Countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup dips under the 100-day mark as scoreboards mark the build-up
The first ball of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at Edgbaston on 12 June, as hosts England take on Sri Lanka – and on Wednesday the famous Birmingham venue marked the 100-day countdown transforming its iconic scoreboard into a huge 100-day countdown.
The first ball of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at Edgbaston on 12 June, as hosts England take on Sri Lanka – and on Wednesday the famous Birmingham venue marked the 100-day countdown 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.
Cricket fans around the world are gearing up for an electrifying summer of women’s cricket, with excitement building ahead of the opening match.
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 global celebration of women’s cricket.
Spectacle
Countdown scoreboards also appeared simultaneously at cricket grounds across host cities in the UK including Old Trafford Cricket Ground (Manchester), Headingley (Leeds), Hampshire Bowl (Southampton), Bristol County Ground (Bristol), The Oval (London), and Lord’s (London). Iconic global cricket grounds such as Sydney Cricket Ground (Australia), Eden Gardens (India) and Gaddafi Stadium (Pakistan) 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.”
Countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup begins PICTURE: ECB/Getty Images
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England Women captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said “There’s nothing bigger than a home World Cup.
“To kick off at Edgbaston, in front of our fans, makes it even more special.
“We’re building something really strong as a group, and we’re going all out to win another World Cup on home soil and give our fans a moment they will remember forever.
“We need our supporters behind us – so get your tickets now and help create a roaring home crowd cheering us on!”
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.
Get ready to catch the spirit this summer. Secure your tickets for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup here: tickets.womens.t20worldcup.com
