Sky Sports has announced that every one of the twelve group‑stage matches featuring England, Scotland and Ireland – as well as 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 fixtures for each side and the tournament’s final will also be shown free‑to‑air on Sky Mix, ensuring that the biggest moments are reachable for the widest possible audience. The tournament’s very first match, England versus Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June, will receive extra exposure: it will be aired on Sky One, streamed on Sky Sports’ official YouTube channel, and carried on the network’s traditional linear channels.
This multi‑platform approach is designed to maximise viewership and give casual fans several ways to tune in. These initiatives are aimed at drawing the largest possible crowds to the competition, which will culminate with the final at Lord’s on Sunday, 5 July. To get started, viewers should download the most recent version of the Sky Sports App to their smartphone or tablet using the links provided below.
New Zealand enter the tournament as defending champions, while England are eager to claim the title for the first time since their 2009 triumph – the year they also hosted the inaugural edition of the event. England’s recent World Cup history includes group‑stage exits in both 2010 and 2024, underscoring the significance of this opportunity.
As the exclusive broadcaster of the tournament, Sky Sports and its streaming arm NOW will deliver live coverage of every ball, from the opening delivery at Edgbaston to the decisive moments at Lord’s. The commentary team will feature seasoned voices such as former England captain Nasser Hussain, former England women’s cricketer Natasha Farrant, and veteran broadcaster Hannah Wilkes, providing insightful analysis throughout. Viewers can enjoy cricket on the app with no contract commitments, and the platform also offers a range of supplementary content, including the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, a WhatsApp channel for updates, and recommendations to use the Chrome browser for the most accessible video player experience. The Women’s T20 World Cup kicks off a remarkable summer of women’s cricket on Sky Sports.
The schedule also includes a historic first women’s Test match at Lord’s – England versus India – beginning on 10 July, as well as the return of The Hundred later in the month. Jonathan Licht, Sky’s Chief Sports Officer for the UK and Ireland, explained the broader vision: “We believe this summer can be a defining moment for women’s cricket. By making many of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup matches available to everyone, we can reach new audiences, build fandom and inspire the next generation. At Sky Sports, we’re not just broadcasting women’s sport; we’re a partner in its growth, working with the ICC and ECB to make these moments as impactful as possible.” Sanjog Gupta, CEO of the International Cricket Council, echoed the sentiment: “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is positioned as a pinnacle event in global sport and a significant fan‑recruitment opportunity for women’s cricket.
This is a significant step by Sky Sports, our partner in the UK, and aligns with our strategy to widen access for fans across screens and stadia. The UK has a proud cricketing heritage, and moments like this, where the sport is accessible to everyone, on any screen, are how we garner attention and deepen affiliation, grow the next generation of fans, and ensure women’s cricket takes its rightful place in national and global sporting conversations.” Tournament director Beth Barrett‑Wild added: “The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to bring world‑class players, incredible performances, and unmissable moments to brilliant venues across England and Wales, and we couldn’t be happier that even more people will be able to experience the spectacle live via this extensive Sky Sports coverage plan. With many of the biggest matches, including the opener at Edgbaston on 12 June and the final at Lord’s on 5 July, available to everybody, the stage is set for an incredible World Cup, where battles will be fought, names will be made and new fans will fall in love with women’s cricket forever.” 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, accessible at https://www.sky.com/help/articles/sky-privacy-and-cookies-notice, and to read the Terms & Conditions before using the app.
Below is the full match schedule, with games highlighted in bold indicating they can be streamed for free on the app. All times are listed in UK and Ireland local time. **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 Whether you prefer to watch on a television, a laptop, or a mobile device, Sky Sports ensures that every match of the Women’s T20 World Cup in England—from 12 June through 5 July—is accessible live. You can either subscribe to Sky Sports or stream contract‑free via NOW, but the key group‑stage fixtures and the climactic final remain free for all viewers through the Sky Sports App.