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

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:14 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

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

Summary

England's women's cricket team is set to face Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's on July 5, 2026. The match is significant as England seeks to emulate recent successes in women's sports, including football and rugby championships. England has secured victories in every Women’s World Cup hosted in their country, but they enter this final on the back of eight consecutive defeats to Australia, including a comprehensive loss in the last Ashes series. England’s head coach Charlotte Edwards emphasizes a strong belief in the team's ability to overcome their historical struggles against their rivals.

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By the Numbers

•Final match at Lord's begins at 2:30 PM on July 5.
•England has won all previous Women's World Cups hosted in their country.
•Australia leads the head-to-head record in World Cup encounters at 6-0.
•England aims to break an eight-match losing streak against Australia.
•Nat Sciver-Brunt highlights the chance to be part of a significant movement in women's sports.

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