The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced an extensive and high-profile commentary team for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, bringing together former World Cup winners, international captains, renowned broadcasters and some of the most respected voices in world cricket ahead of the tournament in England.
The 10th edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup will begin on June 12 with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, while the final is scheduled to be played at Lord’s on July 5. A total of 33 matches will be played across the tournament, which is expected to be the biggest Women’s T20 World Cup to date.
The commentary panel features a strong female presence, reflecting the continued growth and visibility of women’s cricket globally. Among the most notable names are former Australia stars Mel Jones and Julia Price, both members of Australia’s World Cup-winning teams. Former West Indies all-rounder Stacy-Ann King, who was part of the Caribbean side’s T20 World Cup triumph, also joins the broadcast team. England World Cup winners Isa Guha and Ebony Rainford-Brent, who were members of the squad that won both the 2009 Women’s T20 World Cup and the 2009 ODI World Cup, will provide expert analysis throughout the event.
The panel also includes several leading voices from the men’s game. Former England captain Nasser Hussain, veteran broadcasters Ian Bishop and Ian Smith, and former Australia opener Matthew Hayden headline a distinguished group of commentators. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik and West Indies hero Carlos Brathwaite, both T20 World Cup winners, are also part of the coverage team.
Former India captain Mithali Raj, ex-India batter Anjum Chopra, Pakistan great Sana Mir, Ireland legend Isobel Joyce, former New Zealand wicketkeeper Katey Martin, Veda Krishnamurthy, Simon Doull and Tash Farrant further strengthen the commentary line-up.
Presenters and broadcasters Charles Dagnall, Natalie Germanos, Alan Wilkins, Laura McGoldrick, Jatin Sapru, Kass Naidoo, Raunak Kapoor and Ali Mitchell will also feature prominently during the tournament.
Speaking after the announcement, former Australia cricketer Mel Jones described the tournament as a landmark moment for the women’s game. “This is the biggest ICC Women’s T20 World Cup ever, and it feels like a real milestone for the game. This tournament is a fitting celebration of how far women’s cricket has come, and through our broadcast, fans everywhere will experience the skill, drama and emotion that continue to drive the sport forward.”
Former India captain Mithali Raj believes the competition will showcase the remarkable depth of talent across international women’s cricket. “The depth of talent across the 12 competing teams is remarkable. Wherever you look, there are world-class players capable of producing moments that can define a tournament, and I can’t wait to share those moments with the world.”
Former England international Isa Guha highlighted the significance of England’s iconic venues in elevating the tournament experience for both players and fans. “All of the host cities and venues provide a wonderful stage for an event of this magnitude, which will be reflected both in the stadium and on broadcast. Fans will experience world-class cricket in some of the most iconic settings our sport has to offer.”
Meanwhile, Nasser Hussain believes the event arrives at a pivotal moment for women’s cricket worldwide. “The passion surrounding women’s cricket, and the breadth of talent across the world, has never been stronger. The players taking the field this summer will help shape the future of the game and inspire the next generation to follow in their footsteps.”
With a blend of championship-winning experience, broadcasting expertise and global representation, the ICC’s commentary team is set to play a major role in bringing the stories, rivalries and defining moments of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 to audiences around the world. As anticipation builds for the month-long tournament, the broadcast line-up reflects the scale and significance of an event expected to further elevate women’s cricket on the global stage.
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