The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will open at Edgbaston on June 12 with an opening ceremony which looks to blend sport, music, and culture.
The ceremony will have a live performance by the full West End cast of Wicked, led by theater actors Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen.
By involving the entire cast of a major West End Theater Musical, it serves as a way to commemorate Wicked’s 20th anniversary. Furthermore, over 150,000 tickets have been sold for the event, which will be held prior to the opening match of the World Cup.
The 2026 edition features 12 teams, including newcomer Netherlands and returning Ireland, with matches running from June 12 to July 5.
When and where is the opening ceremony of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026?
The opening ceremony of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to take place before the first match, between host England and Sri Lanka, at 11pm IST (8:30pm BST) at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Where to watch the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 opening ceremony?
In India, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be available to watch online on JioHotstarwhile it will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network.
Globally, the ICC also uses its official digital platforms for tournament streaming and coverage, including ICC.tv for selected live events and content.
Published on Jun 12, 2026
