England’s squad, led by Nat Sciver‑Brunt, enters the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a clear goal: to mirror the 2017 triumph that sparked a surge in female participation. The new campaign kicks off at Edgbaston against Sri Lanka, a match that promises to ignite interest and showcase the depth of talent that has grown since that historic win.

Sky Sports’ 2025 report highlighted that girls aged 11‑18 miss out on 280 million hours of sport annually, a gap that could unlock £6.5bn in economic and health gains by 2035. The research also found 55 percent of girls say seeing pros inspires them, underscoring why the World Cup serves as a vital platform for change.

England aims to emulate the Red Roses and the Lionesses, hoping their performances will spark a new generation of players. With all 12 group games, the semi‑finals and the final free on the Sky Sports app, fans can follow every moment. The tournament’s success will cement England’s status as a beacon for women’s cricket.

Following the World Cup, England will play the first women’s Test at Lord’s against India, with over 20,000 tickets sold. The historic venue hosted the 2017 final, and the Test will keep momentum alive, linking the tournament’s narrative to the long‑awaited Test match tradition and sustaining fan engagement.