The ECA Women’s European Cup 2026 is set to bring together four ambitious European sides, Austria, Sweden, Bulgaria, and Romania, for a four-day celebration of women’s cricket from 15th to 18th October 2026. Hosted at the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground in Ilfov County, Romania, the tournament offers these emerging cricketing nations a valuable platform to compete, develop, and showcase the growing depth of the women’s game across the continent.
With four teams in the fray, every match carries added significance, as each side looks to make the most of limited opportunities and build momentum through the tournament. Austria and Sweden will arrive with the experience of competing regularly in European cricket, while Bulgaria and Romania will be eager to make their mark on home and familiar regional conditions. The compact nature of the event ensures intense competition, with no room for slow starts or missed chances.
The Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground has become an important hub for associate cricket in Europe, and its familiar surroundings could give Romania a slight edge as hosts. However, conditions, adaptability, and consistency with both bat and ball are likely to decide outcomes more than reputation. For the players involved, the tournament is also an opportunity to gain international exposure, sharpen their skills, and inspire the next generation of female cricketers in their respective countries.
As the action unfolds from 15th to 18th October, the ECA Women’s European Cup 2026 promises competitive cricket, emerging talent, and meaningful progress for women’s cricket in Europe. With Austria, Sweden, Bulgaria, and Romania all vying for supremacy, fans can expect a tournament defined by determination, development, and the growing ambition of associate nations on the international stage.
Squads:
Austria Women’s Cricket Team
Andrea-Mae Zepeda, Priya Sabu, Anisha Nookala (wk), Mallika Pathirannehelage, Komati Reddy, Sheetal Bhardwaj, Vera Poglitsch (wk), Prithaa Ganeshan, Ashi Chopla, Florence Hira, Jennifer Hira, Harshita Goyal, Isha Joshi, Pearl Chhabra
Sweden Women’s Cricket Team
Kanchan, Malyun, Shreya, Hareer, Sasi, Dipika, Anoushka, Eman, Adan, Anya, Rashmi, Zara, Anjali, Fatima
Bulgaria Women’s Cricket Team
Gabriela Ilarionova, Katrin Srandeva, Stanislava Sarandeva, Vili Nikolova (wk), Detelina Ruynekova, Kalina Paskova, Martina Abadjieva, Simona Yordanova, Tanaya Dissanayake, Nevena Tropolova, Deya Stefanova, Katrin Eftimova (wk), Krastina Ivanova, Danaya Ilieva
Romania Women’s Cricket Team
To be announced
Schedule:
15th October 2026 (Thursday) – Match 1 – Austria Vs Sweden (12:30 PM IST)
15th October 2026 (Thursday) – Match 2 – Bulgaria vs Sweden (4:30 PM IST)
16th October 2026 (Friday) – Match 3 – Romania vs Bulgaria (12:30 PM IST)
16th October 2026 (Friday) – Match 4 – Austria vs Bulgaria (4:30 PM IST)
17th October 2026 (Saturday) – Match 5 – Romania vs Austria (12:30 PM IST)
17th October 2026 (Saturday) – Match 6 – Romania vs Sweden (4:30 PM IST)
18th October 2026 (Sunday) – 3rd Place Playoff – TBC vs TBC (12:30 PM IST)
18th October 2026 (Sunday) – Final – TBC vs TBC (4:30 PM IST)
Note: All the matches of the series will be played at Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground, Ilfov County
Streaming and Broadcasting Details:
The fans around the world can watch out for live streaming on the European Cricket Network (ECN) YouTube Channel and their official website. Fans in India can potentially watch the tournament live on the FanCode App and website.
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