After all the IPL buzz, attention now shifts to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, where India begin their campaign with a high-voltage clash against Pakistan in almost 10 days. The Group 1 opener brings two familiar rivals face-to-face, both eager to kick off their tournament with a statement win and early momentum.
Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, India arrive with a powerful batting unit featuring the returning Shafali Verma, alongside Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, who will be key to setting the tone at the top. Their bowling looks equally balanced with quality pace options like Renuka Singh and strong spin depth. Pakistan, meanwhile, will depend on experienced names such as Sidra Amin and Muneeba Ali to steady their innings, while their spin attack and middle-order stability could be crucial if they hope to challenge India’s depth and pull off an upset.
When Does India Play Pakistan in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
The India vs Pakistan clash in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 group stage is set for Sunday, June 14, 2026, marking one of the most anticipated early fixtures of the tournament.
Where Will India Play Pakistan in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
The much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham.
India vs Pakistan Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Match Start Time in India, UK and USA
The India vs Pakistan Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match will begin at 07:00 PM IST, which translates to 2:30 PM UK time (BST) and 9:30 AM US Eastern Time (ET).
What Is India’s Squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
India women’s cricket team: Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav.
What Is Pakistan’s Squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
Pakistan women’s cricket team: Fatima Sana (captain), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.