England and Sri Lanka Women’s Teams Open 2026 T20 World Cup at Edgbaston
The 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup opens with a match between hosts England and Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, Birmingham. England, led by captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and featuring players like Heather Knight and Sophie Ecclestone, enter as favorites with a strong home advantage and a dominant head-to-head record. Sri Lanka, captained by Chamari Athapaththu, arrive in good form, having recently swept Bangladesh 3-0. Both teams aim to start the tournament strongly amid high expectations and supportive crowds.