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England faces Australia in Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 8:31 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

England faces Australia in Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's
Summary

England meets Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's. England advanced by defeating South Africa in the semi-finals, while Australia remained unbeaten throughout the tournament. Historically, England has struggled against Australia in World Cup finals, losing six times across formats. The team, now under the guidance of Charlotte Edwards, aims to overcome psychological hurdles from previous encounters, including two recent defeats to Australia. Both teams are competing for the title, with stakes high at this prestigious venue.

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  • •England defeated South Africa to reach the final.
  • •Australia enters the final unbeaten in the tournament.
  • •England has lost six previous World Cup finals against Australia.
  • •Charlotte Edwards aims to lead England to a historic win.
  • •The final takes place at Lord's, increasing the stakes.
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  • 8:31 AMBBC Sport — Do Australia have mental edge over England before final?
What they're saying
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How can England overcome the psychological challenges of playing against Australia when they meet at the Women's T20 World Cup final?

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