Berkshire Cricket Launches County-Wide Countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Berkshire, England – Berkshire Cricket is proud to announce an exciting programme of events marking the countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted in England. Running from March to June 2026, the county-wide initiative will engage schools, clubs, and communities, inspiring the next generation of players and celebrating the growth of the women’s game.
The countdown programme features a series of landmark events at 100, 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 day milestones before the tournament begins, with activities taking place across Berkshire.
Inspiring the Next Generation
The programme launches on 4 March 2026 (100 Days to Go) with a Secondary School Cricket Takeover at Herschel Grammar School. Berkshire Cricket coaches will visit 12 secondary schools across the county, delivering cricket taster sessions, small-sided games, and interactive assemblies focused on the Women’s World Cup and local playing opportunities. Each school will be allocated a Women’s World Cup nation, encouraging pupils to dress in team colours and immerse themselves in the global tournament.
“This is a fantastic chance to inspire young people—especially girls—to give cricket a try and feel connected to a world-class sporting event happening on their doorstep,” said Michelle Jeyarajah, Women and Girls Development Officer at Berkshire Cricket.
County-Wide Celebration of Women’s Cricket
Key countdown events include:
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23 April 2026 – 50 Days to Go: National Schools Day, with activity taking place at venues across Berkshire. – To get involved contact ally.darlow@berkshirecricket.org
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19 May 2026 – 25 Days to Go: West Berkshire Girls Dynamos Festival at Falkland Cricket Club for Year 5 & 6 pupils, featuring small-sided games and World Cup-themed activities.
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3 June 2026 – 10 Days to Go: Slough Chance to Shine Street Takeover, delivering high-energy street cricket, music, and challenges at the S&E Girls Street Project.
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7 June 2026 – 5 Days to Go: Women’s Softball Cricket World Cup at Crowthorne & Crown Wood Cricket Clubs, bringing together teams representing all 12 Women’s World Cup nations in a vibrant celebration of culture, unity, and community. – To get involved contact Michelle.jeyarajah@berkshirecricket.org
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11 June 2026 – 1 Day to Go: Maidenhead Girls Dynamos Festival at Pinkneys Green Cricket Club, welcoming primary school girls for a fun and inclusive introduction to cricket.
Building Excitement and Opportunity
Each event is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and fun, with a strong focus on encouraging girls and young women to get involved in cricket—whether for the first time or as part of their ongoing journey in the sport. Alongside on-field activity, the programme highlights local playing pathways and opportunities within Berkshire.
Berkshire Cricket’s Countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 aims not only to build excitement for the global tournament, but also to leave a lasting legacy by growing participation, confidence, and enthusiasm for women’s and girls’ cricket across the county.
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