham, who put the innings back on track with a 58-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Perry scored 36 off 26, hitting four boundaries. Wareham hit six fours in her 32 off 22 deliveries.

Annabel Sutherland provided the innings with a late flourish, ensuring her side reached a strong total. She made 21 from 14 balls.

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For South Africa, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, and Nadine de Klerk picked up two wickets each.

In reply, South Africa were bowled out for 107 inside 17 overs, thanks to a Georgia Wareham three-wicket haul.

The Proteas were in dire straits at the start of their innings with 7-2 in 1.5 overs.

Skipper Laura Wolvaardt and Nadine de Klerk launched a swift recovery, adding 41 for the third wicket partnership. Wolvaardt made 44 off 39 balls while De Klerk made 25 off 23.

Wareham broke the threatening stand in the seventh over, cleaning up De Klerk.

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Despite the wicket, Wolvaardt held the innings, stitching another brief 34-run partnership with Marizanne Kapp, who made only 12.

Both batters’ dismissals in quick succession sparked a collapse that South Africa could never recover from. As a result, South Africa,  96-5 to 107 all out.

Earlier, Scotland prevailed over Ireland by 40 runs at the same venue.

Scotland set Ireland 162 to win in 20 overs, with Kathryn Bryce top-scoring with a 60 off 39 balls. Bryce hit six boundaries and a maximum in her knock. She was ably supported by Sarah Bryce, who made 49 off 35 deliveries.

Ava Canning scalped three wickets for Ireland in her quota of four overs.

In reply, Ireland were bundled out for 121 in 19.1 overs. Orla Prendergast remained the highest scorer for them with 33 off 23 balls.

For Scotland, Katherine Fraser and Kirstie Gordon shared six wickets between them.

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COLOMBO: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have unveiled their 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, with veteran all-rounder Chamari Athapaththu set to captain the side in the tournament scheduled to be held in England and Wales.

The squad features a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging talent as Sri Lanka aim to make a strong impression on the global stage.

Several players have earned maiden World Cup call-ups, highlighting the team’s transition towards a younger core ahead of the prestigious event.

Among those set for their first appearance at a Women’s T20 World Cup are Imesha Dulani, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara and Mithali Ayodhya.

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Athapaththu will once again spearhead the side, supported by a number of established names including Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva and Kaveesha Dilhari.

Sri Lanka head into the tournament on the back of a successful T20I series sweep and will hope to carry that momentum into the World Cup, where they have been placed in a challenging Group 2 alongside hosts England, defending champions New Zealand, the West Indies, Ireland, and Scotland.

The island nation will begin its campaign against England at Edgbaston on June 12 before taking on New Zealand in Southampton on June 16.

They will then face the West Indies and Ireland in Bristol on June 21 and June 23, respectively, before concluding the group stage against Scotland in Manchester on June 26.

Sri Lanka Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Chamari Athapaththu (captain), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Shashini Gimhani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara and Mithali Ayodhya.

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DUBLIN: Cricket Ireland have named the squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to begin on June 12 across England and Wales. 

Gaby Lewis will captain the side for the first time in the mega event, which also includes four players making their World Cup debut. Among those are  Ava Canning, Christina Colter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Aimee Maguire, and Lara McBride.

The batting order will be comprised of Leah Paul, Amy Hunter, and Orla Prendergast, alongside Rebecca Stokell.

The most senior member in the squad is former captain and all-rounder Laura Delany. The 33-year-old is set to become the first Ireland Women’s player to take 100 T20I wickets.

Ireland are added to Group 2 alongside hosts England, Sri Lanka, Scotland, West Indies and the defending champions New Zealand.

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They will play their opening game against Scotland on 13 June at Old Trafford before locking horns against England on 16 June.

For the unversed, the 10th edition of the tournament will feature 12 teams and 33 matches spread across seven venues, culminating in the final at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 5.

Hosts England will kick off proceedings against Sri Lanka on June 12 at Edgbaston, which will also stage the high-voltage India-Pakistan encounter two days later.

The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, scheduled for June 30 and July 2 at The Oval.

