Nestled in the shadow of the Himalayas, Nepal is set to make history from January 18 to February 1, 2026, as it hosts the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier, the seventh edition and the ultimate gateway for dream-chasing teams to the global stage. Ten fierce contenders, Ireland, Nepal, Namibia, Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Thailand, USA, Zimbabwe, and Bangladesh, will battle in this high-octane T20 showdown across venues like the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur and Mulpani International Cricket Ground in Mulpani.
The 10 teams are divided into two groups:
Group A: Bangladesh, Ireland, Namibia, Papua New Guinea, United States of America
Group B: Nepal, Netherlands, Scotland, Thailand, Zimbabwe
These teams, forged through regional qualifiers spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and East Asia-Pacific, represent the final frontier for the expanded 16-team ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, hosted by England and Wales from June 12 to July 5. With the top four earning coveted spots, this tournament underscores the ICC’s bold push to amplify women’s cricket in emerging nations, blending raw talent, strategic depth, and the thrill of qualification on the line.
Format:
The competition unfolds in a dynamic structure designed for maximum action: a group stage round-robin where teams clash in intense pools, followed by a gripping Super Six phase that sharpens the field. This format ensures every squad plays multiple matches, rewarding consistency and resilience, before crowning the top four qualifiers for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup. It’s a proving ground where underdogs can roar, and favourites must deliver.
Squads:
Ireland
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly (wk), Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter (wk), Arlene Kelly, Aimee Maguire, Jane Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell
Nepal
Indu Barma (C), Puja Mahato, Rajmati Airee, Suman Bista, Rachana Chaudhary, Rubina Chhetri, Kabita Joshi, Samjhana Khadka, Kabita Kunwar, Sita Rana Magar, Bindu Rawal, Riya Sharma, Kajal Shrestha (wk), Roma Thapa, Manisha Upadhaya
Namibia
Sune Wittmann (C), Yasmeen Khan, Naomi Benjamin, Jurriene Diergaardt, Merczerly Gorases, Kayleen Green, Victoria Hamunyela, Eveleen Kejarukua, Bianca Manuel, Mekelaye Mwatile, Wilka Mwatile, Sylvia Shihepo, Edelle Van Zyl, Leigh-Marie Visser, Saima Tuhadeleni
Netherlands
Babette de Leede (C), Merel Dekeling, Caroline de Lange, Sterre Kalis, Sanya Khurana, Hannah Landheer, Lara Leemhuis, Phebe Molkenboer, Frederique Overdijk, Robine Rijke, Heather Siegers (wk), Silver Siegers, Myrthe van den Raad, Isabel van der Woning, Iris Zwilling
Papua New Guinea
Brenda Tau (C), Pauke Siaka, Melanie Ani, Hollan Doriga, Kevau Frank, Sibona Jimmy, Dika Lohia, Konio Oala, Miria Raio, Hane Tau, Henao Thomas, Geua Tom, Mairi Tom, Isabel Toua, Naoani Vare
Scotland
Kathryn Bryce (C), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce (wk), Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Katherine Fraser, Ailsa Lister (wk), Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Mollie Parker, Hannah Rainey, Niamh Robertson-Jack, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul
Thailand
Naruemol Chaiwai (C), Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Chanida Sutthiruang, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk), Nannaphat Chaihan, Nattaya Boochatham, Natthakan Chantham, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Phannita Maya, Rosenanee Kanoh, Suleeporn Laomi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Suwanan Khiaoto (wk), Thipatcha Putthawong
