ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Full Squad List, Captains & Team Previews
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be the most electrifying edition of the tournament yet. Twelve nations are now going to compete with each other for the sport's biggest prize in women's cricket. The tournament will take place from June 12 to July 5, 2026. Defending champions New Zealand will be hoping to retain the crown they claimed in the UAE in 2024. But with powerhouses like India, Australia, England, and South Africa lurking, the tournament seems to be more competitive than ever.
Groups at a Glance
The 12 teams have been divided into two groups of six. The top two from each group will move to the semi-finals at The Oval. The final will be played at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London on July 5.
Group 1: Australia, Bangladesh, India, Netherlands, Pakistan, South Africa
Group 2: England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, Sri Lanka, West Indies
Group 1 Teams: Full Squads and Captains
Australia women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Sophie Molineux
Full Squad: Sophie Molineux (c), Ashleigh Gardner (vc), Tahlia McGrath (vc), Nicola Carey, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham. Travelling reserve: Tahlia Wilson.
Key storylines: Australia made a notable selection by picking 20-year-old left-arm fast bowler Lucy Hamilton instead of Darcie Brown. Hamilton recently debuted in T20Is in March 2026 against the West Indies and adds rare left-arm pace to the squad. Grace Harris returns after missing the Caribbean tour, while veteran Ellyse Perry remains a key player. The six-time champions, Australia, will start their tournament against South Africa at Old Trafford on June 13.
Bangladesh women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Nigar Sultana Joty
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.
Key storylines: Bangladesh has kept almost the same squad that performed well in the Global Qualifier in Nepal, with only one major change—top-order batter Taj Nehar, who returns to international cricket after last playing in January 2025. Their main strength will be spin bowling, led by Nahida Akter, which they will rely on even in English conditions that may offer some turn.
India women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Harmanpreet Kaur
Full Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav.
Key storylines: India’s squad has exciting new talent. There is now an uncapped player, Nandani Sharma, who impressed in the 2026 WPL with 17 wickets in 10 matches for the Delhi Capitals. She replaces injured players Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam. Bharti Fulmali, Shree Charani, and Kranti Gaud are also making their first World Cup appearances. India will play Pakistan in a highly anticipated Group 1 match at Edgbaston on June 14.
Netherlands women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Babette de Leede
Full Squad: 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.
Key storylines: The Netherlands secured qualification with strong performances at the Global Qualifiers in Nepal. Their key player is top-order batter Sterre Kalis, who brings international experience from playing in England’s The Hundred. The team enters the tournament as underdogs, with little pressure and a chance to gain valuable experience against top sides.
Pakistan women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Fatima Sana
Full Squad: Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali (wk), Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.
Key storylines: Five players — Eyman Fatima, Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Saira Jabeen, and Tasmia Rubab — will make their Women’s T20 World Cup debut in 2026. Pakistan warmed up with a tri-series in Dublin against Ireland and the West Indies, gaining useful experience in conditions similar to England. Their Group 1 opener against India is one of the most highly anticipated matches of the tournament.
South Africa women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Laura Wolvaardt
Full 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, Chloe Tryon, Dané van Niekerk.
Key storylines: South Africa’s squad is highlighted by the surprise return of Shabnim Ismail, who comes out of retirement to join Marizanne Kapp with the new ball after last playing at the 2023 home World Cup. Dané van Niekerk returns from a calf injury, while Karabo Meso is back after recovering from a wrist issue. All-rounder Kayla Reyneke also stands out as a rising talent.
Group 2 Teams: Full Squads and Captains
England women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Nat Sciver-Brunt
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.
Key storylines: England made a bold move by selecting a 16-year-old left-arm spinner, Tilly Corteen-Coleman. She earned her place after taking 17 wickets across two seasons in The Hundred for Southern Brave. Pacers Issy Wong and Lauren Filer are also set for their first T20 World Cup, while experienced opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge will play her eighth tournament. Tammy Beaumont and injured leg-spinner Sarah Glenn were left out, with Glenn recovering from a broken finger. England will open the tournament against Sri Lanka on June 12.
Ireland women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Gaby Lewis
Full Squad: Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector.
Key storylines: Six players in Ireland’s squad — Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, and Alice Tector — will be making their Women’s T20 World Cup debuts in England. Eighteen-year-old Alice Tector, sister of men’s internationals Harry and Tim Tector, joined the squad late after former captain Laura Delany withdrew due to injury. Ireland also prepared with a tri-series in Dublin against Pakistan and the West Indies ahead of the tournament.
New Zealand women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Melie Kerr
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.