Ireland squad

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

Ireland’s Women’s T20 World Cup fixtures

v Scotland: June 13, Old Trafford, 10:30 AM
v England: June 16, Hampshire Bowl, 6:30 PM
v New Zealand: June 19, Hampshire Bowl, 6:30 PM
v Sri Lanka: June 23, Bristol County Ground, 2:30 PM
v West Indies: June 27, Bristol County Ground, 2:30 PM

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The squads for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 are gradually being finalised, with all participating nations officially confirming their player lists ahead of the tournament opener on June 12 in England.

The 10th edition of the tournament will feature 12 teams and 33 matches spread across seven venues, culminating in the final at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 5.

Hosts England will kick off proceedings against Sri Lanka on June 12 at Edgbaston, which will also stage the high-voltage India-Pakistan encounter two days later.

Pakistan have been drawn in a challenging Group A alongside defending champions Australia, India, South Africa, Bangladesh and tournament debutants the Netherlands.

Meanwhile, Group B comprises England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Ireland and Scotland.

The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, scheduled for June 30 and July 2 at The Oval.

Here are the confirmed squads announced so far for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026:

Group A

Australia: 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

Bangladesh: 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

India: 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

Netherlands: Babette de Leede (c), Caroline de Lange, Frédérique 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

Pakistan: 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

South Africa: 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

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Group B

England: 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

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

New Zealand: 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

Scotland: 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

Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Shashini Gimhani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara and Mithali Ayodhya.

West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Jannillea Glasgow, Jahzara Claxton, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Mandy Mangru, Shawnisha Hector

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KARACHI: Fatima Sana will lead the Pakistan squad in the tri-series in Ireland and the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales, the country’s cricket board announced on Saturday.

Pakistan will feature in a tri-series in Ireland, which also involves the West Indies women’s team. The tri-series will be played in Dublin from 28 May to 4 June, with Pakistan set to play four matches in the event.

The tournament will help Pakistan and the other two sides gear up for the 12-team ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place from 12 June to 5 July.

Among the 15 players selected, Eyman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Rameen Shamim, Saira Jabeen and Tasmia Rubab will feature in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time.

24-year-old Fatima, who will feature in her third ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, will captain the side for the second successive T20 World Cup after having led the team in the previous edition held in the UAE in 2024.

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Pakistan recently enjoyed a successful T20I series against Zimbabwe in Karachi, where the hosts secured a convincing 3-0 clean sweep. The series provided players with an opportunity to showcase their skills and prepare for the upcoming tournaments.

Ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales, Pakistan women’s team will play two warm-up fixtures against Sri Lanka on Saturday, 6 June and Scotland on Tuesday, 9 June. Both matches will take place in Derby.

Pakistan will begin their campaign against arch-rivals India on 14 June at Edgbaston in Birmingham.  They will take on South Africa in their second fixture on 17 June at the same venue.

Pakistan will then travel to Southampton to face Bangladesh at the Hampshire Bowl on 20 June. Their fourth fixture will be against Australia at Headingley in Leeds on 23 June, while their final group-stage match will be against the Netherlands at the Bristol County Ground in Bristol on 27 June.

The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, scheduled for 30 June and 2 July, respectively. The final will be staged at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on 5 July.

Pakistan squad for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Diana Baig, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (wk), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Pervaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Tasmia Rubab and Tuba Hassan

Reserves: Amber Kainat, Momina Riasat, Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah and Umm-e-Hani

Player support personnel: Ayesha Ashhar (manager), Wahab Riaz (mentor/head coach), Abdur Rehman (spin bowling coach), Umaid Asif (fast bowling coach), Abdul Majeed (fielding coach), Imran Farhat (batting coach), Muhammad Arslan (media manager for tri-series only), Raza Kitchlew (media manager for World Cup), Waleed Ahmed (analyst), Moeen (strength and conditioning coach), Alveena Awan (team doctor), Tehreem Sumbal (physiotherapist) and Kiran Shahzadi (masseuse)

Pakistan fixtures in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

14 June v India, Birmingham

17 June v South Africa, Birmingham

20 June v Bangladesh, Southampton

23 June v Australia, Headingley

27 June v Netherlands, Bristol

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Australia fast bowler Darcie Brown was a surprise omission from the 15-player squad, named on Wednesday, for next month’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England.

