The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 points table tracks the group stage standings of all 12 teams competing in England from June 12 to July 5, 2026.
Teams earn two points for a win, one point for a no result, and zero for a loss. The top two teams from each group qualify for the semi-finals at The Oval, with the final scheduled at Lord’s on July 5.
Since the tournament kicks off on June 12, the points table below starts fresh. However, this page will be updated after every match. Bookmark it and come back for live standings, net run rate (NRR) updates, and qualification scenarios as the action unfolds.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table: Group 1
Group 1 features four of the tournament’s heavyweights alongside two qualifying sides. Australia, India, South Africa, and Pakistan are joined by Bangladesh and the Netherlands.
| Pos | Team | P | Won | Loss | Tied | N/R | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia Women (Q) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | +3.882 |
| 2 | South Africa Women (Q) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +0.633 |
| 3 | India Women (E) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.718 |
| 4 | Bangladesh Women (E) | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.710 |
| 5 | Pakistan Women (E) | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.872 |
| 6 | Netherlands Women (E) | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3.276 |
This table will update after every Group 1 match.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table: Group 2
Group 2 is led by defending champions New Zealand and hosts England, with West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, and Scotland rounding out the group.
| Pos | Team | P | Won | Loss | Tied | N/R | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England Women (Q) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | +2.134 |
| 2 | West Indies Women (Q) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -0.147 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka Women (E) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -0.725 |
| 4 | New Zealand Women (E) | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.118 |
| 5 | Scotland Women (E) | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.232 |
| 6 | Ireland Women (E) | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.875 |
How the Points System Works in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 uses a straightforward points system. Here is a quick breakdown of how it works.
| Match Result | Points Awarded |
|---|---|
| Win | 2 Points |
| Loss | 0 Points |
| No Result / Abandoned | 1 Point each |
| Tie (decided by Super Over) | 2 Points to Super Over winner |
If two teams finish with the same points, Net Run Rate (NRR) becomes the tiebreaker. So every run scored and every over bowled matters, even in a comfortable win.
Also, if a match ends in a tie, a Super Over decides the winner. The winning side gets the full two points. No sharing the spoils there.
What Is Net Run Rate (NRR) And How Is It Calculated?
Net Run Rate is the most important tiebreaker in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 points table. It often ends up deciding which teams go through to the semi-finals when points are level.
NRR Formula
NRR = (Total Runs Scored / Total Overs Faced) – (Total Runs Conceded / Total Overs Bowled)
A positive NRR means a team scores faster than it concedes. A negative NRR means the opposite. The higher the NRR, the better a team’s position in the standings.
Quick NRR Example
Suppose India score 160 in 20 overs and bowl out Pakistan for 120 in 18 overs.
India’s run rate: 160/20 = 8.00. Conceded run rate: 120/18 = 6.67.
NRR for that match = 8.00 – 6.67 = +1.33. A healthy boost to the standings.
This is precisely why teams sometimes chase down targets aggressively in fewer overs, even if the game looks settled. Every ball saved helps the NRR.
Full Tiebreaker Rules For Semi-Final Qualification
When two or more teams are tied on points, the ICC uses the following tiebreaker hierarchy to decide rankings in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 points table.
| Priority | Tiebreaker Criteria |
|---|---|
| 1st | Greater number of wins |
| 2nd | Higher Net Run Rate (NRR) |
| 3rd | Head-to-head result between the tied teams (points, then NRR) |
| 4th | Higher ICC Women’s T20I Team Rankings (as of a pre-determined date) |
So if Australia and South Africa both finish on 8 points, NRR separates them first. If NRR is also identical (extremely rare but possible), the result of their head-to-head match applies. The ICC Rankings act as the final fallback.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Format Explained
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is the 10th edition of the tournament and the biggest yet, with 12 teams competing for the first time. Previous editions featured 8 or 10 teams.
Group Stage (June 12 – June 28)
Twelve teams are split into two groups of six. Each team plays five group matches (one against every other team in their group). That adds up to 30 group stage games in total.
Semi-Finals (June 30 and July 2)
The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals. Both semi-finals will be held at The Oval, London.
Semi-Final 1: Winner of Group 1 vs Runner-up of Group 2 (June 30, 2:30 PM BST).
Semi-Final 2: Winner of Group 2 vs Runner-up of Group 1 (July 2, 6:30 PM BST).
The Final (July 5)
The two semi-final winners meet at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London on July 5 at 2:30 PM BST. Lord’s hosted the first-ever Women’s T20 World Cup final back in 2009, so the venue brings a full-circle moment for the tournament.
Group Compositions And Key Fixtures
Group 1: Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Netherlands
This is widely seen as the tougher group. Australia have won six Women’s T20 World Cup titles and remain the clear favourites. India, fresh off their 2025 ODI World Cup win, will bring huge momentum. South Africa reached the final in 2024 and are not to be underestimated.
Pakistan have been improving steadily, while Bangladesh qualified through the Nepal qualifiers unbeaten. The Netherlands are making their Women’s T20 World Cup debut, the first Dutch side in a women’s cricket World Cup since 2000.
