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 final of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, will be accessible at no cost through the Sky Sports mobile application. This means that fans across the United Kingdom and Ireland can tune in to all of the home nations' pool games without needing a paid subscription, while the opening fixtures of the tournament – and the ultimate showdown at Lord's – will also be carried on the free‑to‑air channel Sky Mix.

The tournament’s very first encounter – England versus Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on 12 June – will receive even broader exposure. In addition to being shown on Sky One, the match will be streamed live on Sky Sports’ official YouTube channel and on the network’s linear television outlets, ensuring that viewers on any platform can catch the action. By making these high‑profile games widely available, Sky Sports aims to draw the largest possible audience for a competition that will culminate with the final at Lord’s on Sunday, 5 July.

To take advantage of the free streaming, users simply need to download the latest version of the Sky Sports App onto a smartphone or tablet. The app is compatible with iOS 14 and newer as well as Android 8 and newer, and it can be obtained directly from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, the free‑to‑watch matches appear in bold on the schedule, indicating that they do not require a subscription to view.

New Zealand enter the tournament as the defending champions, while England are eager to claim their first title since the inaugural edition in 2009, which they also hosted. Historically, England have struggled in recent editions, bowing out at the group stage in both 2010 and 2024. This year, however, the team hopes to rewrite that narrative and lift the trophy on home soil. As the exclusive broadcast partner, Sky Sports and its streaming service NOW will provide live coverage of every single match, from the opening ball at Edgbaston to the final delivery at Lord’s.

The commentary team will feature former England captain Nasser Hussain, former England women’s cricketer Natasha Farrant, and seasoned presenter Hannah Wilkes, who will deliver in‑depth analysis, player interviews and post‑match breakdowns. Sky Sports is emphasizing that viewers can stream cricket without being locked into a long‑term contract. The service can be accessed on a pay‑as‑you‑go basis, and the app also offers additional features such as the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, a WhatsApp channel for updates, and a recommendation to use the Chrome browser for the most accessible video player experience. Beyond the T20 World Cup, Sky Sports is positioning the summer as a landmark period for women’s cricket.

The schedule includes a historic first women’s Test match at Lord’s between England and India, set to begin 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 that the broadcaster sees this season as a potential turning point for the women’s game: "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." International Cricket Council CEO Sanjog Gupta echoed the sentiment, describing the tournament as a "pinnacle event in global sport and a significant fan recruitment opportunity for women's cricket." He praised Sky Sports for widening access across screens and venues, noting that such inclusivity helps the sport attract new fans, deepen existing loyalties and cement women’s cricket’s place in both national and international conversations.

Tournament director Beth Barrett‑Wild added that the 2026 edition promises world‑class talent, unforgettable performances and iconic venues throughout England and Wales. She highlighted that making the opening match at Edgbaston and the final at Lord’s freely available will "set the stage 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 full schedule, with times listed in UK and Ireland local time, includes: - Fri 12 Jun: England vs Sri Lanka – Edgbaston 6:30 pm (free) - Sat 13 Jun: Scotland vs Ireland – Old Trafford 10:30 am - Sat 13 Jun: Australia vs South Africa – Old Trafford 2:30 pm - Sat 13 Jun: West Indies vs New Zealand – Hampshire 6:30 pm - Sun 14 Jun: Bangladesh vs Netherlands – Edgbaston 10:30 am - Sun 14 Jun: India vs Pakistan – Edgbaston 2:30 pm - Tue 16 Jun: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka – Hampshire 2:30 pm - Tue 16 Jun: England vs Ireland – Hampshire 6:30 pm - Wed 17 Jun: Australia vs Bangladesh – Headingley 10:30 am - Wed 17 Jun: India vs Netherlands – Headingley 2:30 pm - Wed 17 Jun: South Africa vs Pakistan – Edgbaston 6:30 pm - Thu 18 Jun: West Indies vs Scotland – Headingley 6:30 pm - Fri 19 Jun: New Zealand vs Ireland – Hampshire 6:30 pm - Sat 20 Jun: Australia vs Netherlands – Hampshire 10:30 am - Sat 20 Jun: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Hampshire 2:30 pm - Sat 20 Jun: England vs Scotland – Headingley 6:30 pm - Sun 21 Jun: West Indies vs Sri Lanka – Bristol 10:30 am - Sun 21 Jun: South Africa vs India – Old Trafford 2:30 pm - Tue 23 Jun: New Zealand vs Scotland – Bristol 10:30 am - Tue 23 Jun: Sri Lanka vs Ireland – Bristol 2:30 pm - Tue 23 Jun: Australia vs Pakistan – Headingley 6:30 pm - Wed 24 Jun: England vs West Indies – Lord’s 6:30 pm - Thu 25 Jun: India vs Bangladesh – Old Trafford 2:30 pm - Thu 25 Jun: South Africa vs Netherlands – Bristol 6:30 pm - Fri 26 Jun: Sri Lanka vs Scotland – Old Trafford 6:30 pm - Sat 27 Jun: Pakistan vs Netherlands – Bristol 10:30 am - Sat 27 Jun: West Indies vs Ireland – Bristol 2:30 pm - Sat 27 Jun: England vs New Zealand – The Oval 6:30 pm - Sun 28 Jun: South Africa vs Bangladesh – Lord’s 10:30 am - Sun 28 Jun: Australia vs India – Lord’s 2:30 pm - Tue 30 Jun: Semi‑Final 1 – The Oval 2:30 pm (teams TBC) - Thu 2 Jul: Semi‑Final 2 – The Oval 6:30 pm (teams TBC) - Sun 5 Jul: Final – Lord’s 2:30 pm (teams TBC) All of these fixtures will be streamed live on the Sky Sports App, with the bolded matches available without a subscription. Fans are encouraged to read Sky’s Privacy Notice and the Terms & Conditions before using the app. By offering contract‑free streaming and a comprehensive broadcast plan, Sky Sports hopes to make the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup the most accessible and widely watched edition yet, encouraging a new generation of supporters to fall in love with women’s cricket.