The squad will be captained by experienced all-rounder Sophie Molineux in the first World Cup since the retirement of Australia great Alyssa Healy, with Ashleigh Gardner and Tahlia McGrath as deputies.

“Darcie Brown was unlucky to miss out, but the decision was based on the conditions we’re expecting and the make-up of the side,” selector Shawn Flegler said.

“These squads are never easy to select, but we’re confident with the balance and stability we’ve got across the group.”

Left-arm fast bowler Lucy Hamilton comes in for her first World Cup in place of Brown.

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“With at least six right-arm pace options in the mix and raw pace expected to be less effective, we opted to go with Lucy Hamilton, who offers something different as a left-arm quick,” said Flegler.

“Grace Harris comes into the side having missed the recent series against the West Indies. She’s a handy all-round option and someone who can take the game away from an opposition.”

New Zealand were shock winners in 2024 but did so without having to face Australia or England, the world’s two top-ranked T20 teams.

The tournament takes place in England beginning on June 12. The final is at Lord’s in London on July 5.

Australia are in Group A with South Africa, India, Bangladesh, the Netherlands, and Pakistan. They will open their campaign against South Africa at Old Trafford in Manchester on June 13.

Australia women’s T20 World Cup squad

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

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Former South Africa fast bowler Shabnim Ismail has reversed her retirement and is set for a surprise return to international cricket after being named in the squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales.

The 37-year-old had retired from international cricket in 2023 but will now make her comeback for the global event, strengthening South Africa’s pace attack with her vast experience and express speed.

Ismail’s return will see her reunite with long-time new-ball partner Marizanne Kapp, who has also been included after recovering from illness.

Former captain Dane van Niekerk retained her place in the squad as well after returning from retirement last year and featuring in nine internationals since her comeback.

South Africa will be captained by Laura Wolvaardt, while experienced players including Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon and Ayabonga Khaka were also named in the squad.

There was also a maiden Women’s T20 World Cup call-up for young batter Kayla Reyneke, the former South Africa Under-19 captain known for her aggressive batting approach.

Meanwhile, wicketkeeper-batter Karabo Meso returned to the national side after recovering from a wrist injury. Meso was previously part of the Under-19 team led by Reyneke that reached the final in 2025.

Head coach Mandla Mashimbyi welcomed Ismail’s comeback and said her presence would add valuable experience to the squad.

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“Having someone like Shabnim back adds a lot of value to the group,” Mashimbyi said in a Cricket South Africa release.

“We had good conversations, and you could see the hunger she still has to represent South Africa and help this team achieve something special. We’re also pleased to have players like Marizanne, Dane and Karabo available again.”

Despite retiring from international cricket, Ismail remained active on the franchise circuit and continued to feature in tournaments such as the Women’s Premier League, Women’s Big Bash League and The Hundred.

Mashimbyi added that South Africa remain focused on their process despite entering the tournament with title ambitions.

“Every team goes to a World Cup wanting to win it, and we are no different,” he said. “But for us it’s about staying in love with the process, taking it one game at a time and continuing to improve as the tournament advances.”

South Africa women’s convenor of selectors Clinton du Preez also stressed the importance of continuity while explaining the squad selection.

“Keeping the core of the group together was important to us because this is a squad that has built strong experience, combinations and understanding over time,” he said.

Notably, batter Anneke Bosch, who played a major role in South Africa’s run to the previous Women’s T20 World Cup final, was left out of the squad.

South Africa Women’s T20 World Cup squad

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

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Bangladesh’s cricket board announced on Sunday that star batter Taj Nehar was back in the squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales, with Nigar Sultana leading the 15-member team.

Bangladesh depart for Edinburgh on May 25 for a tri-series against Scotland and then the Netherlands before travelling to Loughborough for the official warm-up matches.