United States of America
Aditiba Chudasama (C), Chetna Pagydyala, Disha Dhingra, Ella Claridge (wk), Gargi Bhogle, Geetika Kodali, Isani Vaghela, Lekha Shetty, Maahi Madhavan, Pooja Ganesh (wk), Ritu Singh, Saanvi Immadi, Sainavi Kambalapalli, Tara Norris, Taranum Chopra
Zimbabwe
Adel Zimunu, Audrey Mazvishaya, Beloved Biza, Chiedza Dhururu (wk), Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Christine Mutasa, Josephine Nkomo, Kelis Ndhlovu, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Loreen Tshuma, Loryn Phiri, Modester Mupachikwa, Nomvelo Sibanda, Nyasha Gwanzura
Bangladesh
Nigar Sultana (C, WK), Sharmin Akhter, Dilara Akter (wk), Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Shorna Akter, Juairiya Ferdous (wk), Fargana Haque, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Sultana Khatun, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Fariha Trisna, Sharmin Sultana, Farjana Easmin, Shorifa Khatun, Fatema Jahan Sonia, Habiba Islam
Schedule:
| Date | Groups/Stage | Venue | Match | IST Time |
18 Jan ’26 |
Group B | Kirtipur | Nepal vs Thailand | 12:45 PM |
| Group A | Mulpani | Bangladesh vs United States of America | 12:45 PM | |
| Group B | Kirtipur | Netherlands vs Zimbabwe | 8:45 AM | |
| Group A | Mulpani | Ireland vs Papua New Guinea | 8:45 AM | |
20 Jan ’26 |
Group A | Kirtipur | Bangladesh vs Papua New Guinea | 8:45 AM |
| Group B | Mulpani | Thailand vs Zimbabwe | 8:45 AM | |
| Group B | Kirtipur | Netherlands vs Scotland | 12:45 PM | |
| Group A | Mulpani | Namibia vs United States of America | 12:45 PM | |
22 Jan ’26 |
Group B | Kirtipur | Nepal vs Netherlands | 8:45 AM |
| Group A | Mulpani | Ireland vs United States of America | 8:45 AM | |
| Group A | Kirtipur | Bangladesh vs Namibia | 12:45 PM | |
| Group B | Mulpani | Scotland vs Zimbabwe | 12:45 PM | |
24 Jan ’26 |
Group B | Kirtipur | Scotland vs Thailand | 8:45 AM |
| Group A | Mulpani | Namibia vs Papua New Guinea | 8:45 AM | |
| Group B | Kirtipur | Nepal vs Zimbabwe | 12:45 PM | |
| Group A | Mulpani | Bangladesh vs Ireland | 12:45 PM | |
26 Jan ’26 |
Group B | Kirtipur | Nepal vs Scotland | 8:45 AM |
| Group A | Mulpani | Papua New Guinea vs United States of America | 8:45 AM | |
| Group A | Kirtipur | Ireland vs Namibia | 12:45 PM | |
| Group B | Mulpani | Netherlands vs Thailand | 12:45 PM | |
28 Jan ’26 |
Super Six |
Kirtipur | TBA (A1 vs B3) | 8:45 AM |
| Mulpani | TBA (A2 vs B2) | 8:45 AM | ||
| Kirtipur | TBA (A3 vs B1) | 12:45 PM | ||
30 Jan ’26 |
Kirtipur | TBA (A1 vs B2) | 8:45 AM | |
| Mulpani | TBA (A2 vs B1) | 8:45 AM | ||
| Kirtipur | TBA (A3 vs B3) | 12:45 PM | ||
01 Feb ’26 |
Kirtipur | TBA (A2 vs B3) | 8:45 AM | |
| Mulpani | TBA (A1 vs B1) | 8:45 AM | ||
| Kirtipur | TBA (A3 vs B2) | 12:45 PM |
Streaming and Broadcasting Details:
Catch every boundary and wicket from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier live on ICC.tv, your go-to platform for non-stop action across Nepal’s epic showdown. From the opening clashes on January 18 to the Super Six thrillers concluding February 1, stream all 29 matches in high quality, complete with expert commentary, no subscriptions needed for global fans.
For the fans in India, they can switch to the streaming platform on the FanCode App and Website. Viewers can also watch the stream on the Nepal Cricket YouTube channel.
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