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Women's T20 World Cup sets attendance records in England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 4:54 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Women's T20 World Cup sets attendance records in England
Summary

The Women's T20 World Cup, hosted by England, showcased the women's game with record-breaking attendance. A total of 245,815 fans attended the tournament, averaging 9,833 per match across 25 fixtures. Beth Barrett-Wild, tournament director, highlighted the event's role in increasing visibility for women's cricket. She emphasized the need for continued efforts to shift perceptions of cricket as a predominantly male sport. Barrett-Wild anticipates a rise in participation among young girls following the event.

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  • •245,815 fans attended the Women's T20 World Cup.
  • •Average attendance was approximately 9,833 fans per match.
  • •Beth Barrett-Wild addressed ongoing challenges facing women's cricket.
  • •The tournament broke records for both attendance and broadcast audiences.
  • •Barrett-Wild anticipates increased youth involvement in cricket.
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  • 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — T20 World Cup boosted 'visibility' of women's game
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The tournament's director says the event broke records for attendances and broadcast audiences.

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