India Women Begin Five-Match T20I Series Against England Today in Chester-le-Street
The highly anticipated white-ball tour opener marks the start of a significant contest, with both teams looking for a strong beginning to the series.
The story
The focus of women's international cricket shifts to Chester-le-Street today as India Women begin their five-match T20I series against England. This tour opener, scheduled to commence at 5:30 PM local time, marks the start of a significant white-ball contest between two of the top teams in the world.
India will be looking to set an early tone in the series, while England aims to leverage home conditions. The series is expected to provide crucial preparation for both sides ahead of future international assignments.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia vs West Indies | T20I | Australia won by 8 wickets | Ashleigh Gardner (2/13 & 35*) |
Series in play
India Women tour of England 2026. 1st T20I today, a five-match series
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | Australia (1st), England (2nd), India (3rd) | Top teams in the T20I format. |
| ICC Women's Championship | Australia (1st), England (2nd) | Leading the qualification pathway for the Women's Cricket World Cup. |
What we'll be watching
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Semi Final 2: England vs South Africa on July 2 in London.
- 2nd T20I: England vs India on July 4 in Manchester.
- 3rd T20I: England vs India on July 7 in Nottingham.
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