India Named New Hosts for Inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy in 2027
India is confirmed as the host for the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027, taking place from February 14 to 28.
India will host the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy in 2027, a significant move ratified by the International Cricket Council (ICC) Board on September 2, 2026. The tournament, featuring six of the world's leading women's cricket teams, is set to take place from February 14 to 28 across two venues: the Cricket Club of India (CCI) in Mumbai and the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium in Vadodara. Dubai Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Hong Kong, China Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A Match.
India to Host ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027
A landmark moment for women’s cricket awaits.
The dates and venues for the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy in 2027 are now confirmed, as India prepares to welcome the world’s best teams from 14-28 February.
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This decision comes after Sri Lanka was stripped of the hosting rights in August 2026 due to ongoing concerns over government interference in Sri Lanka Cricket's administration. Despite this setback, Sri Lanka will still compete in the tournament, having qualified based on their ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings.
Tournament Details and Participating Nations
The 2027 ICC Women's Champions Trophy will be played in the Women's Twenty20 International (WT20I) format. Six teams will battle it out in 16 matches for the coveted title.
The participating nations, which qualified based on their positions in the ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings as of July 6, 2026, are:
- Australia
- England
- India (Hosts)
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka secured their spot based on their ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings at the qualification cut-off date, ensuring their participation despite the change in host nation.
Venue and Format
All 16 matches of the tournament will be split between two premier venues in India:
- Mumbai: Cricket Club of India (CCI), Brabourne Stadium
- Vadodara: Vadodara International Cricket Stadium
The tournament will follow a round-robin league format, where each team plays every other team once. The top two teams from the league stage will then proceed to the final match, scheduled for February 28, 2027.
ICC Statement and Future of Women's Cricket
ICC Chairman Jay Shah lauded the new tournament, stating, “The ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027 marks an exciting new chapter for women’s cricket.” He further emphasized its role in bringing together the best teams globally for an intense, high-quality competition, thereby creating greater incentive for teams to rise through the rankings. Where to Watch Women's Asia Cup 2026 Live Streaming Online and TV Channel Telecast in India.
“With a marquee ICC women’s event now taking place every year, we have a significant opportunity to build greater momentum, provide more consistency and create a stronger rhythm for the women’s game, its players and its fans around the world,” Mr. Shah added.
The inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy is set to be a landmark event for women's cricket, showcasing top talent and fostering global growth for the sport.
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