The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is one of the most prestigious tournaments in women’s cricket, second only to the Cricket World Cup. A biennial international championship designed to showcase the best of the fast-paced T20 format, it was first introduced in 2009, with the inaugural event hosted by England.
The most successful team in Women's T20 World Cup history is Australia, who have lifted the trophy on 6 occasions. The 2026 edition of the tournament will take place in England, where 12 teams will compete for the title.