Pacer Sharmin Sultana, who featured in the last home T20I series against Sri Lanka, has been left out of the team, with Nehar taking her spot.

The side includes two specialist pacers in Marufa Akter and Fariha Islam Trisna, with Ritu Moni as part-time medium bowler.

Chief selector Sajjad Ahmed set a target of three wins from five group stage matches.

“In the World Cup, we have five matches, excluding the two practice matches. Among those five, we hope to win three,” Sajjad told reporters after the announcement.

“Our targets are Netherlands, then Pakistan, South Africa — we are working very hard on those three.”

The chief selector also acknowledged a lack of pace bowling depth.

“We don’t have many pacers in our pipeline. Most of the time, the important ones get injured at crucial moments. We have two pace bowlers — Fariha Islam, Trisna and Marufa Akter — with Ritu Moni as our third pacer,” he said.

Bangladesh T20 World Cup Squad

Nigar Sultana Joty (captain), Nahida Akter (vice captain), Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akter, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sultana Khatun, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Taj Nehar.

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LONDON: England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have named a 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Vetera all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead the side in his seventh World Cup appearance. The tournament is scheduled to run from June 12 to July 5 across England.

Among the first-timers are 18-year-old spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman and the pace duo of Issy Wong and Lauren Filer.

Following the squad announcement, the Three Lions head coach, Charlotte Edwards, reflected on the player selection for the mega event, noting that naming the final squad was extremely challenging.

“The waiting and wondering is over,” Edwards said in a press release.

“We have named our ICC Women’s T20 World Cup squad and there is no doubt that it has been incredibly tough to get to these 15 names,” she continued.

“This is the hardest set of selection meetings I have been a part of because the pool of players to choose from is so strong and so many talented players have put their hand up to be a part of the squad, which is exactly what we want. That is the nature of world-class sport, and it is a privilege we don’t take lightly to be able to make these difficult decisions,” the head coach concluded.

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Meanwhile, skipper Sciver-Brunt termed the oppurtunity an honor to lead the side in a home event and expressed confidence in her team’s chances of lifting the trophy.

“It is a huge honour to be leading England into a T20 World Cup at home in front of family and friends and all our passionate supporters,” she said.

“We have all been looking forward to this summer and this tournament for some time now and the naming of the squad means it is almost here, and we can’t wait to get out onto the field and give it everything to win this World Cup again,” she added.

England Squad for T20 World Cup 2026

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, and Danni Wyatt-Hodge.

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DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record-breaking prize money pool for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, with the tournament set to feature expanded participation and increased financial rewards for teams.

The total prize fund for the 2026 edition has been set at US$8,764,615, marking a 10 per cent increase from the 2024 tournament and highlighting the continued commercial growth of women’s cricket globally.

The competition will also expand to 12 teams for the first time in its history.

Under the revised structure, the champions will receive US$2,340,000, while the runners-up will earn US$1,170,000.

Both losing semi-finalists will take home US$675,000 each, and every group-stage win will be rewarded with US$31,154. All participating teams are guaranteed a minimum of US$247,500.

ICC Chief Executive Sanjog Gupta welcomed the announcement, calling it a significant milestone in the continued rise of the women’s game.

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“The growth of women’s cricket continues to accelerate, and the expansion of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to 12 teams, combined with a record prize pool, underlines our commitment to building a stronger, more competitive global game,” the CEO said.

“The continued rise of women’s cricket through increased investment and opportunity reflects the growing influence and impact of female athletes on the global stage.”

He further said the expanded format and increased financial incentives reflect the ICC’s long-term commitment to building a more competitive and globally inclusive cricket ecosystem, while also recognising the growing impact of female athletes on the world stage.

Alongside the prize money announcement, the ICC also launched the official trophy tour, which began in London.

The trophy will be showcased at the centre of the square at Lord’s Cricket Ground, where a visual projection of its silhouette will be displayed on the iconic pavilion.

The tour will then travel across qualified European nations, including the Netherlands, Ireland, and Scotland, before moving through host cities across England in the lead-up to the tournament’s opening on June 12.

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