Sky Sports has announced that every one of the twelve group‑stage fixtures 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 at no cost through the Sky Sports mobile application. Fans will be able to stream all of the home nations’ pool games without needing a subscription, simply by opening the app. In addition, the opening match of the tournament and the final will be carried on Sky Mix as free‑to‑air television, widening the reach even further. The tournament’s very first encounter – England versus Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June – will also be shown on Sky One, on Sky Sports’ official YouTube channel, and across the network’s linear TV channels, ensuring that viewers can choose the platform that suits them best.

These distribution choices are designed to maximise audience numbers for what promises to be a landmark event, culminating with the final at Lord’s on Sunday, 5 July. To take advantage of the free streaming, download the latest version of the Sky Sports App onto a smartphone or tablet using the links provided on Sky’s website or app stores. New Zealand enter the competition as the defending champions.

England, who hosted the inaugural edition in 2009, are eager to claim their first title since that historic tournament. Historical performance summary for England: - 2010: Eliminated in the group stage - 2024: Eliminated in the group stage As the exclusive broadcaster of the event, Sky Sports and its streaming service NOW will deliver live coverage of every ball, from the opening spell at Edgbaston to the decisive showdown at Lord’s. Expert analysis will be provided by former England captain Nasser Hussain, former England women’s cricketer Natasha Farrant, and Sky’s own cricket presenter Hannah Wilkes.

Key benefits of the Sky Sports app include: - No contract required – stream cricket freely - Access to the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - Direct updates via Sky Sports on WhatsApp - Optimised playback using the Chrome browser for the best video player experience The Women’s T20 World Cup will kick off a spectacular summer of women’s cricket on Sky Sports. The schedule also features a historic first women’s Test match at Lord’s between England and India, beginning on 10 July, and the return of The Hundred later that month. Jonathan Licht, Sky’s Chief Sports Officer for the UK & Ireland, explained the strategic intent: “We view this summer as a potential turning point for women’s cricket.

By offering a large portion of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup matches for free, we can attract new fans, nurture a growing community, and inspire the next generation of players. Sky Sports isn’t just a broadcaster; we are a partner in the sport’s expansion, collaborating closely with the ICC and ECB to amplify the impact of these moments.” Sanjog Gupta, CEO of the International Cricket Council, added: “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup stands as a marquee event in global sport and a crucial opportunity to win over new supporters for women’s cricket. Sky Sports’ decision to broaden access across screens and venues aligns perfectly with our ambition to make the game more inclusive.

The United Kingdom boasts a proud cricketing heritage, and making the tournament universally available helps us capture attention, deepen engagement, and ensure women’s cricket claims its rightful place in both national and international sporting dialogues.” Tournament director Beth Barrett‑Wild highlighted the inclusive outreach: “The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will showcase world‑class talent, unforgettable performances, and iconic moments across stunning venues in England and Wales. We are thrilled that an even larger audience will experience the excitement live thanks to Sky Sports’ comprehensive coverage plan. With marquee fixtures such as the Edgbaston opener on 12 June and the Lord’s final on 5 July available to everyone, the stage is set for a World Cup that will produce memorable battles, create new stars, and win lifelong fans for women’s cricket.” The Sky Sports App is currently downloadable for both iOS (version 14 and later) and Android (version 8 and later) devices. Users should review Sky’s Privacy Notice and the app’s Terms & Conditions before proceeding.

All match times are listed in UK and Ireland local time. Games shown in bold in the schedule are free to watch via the Sky Sports App without a subscription.

**Match Schedule** - Fri 12 June: England vs Sri Lanka – Edgbaston – 18:30 - Sat 13 June: Scotland vs Ireland – Old Trafford – 10:30 - Sat 13 June: Australia vs South Africa – Old Trafford – 14:30 - Sat 13 June: West Indies vs New Zealand – Hampshire Bowl – 18:30 - Sun 14 June: Bangladesh vs Netherlands – Edgbaston – 10:30 - Sun 14 June: India vs Pakistan – Edgbaston – 14:30 - Tue 16 June: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka – Hampshire Bowl – 14:30 - Tue 16 June: England vs Ireland – Hampshire Bowl – 18:30 - Wed 17 June: Australia vs Bangladesh – Headingley – 10:30 - Wed 17 June: India vs Netherlands – Headingley – 14:30 - Wed 17 June: South Africa vs Pakistan – Edgbaston – 18:30 - Thu 18 June: West Indies vs Scotland – Headingley – 18:30 - Fri 19 June: New Zealand vs Ireland – Hampshire Bowl – 18:30 - Sat 20 June: Australia vs Netherlands – Hampshire Bowl – 10:30 - Sat 20 June: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Hampshire Bowl – 14:30 - Sat 20 June: England vs Scotland – Headingley – 18:30 - Sun 21 June: West Indies vs Sri Lanka – Bristol County Ground – 10:30 - Sun 21 June: South Africa vs India – Old Trafford – 14:30 - Tue 23 June: New Zealand vs Scotland – Bristol County Ground – 10:30 - Tue 23 June: Sri Lanka vs Ireland – Bristol County Ground – 14:30 - Tue 23 June: Australia vs Pakistan – Headingley – 18:30 - Wed 24 June: England vs West Indies – Lord’s – 18:30 - Thu 25 June: India vs Bangladesh – Old Trafford – 14:30 - Thu 25 June: South Africa vs Netherlands – Bristol County Ground – 18:30 - Fri 26 June: Sri Lanka vs Scotland – Old Trafford – 18:30 - Sat 27 June: Pakistan vs Netherlands – Bristol County Ground – 10:30 - Sat 27 June: West Indies vs Ireland – Bristol County Ground – 14:30 - Sat 27 June: England vs New Zealand – The Oval – 18:30 - Sun 28 June: South Africa vs Bangladesh – Lord’s – 10:30 - Sun 28 June: Australia vs India – Lord’s – 14:30 - Tue 30 June: Semi‑Final 1 (TBC vs TBC) – The Oval – 14:30 - Thu 2 July: Semi‑Final 2 (TBC vs TBC) – The Oval – 18:30 - Sun 5 July: Final (TBC vs TBC) – Lord’s – 14:30 By downloading the Sky Sports app, viewers can watch every match of the Women’s T20 World Cup in England from 12 June through 5 July, either through a Sky Sports subscription or contract‑free via NOW, ensuring that the excitement of women’s cricket is accessible to the widest possible audience.