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Fiji is hosting the largest women's cricket tournament in East-Asia Pacific history. Eight teams including debutants Philippines will compete for a single spot in the Global Qualifier. Vanuatu captain Rachel Andrew expressed excitement about building on their previous success. All matches will be streamed live on ICC.tv starting Tuesday.

Key Points: Fiji Hosts Historic ICC Women's T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier

  • Eight teams competing for one Global Qualifier spot in Nepal
  • Philippines women's team making historic ICC tournament debut
  • Vanuatu aims to replicate 2023 qualifying success
  • Matches streamed live on ICC.tv with two grounds at Albert Park
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Fiji set to host landmark ICC Women's T20 World Cup East-Asia Pacific Qualifier

Eight teams compete in Fiji for one spot in the Global Qualifier. Philippines makes ICC debut as Vanuatu aims to repeat historic success. Watch live on ICC.tv.

"We're looking to leverage the momentum from our previous performances - Rachel Andrew"

Suva, Sep 8

The East-Asia Pacific region is poised for a historic moment in women’s cricket as Fiji prepares to host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 East-Asia Pacific (EAP) Qualifier, beginning on Tuesday at Albert Park.

Apart from Fiji, Cook Islands, Indonesia, Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, and Vanuatu will compete in the region’s largest-ever women’s cricket tournament, with one spot for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal up for grabs.

The event marks a milestone for the Philippines, whose women’s team will make its debut at an ICC tournament. The competition opens with Fiji facing Cook Islands and Japan taking on Papua New Guinea, with matches staged across two grounds at Albert Park.

The final, scheduled for September 15, will determine which team advances to the global qualifying event in January 2026. Vanuatu, the last East-Asia Pacific team to reach a Global Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier, made headlines in 2024 with a historic win over Zimbabwe, thus highlighting the growing competitiveness in the region.

Vanuatu captain Rachel Andrew said her team is driven by a desire to replicate the success they achieved at the previous ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East-Asia Pacific Qualifier in 2023.

"The Vanuatu team is buzzing with excitement ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier. Our squad has a good mix of experienced players with a deep understanding of what it takes to win and some exciting young talent.

"We’re looking to leverage the momentum from our previous performances and are very motivated to reach the Global Qualifier once again," she said in an ICC statement on Monday.

All matches will be live streamed at ICC.tv, while live scores and results can be found at the ICC website.

Group A: Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa

Group B: Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Vanuatu

- IANS

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Rohit P
Amazing to see cricket expanding in the Pacific region! Vanuatu beating Zimbabwe last year was incredible. Hope one of these teams makes it big like Afghanistan did 🏏
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David E
While this is good for development, ICC should ensure proper facilities and funding for these smaller teams. Sometimes these qualifiers lack basic infrastructure which isn't fair to the players.
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Ananya R
Philippines making their debut! So proud of our Asian neighbors. Women's cricket is growing everywhere 🌏 Hope Indian broadcasters pick up these matches
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Vikram M
PNG has some talented players! Remember watching them in previous tournaments. Hope the streaming quality on ICC.tv is good this time 🤞
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see women's cricket getting this platform! These qualifiers are so important for growing the game globally. Best of luck to all teams! 👏

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