ICC Women's T20 World Cup Enters Knockout Stage as Australia Face West Indies in First Semi-Final
The highly anticipated semi-final clash at The Oval today sets the stage for the tournament's final week, with England and South Africa set to compete in the second semi-final on July 2.
The story
With no international women's cricket matches concluded in the last 24 hours, the focus shifts to the thrilling knockout stage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. Today marks the first semi-final, where Group A toppers Australia will take on Group B runners-up West Indies at The Oval in London.
Australia enters the match with an unbeaten record from the group stage, while West Indies secured their semi-final berth despite a recent loss to Ireland, edging out Sri Lanka on net run rate. Looking ahead, hosts England, who also had an undefeated run in Group B, will face South Africa in the second semi-final on July 2, also at The Oval. Cricket fans can also anticipate India Women's tour of England, which kicks off with the first T20I on July 1 in Chester-le-Street.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A | 1st | Australia (Qualified for Semi-Finals) |
| ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A | 2nd | South Africa (Qualified for Semi-Finals) |
| ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group B | 1st | England (Qualified for Semi-Finals) |
| ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group B | 2nd | West Indies (Qualified for Semi-Finals) |
What we'll be watching
- June 30 — TBC vs TBC [T20I], ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Semi Final 1, London (Australia vs West Indies at The Oval)
- July 1 — England vs India [T20I], India Women tour of England 2026, Chester-le-Street
- July 2 — TBC vs TBC [T20I], ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Semi Final 2, London (England vs South Africa at The Oval)
- July 5 — TBC vs TBC [T20I], ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Final, Lord's Cricket Ground, London
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