The stage is set for a blockbuster finale at Lord’s as tournament hosts England prepare to clash with six-time champions Australia in the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Both teams have marched into the title decider with sheer dominance, showcasing why they remain the absolute benchmarks of the women’s game.
England’s group-stage campaign was flawless, punctuated by a commanding nine-wicket statement against New Zealand, before they systematically dismantled South Africa by 40 runs in the semi-final under the lights at The Oval, courtesy of a masterclass from Nat Sciver-Brunt.
Australia, meanwhile, have looked equally untouchable. After navigating a high-stakes group match against India where Ellyse Perry held her nerve, the Aussies casually blew past the West Indies in their semi-final, chasing down a target with eight wickets and 42 balls to spare.
This final represents far more than just another chapter in international cricket’s oldest rivalry; it is a battle for absolute legacy on the grandest stage of all. For England, playing at a packed Home of Cricket carries immense emotional weight, as they look to replicate their historic 2009 triumph at this very venue and finally break the chokehold their oldest foes have held over global tournaments.
Australia, on the other hand, are hunting for an incredible seventh T20 World Cup crown. The subplots are fascinating, pitting England’s explosive top order featuring an in-form Danni Wyatt-Hodge against Australia’s relentless all-round depth and tactical flexibility, marshaled by big-match players like Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney who seem to save their absolute best for World Cup finals.
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 45
- Australia won – 22
- England won – 20
- Tied – 2
- NR – 1
With 45 head-to-head encounters in the book, the historical ledger perfectly mirrors just how razor-thin the margin is between these two giants. Australia holds the slimmest of psychological edges with 22 victories to England’s 20, a testament to how fiercely contested this rivalry remains every single time they step onto the park.
Factor in a couple of heart-stopping ties and a lone no-result, and you have a lifetime body of work where neither side has ever been allowed to truly pull away. It is a statistical reminder that when these two meet, past reputation goes out the window, this final isn’t just a battle for a trophy, but the next logical chapter in a dead-even feud where one single moment can tilt the balance.
Squads:
Australia Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Molineux (C), Tahlia McGrath (VC), Nicola Carey, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
England Women’s Cricket Team
Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong and Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Where to Watch Australia Women vs England Women?
Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports channels. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar website and app.
Schedule:
Australia Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs South Africa Women, Manchester – Won by 65 runs
June 17: vs Bangladesh Women, Leeds – Won by 9 wickets
June 20: vs Netherlands Women, Southampton – Won by 98 runs
June 23: vs Pakistan Women, Leeds – Won by 113 runs
June 28: vs India Women, Lord’s – Won by 6 wickets
June 30: vs West Indies Women, Kennington – Won by 8 wickets
England Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 12: vs Sri Lanka Women, Birmingham – Won by 87 runs
June 16: vs Ireland Women, Southampton – Won by 4 wickets
June 20: vs Scotland Women, Leeds – Won by 38 runs
June 24: vs West Indies Women, Lord’s – Won by 38 runs
June 27: vs New Zealand Women, The Oval – Won by 9 wickets
July 03: vs South Africa, Kennington – Won by 40 runs
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives –
Catch all the live action on Star Sports channels and JioHotstar.
For fans in Australia –
Catch all the live action on Prime Video.
For fans in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event.
For fans in the United States and Canada –
Catch all the live action on Willow TV.
For fans in New Zealand –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sport.
For fans in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa –
Catch all the live action on SuperSport Cricket.
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