Australia face South Africa in the Group A of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on 2026-06-13. England’s summer provides the perfect backdrop for a tournament that showcases the rapidly growing women’s game.
Australia Women are the dominant force in women’s cricket. Six-time T20 World Cup champions, they set the standard for professionalism, fitness, and tactical innovation. Alyssa Healy, Meg Lanning’s le South Africa Women have emerged as genuine contenders in world cricket. Their athletic fielding, improving batting depth, and experienced bowling attack make them dangerous opponents. They reached the
Old Trafford Cricket Ground, with a capacity of 26,000, is one of England’s finest cricket grounds. Manchester offers fans a brilliant matchday experience, and the English summer weather should provide ideal conditions for T20 cricket. The ground’s history and atmosphere make it a worthy host for World Cup cricket.
The 14:30 BST start time converts to 19:00 IST for fans in India, 09:30 EDT for the US East Coast, and 23:30 AEST for viewers in Sydney. Check Manchester time and UK time for conversions.
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, hosted entirely in England, features 12 teams competing across 7 venues from June 12 to July 5. With two groups of six feeding into semifinals and a final at Lord’s, the tournament format rewards consistency and rewards the best teams. Women’s cricket continues to grow in profile, investment, and quality, and this World Cup represents the sport’s biggest stage.
Australia’s dominance in women’s T20 cricket borders on the absurd. Their six World Cup titles reflect a programme that sets global standards for player development, coaching, and fitness. Alyssa Healy’s keeping and batting, Beth Mooney’s consistency, and the all-round brilliance of Ellyse Perry give Australia options that other teams can only envy. Their World Cup record in England is formidable.
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- What time does Australia vs South Africa start?
- The match starts at 2:30 PM GMT+1 (Europe/London) at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on 2026-06-13. Use the timezone converter above to see it in your local time.
- Where is this match being played?
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester, England. Capacity: 26,000.
- How can I watch ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026?
- Check your local broadcaster for ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 coverage. Popular options include Star Sports and JioCinema (India), Sky Sports (UK), Willow TV (USA/Canada), Fox Sports (Australia), and SuperSport (Africa).