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News18
a day ago
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- News18
History Set To Be Made! Lord's To Host First-Ever Women's Test In 2026
Lord's Cricket Ground will host its first women's Test match in 2026, with England facing India from July 10-13. The summer also includes the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Lord's Cricket Ground will make history in 2026 by hosting a women's Test match for the first time, as England take on India in what promises to be a landmark fixture in the women's game. The match is scheduled to take place from July 10 to 13 and will be part of a packed international summer that also includes England hosting the ICC Women's T20 World Cup for the first time since 2009. The global tournament will run from June 12 to July 15 and is expected to draw significant attention to women's cricket on home soil. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the full 2026 home schedule for both men's and women's teams on Thursday, highlighting a summer filled with high-profile series and iconic venues. Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead England Women through a busy season featuring white-ball series against New Zealand, India, and Ireland, as well as the historic red-ball Test against India at Lord's. A Milestone for Women's Cricket 'We're really excited to unveil what promises to be a spectacular summer of international cricket in 2026," said ECB Chief Executive Officer Richard Gould. 'With world-class opposition visiting iconic venues across the country, fans will have the chance to witness the very best of the men's and women's game." 'The highlight of the summer will undoubtedly be the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, hosted here in England for the first time since 2009. It's a huge moment for the women's game, for Nat Sciver-Brunt and her team, and it's a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of players and fans. And just after that, we're thrilled that Lord's will also host an England Women's Test match for the first time, marking a really special period for the women's game." Test Cricket Returns After 2023 Defeat England Women last played a home Test in 2023, suffering a five-day defeat to Australia at Trent Bridge. The 2026 Test against India at Lord's will revert to the traditional four-day format used in women's cricket. In addition to the marquee Test, England Women will play white-ball series against New Zealand, India, and Ireland throughout the summer. (with agency inputs) view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 18:28 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
France 24
a day ago
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- France 24
Lord's to host historic women's Test match in 2026
The dates for the historic fixture were announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board on Thursday as part of the full 2026 home schedule for both the men's and women's teams. England women's last home Test, in 2023, ended in defeat to Australia at Trent Bridge in a match played over five days, but the India game will revert to the usual women's format of four days, played from July 10 to 13. The team also has white-ball series against New Zealand, India and Ireland. England's men will face New Zealand in a three-match Test series in June, with three Tests to follow against Pakistan, starting in August. The white-ball team take on India in July in five T20s and three one-day internationals, with Sri Lanka visiting in September.
BBC News
a day ago
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- BBC News
Lord's to host three England Tests in 2026
Lord's will hosts three England Tests next summer - its first women's Test and men's matches against New Zealand and first men's Test against Pakistan at Headingley in August will be the only Test played north of men begin their summer at Lord's on 4 June with the first of three Tests against New play five T20s and three one-day internationals against India in July, followed by a three-Test series against Pakistan before T20s and ODIs against Sri Lanka in second and third men's Tests and the first two India T20s will clash with the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, which will be held in England. England's women warm up for that tournament with three ODIs and five T20s against New Zealand, followed by three more T20s against landmark women's Test at Lord's, which was announced last year and was a recommendation of the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) report in 2023, will be a four-day affair starting on 10 July. It will be England's first home women's Test since the 2023 the men's Test series being played from 19 August, The Hundred will move forward a week from its position in 2025 to avoid a the Hundred, England's women play three ODIs against Ireland in September. Including the World Cup, England women will play a minimum of 18 matches at home next first match of the summer on 10 May at Chester-le-Street and a World Cup fixture at Leeds are the only occasions they play north of of the Ashes Tests in 2027 will be played in the north, a decision questioned by Yorkshire chief executive Sanjay Patel this month. Old Trafford will host a Test in early 2027 before the Oval will host the last of those matches as it takes the final white-ball match of the summer, rather than its traditional concluding last Test of the summer will be played at Edgbaston from 9 September. England 2026 