Women's International Cricket Enters Brief Hiatus Before October Tours Begin
With no international fixtures in the last 24 hours, attention shifts to upcoming bilateral series in October.
The story
The international women's cricket calendar observes a quiet period as teams prepare for a busy stretch of bilateral tours in October. Following the conclusion of recent series, there have been no new international matches played in the last 24 to 48 hours.
Fans can look forward to several tours scheduled to commence in the coming weeks, promising a return to action across various formats. These upcoming series will feature a mix of T20 Internationals and One Day Internationals, offering opportunities for teams to improve their ICC rankings and build momentum towards future global tournaments. The brief lull provides a moment for reflection and anticipation before the next wave of competitive cricket begins.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia leads the ODI rankings with a rating of 163. |
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | #3 India | India holds the third position in the ODI rankings with a rating of 124. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia is the top-ranked team in Women's T20Is with a rating of 291. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | #3 India | India is ranked third in Women's T20Is with a rating of 264. |
What we'll be watching
- West Indies Women are scheduled to tour Zimbabwe, with the 1st T20I on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Takashinga Sports Club, Harare.
- Bangladesh Women will tour Australia, with their 1st match set for Friday, October 9, 2026, at Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
- Zimbabwe Women are slated to tour India, with the 1st ODI taking place on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.
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