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Australia and Netherlands compete in Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 9:24 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Australia and Netherlands compete in Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match

Summary

Australia faces the Netherlands in the Women's T20 World Cup at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on June 20, 2026. The match commenced at 10:30 AM local time, with a vibrant crowd supporting the Dutch team. Australia has made some changes, including the return of Ash Gardner after an ankle injury and Lucy Hamilton replacing Megan Schutt. The match is currently ongoing, with both teams aiming to capitalize on their strengths.

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Status Watch

•Match at Rose Bowl in Southampton started at 10:30 AM local.
•Australia's Ash Gardner returns from injury for this match.
•Lucy Hamilton replaces Megan Schutt in the Australian lineup.
•Significant Dutch support observed in the crowd.

Latest Updates

9:24 AMThe Guardian Sport — Australia v Netherlands: Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – live

What they're saying

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Updates from the match at the Rose Bowl Start time in Southampton is 10.30am local/7.30pm AEST Any thoughts? Send Megan an email There’s a significant amount of orange in the crowd today – the Dutch will have some great support as they take on the formidable Australian team. A couple of changes for Australia, with Ash Gardner recovering from her ankle injury to return to the side, replacing Grace Harris, and Lucy Hamilton coming in for Megan Schutt. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Megan Maurice

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