(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Nepal to Host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier in January
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially confirmed that Nepal will host the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier, scheduled to run from January 12 to February 2, 2026. This prestigious event marks a significant moment for Nepal cricket, as it prepares to welcome top international teams vying for a place in the main tournament.
🌍 Global Qualification Showdown
The tournament will feature 10 teams competing for 4 coveted spots in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5, 2026.
✅ Automatically Qualified for Qualifier:
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Bangladesh
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Ireland
(Qualified based on their performance in the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup)
🌏 Regional Qualifiers Already Secured:
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Nepal and Thailand (Asia)
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USA (Americas)
🌍 Remaining Spots to Be Filled:
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Five more teams will qualify through regional pathways in:
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Africa
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Europe
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East Asia-Pacific
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🏏 Tournament Format
The event will be structured as follows:
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Group Stage
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Two groups of five teams
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Round-robin format
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Super Six Stage
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Top teams from each group progress
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Finals
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The best-performing teams face off for the Qualifier title
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Top four teams earn a ticket to the World Cup 2026
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📅 Detailed match schedule to be released soon.
🏆 Main Tournament in England & Wales
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be held over 24 action-packed days, featuring 33 matches at seven world-class venues, including:
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Lord’s Cricket Ground (Final)
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Old Trafford
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Headingley
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Hampshire Bowl
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Bristol County Ground
This edition promises to be one of the most exciting women’s cricket tournaments to date, showcasing top talent and drawing global attention.
🌟 What This Means for Women’s Cricket
Nepal’s selection as host reflects the growing influence of women’s cricket in emerging nations, offering new opportunities for fans, players, and sponsors alike. With high stakes and global visibility, the 2026 Qualifier is set to be a landmark event on the women’s cricket calendar.
🔔 Stay tuned for fixture announcements and exclusive coverage as the countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues!
