Watch the Women's T20 World Cup Free on the Sky Sports App

Sky Sports has announced that every one of the twelve group‑stage matches featuring England, Scotland and Ireland, together with the semi‑finals and the championship decider of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, will be available at no cost through the Sky Sports mobile application. Fans across the United Kingdom and Ireland will be able to stream all of the home nations’ pool games without needing a subscription.

In addition, the opening fixtures for each side and the tournament’s final will be carried free‑to‑air on Sky Mix, ensuring that the most pivotal moments are accessible to the widest possible audience. The tournament’s inaugural match – England versus Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June – will enjoy a multi‑platform rollout. It will be shown on the flagship Sky One channel, streamed on Sky Sports’ official YouTube channel, and broadcast across Sky Sports’ linear television channels, giving viewers numerous ways to tune in.

These distribution choices are designed to maximise viewership and generate a broad fan base for the competition, which will culminate with the final at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday, 5 July. To take advantage of the free streams, simply download the latest version of the Sky Sports App to your smartphone or tablet using the links provided below. The app is compatible with iOS 14 and later, as well as Android 8 and later. New Zealand enter the tournament as defending champions, while England are eager to claim the title for the first time since they lifted the inaugural trophy in 2009 on home soil.

England’s recent history in the event has been modest, with group‑stage exits in both 2010 and 2024. As the exclusive broadcaster of the competition, Sky Sports and its streaming arm NOW will deliver live coverage of every ball, from the first delivery at Edgbaston to the final wicket at Lord’s. The coverage will be enriched by expert analysis from former England captain Nasser Hussain, former England women’s cricketer Natasha Farrant, and seasoned presenter Hannah Wilkes. Key benefits of the Sky Sports App include: * No contractual commitment – you can stream cricket without a long‑term deal.

* Access to the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast for deeper insight. * Direct connection to Sky Sports via WhatsApp for updates.

* Optimised video playback when using the Chrome browser. The Women’s T20 World Cup kicks off a memorable summer of women’s cricket on Sky Sports. The schedule also features a landmark first women’s Test match at Lord’s between England and India, slated to begin on 10 July, and the return of The Hundred later in the month.

Jonathan Licht, Sky’s Chief Sports Officer for the UK & Ireland, explained the strategic importance of the free‑to‑watch model: “We see this summer as a potential turning point for women’s cricket. By offering a large portion of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at no charge, we hope to attract new fans, nurture existing ones, and inspire the next generation of players.

Sky Sports is more than a broadcaster; we are an active partner in the sport’s growth, collaborating closely with the ICC and ECB to maximise the impact of these moments.” Sanjog Gupta, CEO of the International Cricket Council, echoed this sentiment: “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is a marquee event that offers a unique opportunity to bring new supporters into the game. Sky Sports’ decision to widen access across screens and venues aligns perfectly with our ambition to broaden the sport’s reach.

Making the tournament available to everyone, on any device, helps us deepen engagement, grow the fan base, and ensure women’s cricket receives the recognition it deserves on both national and global stages.” Tournament director Beth Barrett‑Wild added: “The 2026 edition promises world‑class talent, thrilling performances, and unforgettable moments across spectacular venues in England and Wales. We are delighted that a larger audience will be able to experience the action live thanks to Sky Sports’ extensive coverage plan.

With marquee matches such as the Edgbaston opener on 12 June and the Lord’s final on 5 July offered free to all, the stage is set for a World Cup that will create new heroes and win lifelong fans for women’s cricket.” Below is the full match schedule, with games highlighted in bold indicating they are free on the Sky Sports App: **Friday 12 June** – England vs Sri Lanka, Edgbaston, 18:30 **Saturday 13 June** – Scotland vs Ireland, Old Trafford, 10:30 **Saturday 13 June** – Australia vs South Africa, Old Trafford, 14:30 **Saturday 13 June** – West Indies vs New Zealand, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 **Sunday 14 June** – Bangladesh vs Netherlands, Edgbaston, 10:30 **Sunday 14 June** – India vs Pakistan, Edgbaston, 14:30 **Tuesday 16 June** – New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Hampshire Bowl, 14:30 **Tuesday 16 June** – England vs Ireland, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 **Wednesday 17 June** – Australia vs Bangladesh, Headingley, 10:30 **Wednesday 17 June** – India vs Netherlands, Headingley, 14:30 **Wednesday 17 June** – South Africa vs Pakistan, Edgbaston, 18:30 **Thursday 18 June** – West Indies vs Scotland, Headingley, 18:30 **Friday 19 June** – New Zealand vs Ireland, Hampshire Bowl, 18:30 **Saturday 20 June** – Australia vs Netherlands, Hampshire Bowl, 10:30 **Saturday 20 June** – Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Hampshire Bowl, 14:30 **Saturday 20 June** – England vs Scotland, Headingley, 18:30 **Sunday 21 June** – West Indies vs Sri Lanka, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 **Sunday 21 June** – South Africa vs India, Old Trafford, 14:30 **Tuesday 23 June** – New Zealand vs Scotland, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 **Tuesday 23 June** – Sri Lanka vs Ireland, Bristol County Ground, 14:30 **Tuesday 23 June** – Australia vs Pakistan, Headingley, 18:30 **Wednesday 24 June** – England vs West Indies, Lord’s, 18:30 **Thursday 25 June** – India vs Bangladesh, Old Trafford, 14:30 **Thursday 25 June** – South Africa vs Netherlands, Bristol County Ground, 18:30 **Friday 26 June** – Sri Lanka vs Scotland, Old Trafford, 18:30 **Saturday 27 June** – Pakistan vs Netherlands, Bristol County Ground, 10:30 **Saturday 27 June** – West Indies vs Ireland, Bristol County Ground, 14:30 **Saturday 27 June** – England vs New Zealand, The Oval, 18:30 **Sunday 28 June** – South Africa vs Bangladesh, Lord’s, 10:30 **Sunday 28 June** – Australia vs India, Lord’s, 14:30 **Tuesday 30 June** – Semi‑Final 1 (TBC vs TBC), The Oval, 14:30 **Thursday 2 July** – Semi‑Final 2 (TBC vs TBC), The Oval, 18:30 **Sunday 5 July** – Final (TBC vs TBC), Lord’s, 14:30 All matches are broadcast live on Sky Sports, with UK and Ireland times listed. Games shown in bold are accessible without a subscription via the Sky Sports App. For more information, consult Sky’s Privacy Notice at https://www.sky.com/help/articles/sky-privacy-and-cookies-notice and read the Terms & Conditions before using the app. Whether you prefer a traditional TV subscription or a contract‑free streaming experience with NOW, you can watch every Women’s T20 World Cup match in England from 12 June through 5 July live on Sky Sports.