The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is almost here! Before the main tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026, all 12 competing teams will be in action during the official warm-up matches running from June 6 to June 10 across England and Wales. The good news for fans around the world is that every single warm-up game is available to watch live and free.
Here is your complete guide on how and where to watch every ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up match — TV channels, live streaming apps, and timings for every region.
Free Global Live Streaming — ICC.tv & ICC YouTube
The ICC has confirmed that all 12 warm-up fixtures will be broadcast live and completely free for fans across the globe through two official platforms:
- ICC.tv — icc-cricket.com/icc-tv
- ICC Official YouTube Channel — youtube.com/ICC
No subscription needed. No geo-blocking. Whether you are in Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, or anywhere else in the world, you can stream every match for free on these two platforms. This makes the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-ups one of the most accessible cricket events ever.
TV Channel & Live Streaming — Region by Region
Here is a full breakdown of where to watch the warm-up matches in your country:
| Region | TV Channel | Live Stream |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports (India matches only) | JioHotstar / JioStar (India matches only) |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports (England matches only) | Sky Go / Now TV |
| Australia | Prime Video (no warm-up coverage) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| New Zealand | Sky NZ (NZ matches only) | Sky Sport Now + ICC digital |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV (all matches) | Willow TV |
| West Indies / Caribbean | ESPN Caribbean (WI matches) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| UAE & MENA Region | StarzPlay Cricket W (all matches) | StarzPlay + ICC digital |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport (all matches) | ICC YouTube |
| Bangladesh | Rabbithole (all matches) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Sri Lanka | Dialog TV (all matches) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Malaysia | Astro (all matches) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Hong Kong | PCCW / Cricbuzz HK (all matches) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Singapore | StarHub (no TV) | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Papua New Guinea | PNG Digicel | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube |
| Pakistan | — | ICC.tv & ICC YouTube (free) |
How to Watch in Pakistan
Pakistan does not have a dedicated broadcast partner for these warm-up matches. However, Pakistani fans can watch all 12 matches completely free through:
- ICC.tv — official ICC streaming platform
- ICC YouTube Channel — search “ICC” on YouTube and go live
Both platforms stream in HD and are free to access. No VPN or subscription required.
How to Watch in India
Indian fans can follow India’s matches through:
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Live Stream: JioHotstar / JioStar app
Note that only India’s warm-up matches are covered on these platforms. For other matches, Indian fans can use ICC.tv or the ICC YouTube channel for free.
India’s warm-up fixtures are:
- June 8 — West Indies Women vs India Women, Sophia Gardens Cardiff
- June 10 — India Women vs England Women, Cardiff
How to Watch in UK
UK fans can follow England’s warm-up matches on:
- TV: Sky Sports
- Live Stream: Sky Go / Now TV
For matches not involving England, UK fans can also use ICC.tv and the ICC YouTube channel.
England’s warm-up schedule:
- June 8 — England Women vs Australia Women, Cardiff (3:00 PM local)
- June 10 — India Women vs England Women, Cardiff (10:00 AM local)
Match Timings — All Warm-Up Games
All matches are played in England and Wales. Here are the timings converted for different time zones:
| Time Zone | First Match (Morning) | Second Match (Evening) |
|---|---|---|
| Local (BST) | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| GMT | 9:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| PKT (Pakistan) | 2:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| IST (India) | 2:30 PM | 7:30 PM |
| EST (USA) | 4:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| AEST (Australia) | 6:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
Full Warm-Up Match Schedule
6 June 2026 (Saturday)
| Time (Local) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Netherlands Women vs Scotland Women | County Ground, Derby |
| 10:00 AM | South Africa Women vs Ireland Women | Haslegrave Ground, Loughborough |
| 3:00 PM | Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women | County Ground, Derby |
| 3:00 PM | New Zealand Women vs Bangladesh Women | Haslegrave Ground, Loughborough |
8 June 2026 (Monday)
| Time (Local) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | West Indies Women vs India Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| 3:00 PM | England Women vs Australia Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
9 June 2026 (Tuesday)
| Time (Local) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Scotland Women vs Pakistan Women | County Ground, Derby |
| 10:00 AM | Ireland Women vs Bangladesh Women | Haslegrave Ground, Loughborough |
| 3:00 PM | Netherlands Women vs Sri Lanka Women | County Ground, Derby |
| 3:00 PM | South Africa Women vs New Zealand Women | Haslegrave Ground, Loughborough |
10 June 2026 (Wednesday)
| Time (Local) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | India Women vs England Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| 3:00 PM | West Indies Women vs Australia Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
About the Tournament
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be held in England and Wales. A total of 12 teams are competing, including defending champions New Zealand Women and runners-up South Africa Women from the previous edition. India Women enter the tournament as the reigning ICC Women’s ODI World Cup holders, making this one of the most exciting editions in recent memory.
The warm-up phase runs from June 6 to June 10, after which the main tournament begins on June 12, 2026.
Conclusion
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches are a golden opportunity for fans to catch their favorite teams in action before the main event. With free global streaming on ICC.tv and ICC YouTube, there is no reason to miss a single ball.
Bookmark this page for live scores, match updates, and full coverage of all 12 warm-up games leading up to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches free to watch?
Yes. All 12 warm-up games are available live and free on ICC.tv and the official ICC YouTube channel globally.
Where can Pakistan fans watch the warm-up matches?
Pakistani fans can watch all matches free on ICC.tv and the ICC YouTube channel. No subscription is required.
What time are the matches in Pakistan (PKT)?
Morning matches start at 2:00 PM PKT and evening matches start at 7:00 PM PKT.
When does the main Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 start?
The main tournament begins on June 12, 2026.
Will India vs England warm-up be shown on Star Sports?
Yes, India matches are broadcast on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar in India.
