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

In addition, the opening fixtures for each side and the tournament’s climax will also be shown free‑to‑air on Sky Mix, giving even broader access to the key moments of the competition. The tournament’s very first match – England versus Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June – will enjoy a multi‑platform rollout. It will be aired on Sky One, streamed on Sky Sports’ official YouTube channel, and broadcast on the traditional linear Sky Sports channels, ensuring that viewers can tune in via whichever medium they prefer.

These distribution choices are designed to maximise the potential audience, allowing the biggest possible crowd to rally behind the event, which will culminate with the final at Lord’s on Sunday, 5 July. To take advantage of the free streams, simply download the most recent version of the Sky Sports App to your smartphone or tablet. Links for both iOS and Android devices are provided below the announcement.

New Zealand enter the competition as the defending champions, while England are eager to claim the title for the first time since they hosted and won the inaugural edition in 2009. Historically, England’s recent World Cup outings have been disappointing – they fell at the group stage in both 2010 and 2024 – adding extra motivation for the home side to perform. As the exclusive broadcaster of the tournament, Sky Sports and its streaming arm NOW will carry every ball, from the opening over at Edgbaston right through to the decisive delivery at Lord’s.

The coverage will be bolstered by in‑depth analysis from former cricketers and pundits such as Nasser Hussain, Natasha Farrant and Hannah Wilkes, offering viewers insight into tactics, player form and match‑changing moments. Key benefits of the Sky Sports App include: * No contract required – you can stream the matches without committing to a long‑term subscription. * A dedicated Sky Sports Cricket Podcast for deeper discussion and behind‑the‑scenes stories. * Direct updates via Sky Sports on WhatsApp for real‑time scores and news.

* Optimised playback when using the Chrome browser, which provides a more accessible video player. The Women’s T20 World Cup also kicks off a broader summer of women’s cricket on Sky Sports. Notably, a historic first women’s Test match between England and India will be staged at Lord’s starting on 10 July, and the return of The Hundred later in the month will add further excitement to the cricket calendar.

Jonathan Licht, Sky’s chief sports officer for the UK & Ireland, explained the strategic importance of the free‑to‑watch approach: “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 can reach new fans, nurture existing ones and inspire the next generation of players. Sky Sports is not merely a broadcaster; we are a partner in the sport’s growth, collaborating closely with the ICC and the ECB to amplify the impact of these moments.” Sanjog Gupta, CEO of the International Cricket Council, echoed this sentiment, stating, “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is a marquee event on the global sporting stage and a vital opportunity to attract new supporters to women’s cricket. Sky Sports’ decision to broaden access in the UK aligns perfectly with our ambition to make the game available across every screen and venue.

When cricket is accessible to everyone, we deepen engagement, grow the fan base and ensure women’s cricket occupies its rightful place in both national and international conversations.” Tournament director Beth Barrett‑Wild added, “The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup promises world‑class talent, unforgettable performances and moments that will be etched in cricket history. Our partnership with Sky Sports means that many of the marquee fixtures – including the Edgbaston opener on 12 June and the Lord’s final on 5 July – will be free for all to watch.

This accessibility sets the stage for a spectacular tournament where new stars will emerge and lifelong fans will be made.” The Sky Sports App is now available for download on iOS (version 14 and above) and Android (version 8 and above). Users are reminded to review Sky’s Privacy Notice, which details how personal data is handled, and to read the Terms & Conditions before using the service. Below is the full schedule of matches, with those highlighted in bold indicating they can be streamed without a subscription via the 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 – The Oval – 14:30 (teams to be confirmed) - Thursday 2 July: Semi‑Final 2 – The Oval – 18:30 (teams to be confirmed) - Sunday 5 July: Final – Lord’s – 14:30 (teams to be confirmed) All matches will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, with UK and Ireland start times listed. By leveraging the free‑streaming option on the Sky Sports App, viewers can follow every thrilling encounter of the Women’s T20 World Cup from 12 June through 5 July, either through a traditional Sky Sports subscription or contract‑free via NOW.