Everything About the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier Division One – Squads, Schedule, Broadcast

The road to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 takes another decisive turn as the Europe Division One Qualifier gets underway in the Netherlands from 20th to 27th August 2025. This week-long battle of skill, resilience, and ambition brings together four sides, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and hosts the Netherlands, all chasing the same dream of securing their spots in the Global Qualifiers later this year.

The stakes could not be higher. Only the top two teams at the close of the tournament will advance, making every contest a potential decider. For Italy and Germany, the competition marks another chapter in their rapid rise.

Having emerged as the standout performers in the Division Two Qualifier, Italy topped the standings unbeaten with five wins from five matches, while Germany followed closely with four victories and one defeat to claim second place. Both sides now step into unfamiliar but thrilling territory, determined to test their mettle against higher-ranked European rivals.

On the other side, Ireland and the Netherlands arrive with the advantage of experience, tradition, and competitive exposure at bigger stages. Ireland, long considered one of Europe’s most consistent cricketing forces, will look to reaffirm its credentials, while the Dutch, playing in familiar conditions, aim to maximise home advantage in pursuit of qualification glory.

Format:

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Division One Qualifier 2025 employs a double round robin format, setting the stage for an uncompromising and thorough test of the teams’ consistency and adaptability. Across the tournament week, each squad, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and the Netherlands, will face every other participant twice, totaling six matches each.

This format ensures that no single clash is decisive, granting every side opportunities to recover from setbacks and build momentum across multiple encounters. As pressure mounts with each match, only those teams demonstrating sustained quality and quick learning will secure a coveted top two finish and a ticket to the Global Qualifiers. The double round robin not only promises competitive balance but also allows the brightest talents to showcase their skills against every rival, making for a tournament rich in drama and storylines.

Squads:

Germany Women’s Cricket Team

Asmita Kohli (C), Karthika Vijayaraghavan (VC, WK), Ashwini Balaji, Iris Edwards, Christina Gough, Wilhelmina Hornero-Garcia, Ameya Kanukuntla, Nicole Kingsley, Aishani Kishore, Shravya Kolcharam, Antonia Meyenborg, Janet Ronalds, Rameesha Shahid, Verena Stolle

Ireland Women’s Cricket Team

Gaby Lewis (C), Orla Prendergast (VC), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly (WK), Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Amy Hunter (WK), Arlene Kelly, Jane Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Freya Sargent, Rebecca Stokell

Italy Women’s Cricket Team

Emilia Bartram (C), Dilaisha Nanayakkara (VC), Teshani Araliya, Nimesha Ekanayake, Ishara Jayamannage, Pasindi Kanankege, Alexia Kontopirakis, Chathurika Mahamalage, Sadalee Malwatta, Emma Moore, Kumudu Peddrick, Chloe Piparo, Amaya Rajapaksha, Methnara Rathnayake (WK), Ilenia Sims, Annie Wikman

Netherlands Women’s Cricket Team

Babette De Leede (C, WK) Merel Dekeling, Caroline de Lange, Sanya Khurana, Hannah Landheer, Lara Leemhuis, Phebe Molkenboer, Frederique Overdijk, Robine Rijke, Heather Siegers, Silver Siegers, Myrthe van den Raad, Isabel van der Woning, Iris Zwilling

Fixtures:

*All games will be played at Hazelaarweg Stadium, Rotterdam

Streaming and Broadcasting Details:

The tournament will be streamed live on the Fancode App and Website. The fans can also follow the live action on the ICC Official Website.

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