From the crease — Tuesday morning, 07 July
Women's International Cricket Enters Brief Hiatus as Focus Shifts to Upcoming Bilateral Series
Following Australia's T20 World Cup triumph, national teams are regrouping for a busy schedule of bilateral tours starting later this week.
The story
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 concluded on Sunday with Australia securing their record-extending seventh title against hosts England at Lord's. With the marquee event now complete, the international women's cricket calendar enters a brief pause, allowing teams to regroup and strategize for upcoming bilateral series. The focus now shifts to the next phase of international cricket, with several tours scheduled to commence in the coming days, marking the return to regular competition across various formats.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | 1st | Australia Women retained their top spot after winning the T20 World Cup. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | 2nd | England Women hold the second position. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | 3rd | India Women are ranked third. |
What we'll be watching
- Switzerland Women tour of Germany, 1st T20I: July 10, 2026, SSC, Karlsruhe
- West Indies Women tour of Ireland, 1st ODI: July 10, 2026, Bready Cricket Club, Bready
- India Women tour of England, One-off Test: July 10-13, 2026, Lord's Cricket Ground, London
- Switzerland Women tour of Germany, 2nd T20I: July 10, 2026, SSC, Karlsruhe
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