The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set for its biggest showdown as arch‑rivals India and Pakistan prepare to launch their campaigns on Sunday, June 14, at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
India have historically dominated Pakistan with a 13-3 head-to-head record in T20Is overall, but Pakistan have proven capable of upsetting the Women in Blue on the world stage, having beaten them twice in previous editions of the tournament.

Pakistan’s first victory came in the 2012 edition in Sri Lanka. After being restricted to just 98 runs, Pakistan staged a remarkable comeback, limiting India to 97 for eight to clinch a thrilling one‑run win. Bowling allrounder Nida Dar starred with a three‑wicket haul and was named Player of the Match (POTM).
Their second triumph arrived in the 2016 edition, when Pakistan successfully chased down a modest target of 76 in a rain‑affected contest, winning by two runs under the DLS method.
Heading into this clash, Pakistan are ranked eighth in the ICC Women’s T20I team rankings, while India sit at third, setting the stage for a high‑stakes encounter between two sides with contrasting records but plenty of history.
INDW vs PAKW Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Sunday, June 14 | India women vs Pakistan women | 6 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 2:30 PM |
Venue Statistics (WT20Is)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 21 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 11 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 10 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 138 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 120 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 219/1 (20) by ENG-W vs SL-W, 2026 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 46/10 (17.1) by SL-W vs SA-W, 2022 |
| Highest Score Chased | 168 [168/5 in 20 overs] by ENG-W vs IND-W |
| Lowest Score Defended | 126 by ENG-W vs SA-W, 2014 |
Edgbaston Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Good | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Decent |
| Best Phase | Powerplay | With new ball | Middle Overs |
IND-W vs PAK-W Head-to-Head record in WT20Is
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 16 |
| India Women | 13 |
| Pakistan Women | 3 |
India Women vs Pakistan Women Playing XI Prediction
India Women (IND-W):
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Yastika Bhatia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Arundhati Reddy/Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma
Pakistan Women (PAK-W):
Muneeba Ali, Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Saira Jabeen, Rameen Shamim, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana (c), Eyman Fatima, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal
Players to watch out for in IND-W vs PAK-W
Shree Charani
Shree Charani has emerged as an excellent wicket-taking option for the Women in Blue lately. The slow left-arm orthodox bowler has impeccable control over her line and length and can be dangerous for batters looking to go after her.
Richa Ghosh
Richa Ghosh is arguably the cleanest striker of the cricket ball in the Indian camp right now. The right-hander scored 68 off just 36 balls at a scintillating strike rate of 188.88 against England in the last warm-up game. She can take the game away from Pakistan if she stays at the crease for just a few overs.
Today's Match Prediction: India Women to win

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.



