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100 Days to Go: Global Countdown for Women's T20 World Cup Begins

The 100-day countdown to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has officially begun, marked by a wave of scoreboard transformations at iconic cricket grounds worldwide. The tournament, hosted by England and Wales, will commence on June 12 with a match between England and Sri Lanka at Edgbaston. Featuring a record 12 teams, the event has already sold over 115,000 tickets, signaling massive anticipation. The competition aims to be a global celebration of women's cricket, featuring the world's best talent across multiple host cities.

Key Points: 100-Day Countdown to ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Starts

  • Global scoreboard transformation marks 100-day countdown
  • Tournament runs from June 12 to July 5 in England and Wales
  • 12 teams, the biggest field in event history, will compete
  • Over 115,000 tickets have already been sold
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100-day countdown to ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 begins

The global countdown for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has begun, with iconic scoreboards worldwide marking 100 days until the tournament in England and Wales.

"In just 100 days, England and Wales will host the best female cricketers on the planet, for an unmissable sporting spectacle. - Beth Barrett-Wild"

London, March 4

The first ball of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at Edgbaston on June 12, as hosts England take on Sri Lanka - and today the famous Birmingham venue marked the 100-day countdown by transforming its iconic scoreboard into a huge 100-day countdown.

The moment sparked a wave of scoreboard transformations across the country and around the world, signalling the start of the final run-up to one of the biggest sporting events of the year, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC).

England Women captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt, was joined by teammates Sophia Dunkley and Lauren Filer for the countdown in Birmingham, where fans will witness world-class sport, incredible action and a truly global celebration of women's cricket.

Countdown scoreboards also appeared simultaneously at cricket grounds across host cities in the United Kingdom (UK), including Old Trafford Cricket Ground (Manchester), Headingley (Leeds), Hampshire Bowl (Southampton), Bristol County Ground (Bristol), The Oval (London), and Lord's Cricket Ground (London).

Cricket grounds around the world such as Sydney Cricket Ground (Australia), Eden Gardens (India), Merrion Cricket Club (Ireland), The Hague Cricket Club (the Netherlands), Basin Reserve (New Zealand), Gaddafi Stadium (Pakistan), Wanderers Cricket Stadium (South Africa), R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo) and Kensington Oval (Barbados) also followed suit transforming their scoreboards with the digital design.

Beth Barrett-Wild, ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament Director, said, "In just 100 days, England and Wales will host the best female cricketers on the planet, for an unmissable sporting spectacle. With over 115,000 tickets already sold, excitement and momentum is building behind a tournament that's ready to capture the hearts and minds of the nation and propel women's cricket firmly into the sporting mainstream."

England and Sri Lanka will kickstart the tournament from June 12 onwards at Birmingham. The 10th edition of the competition will take place from June 12 to July 5 this year, with 12 teams vying for the title in what is the biggest field in the tournament's history so far.

Ireland and Scotland are placed in Group B, along with England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and the West Indies. Meanwhile, Group A features Australia, India, Pakistan, South Africa, Bangladesh and the Netherlands.

This summer, fans can expect to see the world's best cricketing talent battle it out across England and Wales, with teams from across the globe competing for the ultimate prize. With fierce rivalries, high-stakes matches, and a festival-like atmosphere at every venue, the ICC Women's T20 World Cup is set to be one of the most unmissable sporting moments of the year.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see the global promotion. Women's cricket deserves this spotlight. Hope the broadcast in India is good and accessible on free-to-air channels, not just paid apps. Want my whole family to watch.
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Arjun K
Group A is the group of death! India vs Australia matches are always epic. Smriti Mandhana's form will be key. The 100-day mark makes it feel real now. Booking my reminders.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in the UK, I'm thrilled it's here. Already got tickets for a match at The Oval. The atmosphere is going to be fantastic. A respectful suggestion: I hope the ICC ensures equal prize money is highlighted as much as the spectacle.
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Vikram M
The countdown visuals across the world, including at our own Eden Gardens, give me goosebumps! This is what the sport needs. Our girls have been working hard. Time to bring the cup home! 💪
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Kavya N
Fantastic initiative! My daughter is inspired by Shafali Verma. Seeing this global celebration makes her believe she can play for India too. More than just a tournament, it's about changing perceptions. Well done, ICC.

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