England vs West Indies Women's T20 WC 2026: Date, time, where to watch
Synopsis
Two unbeaten sides, one venue — Lord's. England Women's batting firepower and +2.490 net run rate collide with Hayley Matthews' West Indies on 24 June in a Group 2 decider that could settle semi-final spots in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Key Takeaways
England Women vs West Indies Women , ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group 2 , at Lord's Cricket Ground, London on 24 June at 11:00 PM IST .
Both sides are unbeaten in the tournament; England lead Group 2 with a net run rate of +2.490 from 3 wins.
Sophia Dunkley scored 57 and England posted 200 runs in their previous match despite captain Nat Sciver-Brunt's absence.
Hayley Matthews (West Indies captain) has a T20I century against England and is building into form with scores of 48 and 17 this tournament.
Live broadcast on Star Sports Network ; live streaming on JioStar .
England Women and West Indies Women meet in a top-of-the-table Group 2 showdown at Lord's Cricket Ground, London on Wednesday, 24 June at 11:00 PM IST, in what could be a decisive fixture in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. Both sides enter the match unbeaten, making this the standout clash of the group stage so far.
England's Form and Key Players
England Women have been the tournament's most dominant side, winning all three of their matches and carrying an impressive net run rate of +2.490. The hosts have fired on all cylinders despite the early absence of captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, with Sophia Dunkley delivering a fluent 57 at No.3 in their most recent outing — a game in which England posted 200 runs.
Contributions have come from across the batting order, with Amy Jones, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Alice Capsey, and Heather Knight all chipping in. With the ball, Charlie Dean has led a disciplined attack, supported by the wicket-taking threats of Lauren Bell and Sophie Ecclestone.
West Indies' Quiet but Perfect Run
West Indies Women have assembled their own unbeaten record more quietly, sitting second in Group 2. Captain Hayley Matthews remains the side's fulcrum with both bat and ball. Scores of 48 against New Zealand and 17 against Sri Lanka suggest she is building into form — notable given her career record includes a T20I century against England specifically.
The Caribbean side's batting depth is formidable. Experienced campaigners Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, and Shemaine Campbelle add layers of firepower that will test England's bowling credentials in a high-stakes encounter.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
The match will be televised on the Star Sports Network in India, with live streaming available on JioStar. The first ball is scheduled for 11:00 PM IST on 24 June at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.
Full Squads
England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Jannillea Glasgow, Jahzara Claxton, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Mandy Mangru, Shawnisha Hector.
With both sides undefeated and the group standings on the line, the winner at Lord's will take a commanding step toward a semi-final berth.
Point of View
Neither has faced a team of comparable quality. England's batting depth and bowling variety make them slight favourites on home soil, but West Indies have a habit of peaking in knockout-pressure situations, and Matthews' record against England is a specific threat that England's think-tank cannot afford to underestimate. The result here will almost certainly determine which side enters the knockouts with momentum and which one enters under scrutiny.
NationPress
23 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the England vs West Indies Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match?
The match is scheduled for Wednesday, 24 June at 11:00 PM IST at Lord's Cricket Ground in London. It is a Group 2 fixture in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Where can I watch England vs West Indies Women's T20 WC 2026 in India?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Live streaming is available on JioStar.
What is England Women's form heading into this match?
England Women have won all three of their group matches and hold a net run rate of +2.490, making them the group leaders. They posted 200 runs in their previous outing, with Sophia Dunkley contributing 57.
Why is Hayley Matthews a key threat for West Indies?
Hayley Matthews is West Indies' captain and their most influential player with both bat and ball. She has a T20I century against England specifically and is steadily building form this tournament with scores of 48 and 17.
What are the full squads for England and West Indies in this match?
England squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge. West Indies squad: Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Jannillea Glasgow, Jahzara Claxton, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Mandy Mangru, Shawnisha Hector.