Key storylines: This tournament marks the end of an era for New Zealand, with Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates, and Lea Tahuhu all set to retire from international cricket after the 2026 World Cup. Devine and Bates have featured in every Women’s T20 World Cup since 2009, making this their 10th and final appearance. A farewell tribute, possibly including a guard of honour at Lord’s, is expected. Meanwhile, Nensi Patel and Izzy Sharp receive their first World Cup call-ups.
Scotland women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Kathryn Bryce
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.
Key storylines: The standout inclusion is Kirstie Gordon, a left-arm spinner with a long international journey—she debuted for Scotland in 2012, later played for England from 2018, lost her central contract in 2021, and has now returned to the Scottish setup.
Scotland’s squad also features youthful energy, with three players from their 2025 Under-19 World Cup team: bowlers Gabriella Fontenla and Maisie Maceira, plus wicketkeeper Pippa Sproul.
Sri Lanka women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Chamari Athapaththu
Full Squad: 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, Mithali Ayodhya.
Key storylines: Sri Lanka begins the tournament against hosts England on June 12 in a high-energy opener. A key battle to watch will be Chamari Athapaththu against England’s strong spin attack of Sophie Ecclestone, Alice Capsey (Dean), and Tilly Corteen-Coleman. Sri Lanka’s own spin-focused bowling unit may also benefit from English conditions if the pitches offer turn.
West Indies women squad 2026 World Cup
Captain: Hayley Matthews
Full Squad: 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.
Key storylines: West Indies are led by experienced stars Deandra Dottin and Stafanie Taylor, forming a veteran core that few teams can match. Taylor remains one of the greatest all-rounders in women’s cricket history. Alongside Hayley Matthews, the batting unit has strong firepower capable of beating any side, as shown during their 2024 semi-final run. They begin their Group 2 campaign against defending champions New Zealand in Hampshire on June 13.
Full Squads Table
| S.No | Team | Captain | Vice-Captain | Full Squad |
| 1 | Australia | Sophie Molineux | — | Sophie Molineux, Nicola Carey, Ash 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. (Reserve: Tahlia Wilson) |
| 2 | Bangladesh | Nigar Sultana Joty | — | Nigar Sultana Joty, Nahida Akter, 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. |
| 3 | England *(Hosts)* | Nat Sciver-Brunt | Charlie Dean | Nat Sciver-Brunt, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge. |
| 4 | India | Harmanpreet Kaur | Smriti Mandhana | Harmanpreet Kaur, 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. |
| 5 | Ireland | Gaby Lewis | — | Gaby Lewis, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Cara Murray, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Alice Tector, Leah Paul, Louise Little, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride. |
| 6 | Netherlands | Babette de Leede | — | Babette de Leede, 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. |
| 7 | New Zealand | Melie Kerr | — | Melie Kerr, 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. |
| 8 | Pakistan | Fatima Sana | Muneeba Ali | Fatima Sana, 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. |
| 9 | Scotland | Kathryn Bryce | — | Kathryn Bryce, 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. |
| 10 | South Africa | Laura Wolvaardt | — | Laura Wolvaardt, 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. |
| 11 | Sri Lanka | Chamari Athapaththu | — | Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Kararatne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dasanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Shashini Gimhani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Mithali Ayodhya. |
| 12 | West Indies | Hayley Matthews | — | Hayley Matthews, 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. |
Sources: ICC and BCCI
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams are making their Women's T20 World Cup debut in 2026?
The Netherlands is the only team making its Women's T20 World Cup debut in 2026. It is also their first appearance at any women's cricket World Cup since 2000.
Which teams qualified through the Global Qualifier?
Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands all secured their spots at the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup through the Global Qualifier held in Nepal in January and February 2026.
Has any team won the Women's T20 World Cup more than once?
Yes, Australia has won it six times. It is the most successful team in the tournament's history.
Which teams have never won the Women's T20 World Cup?
India, South Africa, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, New Zealand (prior to 2024), Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands have never won the title. The teams are still chasing their first title.
What is Australia's record at the Women's T20 World Cup?
Australia holds six titles of the tournament. They have been the dominant force across most editions.
Who is the captain of the Indian women's team?
Harmanpreet Kaur is the captain of the Indian women's team across all formats.
Which Group 1 match fans are most excited for?
The India vs Australia clash at Lord's on June 28 is the standout Group 1 fixture. Fans are excited to see both competing against each other.
Which Group 2 match is the most anticipated?
The opening match of the entire tournament, England vs Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12, is the most eagerly awaited Group 2 fixture.