Countdown to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup begins as scoreboards around the world mark 100 days to go

• Opening venue, Edgbaston, marks 100 days to go until the start of the ICC Women’s World Cup, with transformation of its iconic scoreboard
• Scoreboards across all host venues and cricket grounds around the world, join the global moment
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The first ball of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at Edgbaston on 12 June, as hosts England take on Sri Lanka – and today the famous Birmingham venue marked the 100-day countdown transforming its iconic scoreboard into a huge 100-day countdown.

The moment sparked a wave of scoreboard transformations across the country and around the world, signalling the start of the final run-up to one of the biggest sporting events of the year. Cricket fans around the world are gearing up for an electrifying summer of women’s cricket, with excitement building ahead of the opening match.

England Women captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt, was joined by teammates Sophia Dunkley and Lauren Filer for the countdown in Birmingham, where fans will witness world-class sport, incredible action and a global celebration of women’s cricket.

Countdown scoreboards also appeared simultaneously at cricket grounds across host cities in the UK including Old Trafford Cricket Ground (Manchester), Headingley (Leeds), Hampshire Bowl (Southampton), Bristol County Ground (Bristol), The Oval (London), and Lord’s (London). Iconic global cricket grounds such as Sydney Cricket Ground (Australia), Eden Gardens (India) and Gaddafi Stadium (Pakistan) also followed suit transforming their scoreboards with the digital design.

Beth Barrett-Wild, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament Director said, “In just 100 days, England and Wales will host the best female cricketers on the planet, for an unmissable sporting spectacle. With over 115,000 tickets already sold, excitement and momentum is building behind a tournament that’s ready to capture the hearts and minds of the nation and propel women’s cricket firmly into the sporting mainstream.”

England Women captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said “There’s nothing bigger than a home World Cup. To kick off at Edgbaston, in front of our fans, makes it even more special. We’re building something really strong as a group, and we’re going all out to win another World Cup on home soil and give our fans a moment they will remember forever.

We need our supporters behind us – so get your tickets now and help create a roaring home crowd cheering us on!”

This summer, fans can expect to see the world’s best cricketing talent battle it out across England and Wales, with teams from across the globe competing for the ultimate prize. With fierce rivalries, high‑stakes matches and a festival‑like atmosphere at every venue, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to be one of the most unmissable sporting moments of the year.

Get ready to catch the spirit this summer. Secure your tickets for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup here: tickets.womens.t20worldcup.com

For images of all scoreboards please click HERE.

Please credit all UK stadium imagery to ECB/Getty. All international images must be credited to source.

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About ECB

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About ICC

The ICC is cricket’s global governing body, representing 110 members worldwide. It oversees major tournaments such as the Men’s and Women’s Cricket and T20 World Cups, enforces the Code of Conduct on professional standards and playing conditions (with the MCC responsible for the Laws of Cricket), appoints match officials for all international formats, and combats corruption through its Anti-Corruption Unit. Its Development department also works with Associate Members to strengthen cricket systems, raise standards, and grow the game globally

About ICC 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place in England and Wales from 12 June to 5 July 2026. Over the course of 24 days, a total of 33 matches will be played across seven top-tier venues – Edgbaston (Birmingham), Old Trafford Cricket Ground (Manchester), Headingley (Leeds), Hampshire Bowl (Southampton), Bristol County Ground (Bristol), The Oval (London), and Lord’s (London). The newly expanded competition will see 12 teams competing for the prestigious trophy currently held by New Zealand.