Key Group 1 Fixtures:
| Date | Match | Time | Venue | City | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13 | AUS vs SA | 2:30 PM BST | Old Trafford | Manchester | Group 1 |
| Jun 14 | BAN vs NL | 10:30 AM BST | Edgbaston | Birmingham | Group 1 |
| Jun 14 | IND vs PAK | 2:30 PM BST | Edgbaston | Birmingham | Group 1 |
| Jun 17 | AUS vs BAN | 2:30 PM BST | Bristol | Bristol | Group 1 |
| Jun 17 | NL vs IND | 6:30 PM BST | Bristol | Bristol | Group 1 |
| Jun 18 | SA vs PAK | 10:30 AM BST | Headingley | Leeds | Group 1 |
| Jun 20 | AUS vs NL | 2:30 PM BST | Headingley | Leeds | Group 1 |
| Jun 20 | BAN vs PAK | 6:30 PM BST | Headingley | Leeds | Group 1 |
| Jun 22 | SA vs IND | 2:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 1 |
| Jun 24 | AUS vs PAK | 2:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 1 |
| Jun 24 | BAN vs IND | 6:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 1 |
| Jun 26 | NL vs PAK | 10:30 AM BST | The Oval | London | Group 1 |
| Jun 26 | SA vs BAN | 2:30 PM BST | The Oval | London | Group 1 |
| Jun 28 | SA vs BAN | 10:30 AM BST | Lord’s | London | Group 1 |
| Jun 28 | AUS vs IND | 2:30 PM BST | Lord’s | London | Group 1 |
The India vs Pakistan match on June 14 is expected to be the most-watched game of the group stage. Meanwhile, Australia vs India on June 28 at Lord’s could well decide who tops Group 1.
Group 2: England, New Zealand, West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Scotland
Hosts England will carry home crowd support, and captain Nat Sciver-Brunt leads a squad brimming with experience. Defending champions New Zealand, led by Amelia Kerr, retain 10 players from their 2024 title-winning squad.
West Indies bring explosive batting power, while Sri Lanka have been competitive in recent T20I series. Ireland and Scotland qualified through the qualifiers and will look to cause upsets.
Key Group 2 Fixtures:
| Date | Match | Time | Venue | City | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12 | ENG vs SL | 6:30 PM BST | Edgbaston | Birmingham | Group 2 |
| Jun 13 | IRE vs SCO | 10:30 AM BST | Old Trafford | Manchester | Group 2 |
| Jun 13 | WI vs NZ | 6:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 16 | NZ vs SL | 2:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 16 | ENG vs IRE | 6:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 18 | WI vs SCO | 2:30 PM BST | Headingley | Leeds | Group 2 |
| Jun 19 | IRE vs NZ | 2:30 PM BST | Bristol | Bristol | Group 2 |
| Jun 20 | ENG vs SCO | 10:30 AM BST | Headingley | Leeds | Group 2 |
| Jun 22 | WI vs SL | 6:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 24 | NZ vs SCO | 10:30 AM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 24 | IRE vs SL | 2:30 PM BST | Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group 2 |
| Jun 26 | ENG vs WI | 6:30 PM BST | The Oval | London | Group 2 |
| Jun 27 | ENG vs NZ | 6:30 PM BST | The Oval | London | Group 2 |
| Jun 28 | IRE vs WI | 10:30 AM BST | Lord’s | London | Group 2 |
The England vs New Zealand fixture on June 27 at The Oval could become a virtual semi-final qualifier. The home crowd advantage could play a big role throughout Group 2.
Semi-Final Qualification Scenarios: How Many Wins Do You Need?
With five group matches per team, the maximum possible points are 10 (five wins). But how many wins realistically guarantee a semi-final spot?
Five Wins (10 Points)
Guaranteed top-2 finish. No questions asked.
Four Wins (8 Points)
Almost certainly through. In a six-team group, it is mathematically impossible for more than two teams to reach 8 points unless there are no-result matches.
Three Wins (6 Points)
This is where things get interesting. Three wins could be enough, but NRR becomes crucial. If three teams end on 6 points, the one with the worst NRR goes home.
Two Wins (4 Points)
Highly unlikely to qualify unless multiple upsets create a logjam. A team would need favourable results elsewhere and a strong NRR.
One Win or Fewer
Elimination is almost certain at this stage. Rain-affected matches offering single points might keep mathematical hope alive, but that is a thin thread.
Tournament Venues for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Seven venues across England will host matches. Here is a complete list with their roles in the tournament.
| Venue | City | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Lord’s Cricket Ground | London | Final (July 5) + Group matches |
| The Oval | London | Both Semi-Finals (June 30 & July 2) + Group matches |
| Edgbaston | Birmingham | Opening match + Group matches |
| Old Trafford | Manchester | Group matches |
| Hampshire Bowl | Southampton | Group matches |
| Headingley | Leeds | Group matches |
| Bristol County Ground | Bristol | Group matches |
How All 12 Teams Qualified for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Understanding the qualification pathway gives context to the strength of each group. Here is how all 12 teams earned their spots.
| Qualification Route | Teams |
|---|---|
| Host Nation | England |
| Top 5 from 2024 Edition | Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, West Indies, India |
| ICC T20I Rankings | Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Global Qualifier (Nepal, 2026) | Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, Netherlands |
The Netherlands are the tournament debutants and the story of the qualifying campaign. Their qualification marks their first Women’s T20 World Cup appearance ever.
What Happens If Rain Washes Out A Match?
England in June. Cricket. Rain. You saw this coming, didn’t you?
If a match is abandoned without a ball being bowled or a result being achieved, both teams receive one point each. No NRR impact either, since no overs are bowled.
If rain interrupts a match that has started, the DLS (Duckworth-Lewis-Stern) method kicks in to set revised targets. The match still produces a result (and two points for the winner) as long as the minimum overs are bowled.
However, if even the minimum overs cannot be completed, the match is classified as a no result. In a tight group like Group 1, even one washed-out match can completely change the qualification picture.
Final Thoughts: Stay Tuned For Updated ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 points table will be the heartbeat of this tournament. With 12 teams, a round-robin format, and NRR as the primary tiebreaker, every match matters from ball one.
Keep this page bookmarked for live updates to the standings after every game. Whether it is Australia chasing a seventh title, India building on their ODI World Cup high, or New Zealand defending their crown, the points table will tell the story of who rises and who falls.