fixtures in full All times BSTEngland women v New Zealand10 May: First ODI, Durham, 11:0013 May: Second ODI, Northampton, 13:0016 May: Third ODI, Cardiff, 11:0020 May: First T20, Derby, 18:3023 May: Second T20, Canterbury, 14:3025 May: Third T20, Hove, TBCEngland women v India28 May: First T20, Chelmsford, 18:3030 May: Second T20, Bristol, TBC2 June: Third T20, Taunton, 18:3010 July: One-off Test, Lord's 11:00England women v Ireland1 September: First ODI, Leicester, 13:00 3 September: Second ODI, Derby 13:006 September: Third ODI, Worcester, 11:00England men v New Zealand4 June: First Test, Lord's, 11:0017 June: Second Test, Kia Oval 11:0025 June: Third Test, Nottingham, 11:00England men v India1 July: First T20, Chester-le-Street, 18:304 July: Second T20, Manchester, 14:307 July: Third T20, Nottingham, 18:309 July: Fourth T20, Bristol, 18:3011 July: Fifth T20, Southampton, 18:3014 July: First ODI, Birmingham, 13:0016 July: Second ODI, Cardiff, 13:0019 July: Third ODI, Lord's, 11:00England men v Pakistan19 August: First Test, Leeds, 11:0027 August: Second Test, Lord's, 11:009 September: Third Test, Birmingham, 11:00England men v Sri Lanka15 September: First T20, Southampton, 18:3017 September: Second T20, Cardiff, 18:3019 September: Third T20, Manchester, TBC22 September: First ODI, Chester-le-Street, 12:3024 September: Second ODI, Leeds, 12:3027 September: Third ODI, Kia Oval, 10:30
Int'l Cricket Council
a day ago
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- Int'l Cricket Council
England unveil blockbuster schedule for summer of 2026
England have announced multiple bilateral contests to mark next year's home season of cricket. An action packed summer of cricket will feature England hosting the ICC Women's T20 World Cup starting June 12, with the final scheduled to be played at Lord's starting July 5. In their preparation for the tournament, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Co will play in a three-T20I series against New Zealand and India. England Women will also play as many ODIs against the White Ferns in the lead up to the T20 World Cup and a one-off Test against India at Lord's following the conclusion of the tournament. Also touring the country for a three-match ODI series are Ireland Women, who will mark the final challenge for the Nat-Sciver Brunt-led side at home. Meanwhile, the men's team will also engage in an action packed summer of cricket. As the race for the ICC World Test Championship picks pace, England will host New Zealand and Pakistan for three Tests each. India, who are currently engaged in a five-Test series in England, will be touring the country for five T20Is and three ODIs, starting July 1. Subsequently, Sri Lanka will also tour for three ODIs and as many T20Is in September. Against New Zealand 1st Test - 4-8 June , Lord's, London 2nd Test - 17-21 June, The Oval, London 3rd Test - 25-29 June, Trent Bridge, Nottingham Against India 1st T20I - 1 July, Riverside, Durham, 2nd T20I - 4 July, Old Trafford, Manchester 3rd T20I - 7 July, Trent Bridge, Nottingham 4th T20I - 9 July, Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol 5th T20I - 11 July, Utilita Bowl, Southampton 1st ODI - 14 July, Edgbaston, Birmingham 2nd ODI - 16 July, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 3rd ODI - 19 July, Lord's, London Against Pakistan 1st Test - 19-23 July, Headingley, Leeds 2nd Test - 27-31 August, Lord's, London 3rd Test - 9-13 September, Edgbaston, Birmingham Against Sri Lanka 1st T20I - 15 September, Utilita Bowl, Southampton 2nd T20I - 17 September, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 3rd T20I - 19 September, Old Trafford, Manchester 1st ODI - 22 September, Riverside, Durham 2nd ODI - 24 September, Headingley, Leeds 3rd ODI - 27 September, The Oval, London Against New Zealand 1st ODI – 10 May, Banks Homes Riverside, Durham 2nd ODI - 13 May, The County Ground, Northampton 3rd ODI – 16 May, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 1st T20I – 20 May, The Central Co-op County Ground, Derby 2nd T20I – 23 May, The Spitfire Ground, Canterbury 3rd T20I - 25 May, The 1st Central County Ground, Hove Against India 1st T20I – 28 May, Ambassador Cruise Line Ground, Chelmsford 2nd T20I - 30 May, Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol 3rd T20I - 2 June, The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton One-off Test - 10-13 July, Lord's, London Against Ireland 1st ODI – 1 September, The Uptonsteel County Ground, Leicester 2nd ODI – 3 September, The Central Co-op County Ground, Derby 3rd ODI - 6 September, Worcestershire New Road, Worcester
The Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Lionesses' super-sub gives Sarina Wiegman a selection headache
Michelle Agyemang, a 19-year-old striker, has twice rescued the England women's team by scoring crucial equalisers in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals and semi-finals. Her impactful introductions have been pivotal in turning games around, with teammates noting her ability to instil confidence and frighten opposition defenders. Agyemang's unique blend of physicality, aggression, hold-up play, and composure under pressure has made her an invaluable asset for the Lionesses. Despite her game-changing contributions, manager Sarina Wiegman is unlikely to start her in the final, preferring to utilise her as a powerful impact substitute. Agyemang's performances have been instrumental in propelling England into their third consecutive major tournament final, highlighting her as a key weapon for the team.
