T20 World Cup begins with England hosting Sri Lanka on Friday
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:58 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Women's T20 World Cup starts this Friday, with England facing Sri Lanka at Edgbaston. Australia is favored to win the tournament, despite tough competition from India and South Africa. Each of the twelve teams is divided into two groups, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals. Former England spinner Alex Hartley provides insights and predictions on key players and potential surprises.
- •Australia has not won a global tournament since 2024.
- •India aims to build on their 50-over World Cup victory.
- •South Africa has reached finals but seeks a breakthrough win.
- •The tournament features twelve teams, with two advancing from each group.
- •Predictions include group-stage exits for Pakistan and Bangladesh.
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"Predictions, players to watch and who will win? BBC Test Match Special's Alex Hartley shares her team-by-team guide to the Women's T20 World Cup.
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