DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially awarded Pakistan the hosting rights for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2028, marking a significant milestone for the country’s cricketing profile on the global stage.
The decision came following approval by the ICC headquarters, wherein the proposal to hold the competition in Pakistan was passed.
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2028 is going to witness participation from 12 different teams. As per the qualification structure, 10 teams will qualify automatically: the top eight teams from the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, the hosting team if it hasn’t yet qualified, and others according to the ICC Women’s T20I rankings up until July 6, 2026.
The other two places will be taken through the qualifier round of the globe.
The ICC added that the games of India will be held in neutral grounds as per the current agreements. The detailed schedule and fixtures will be determined at the ICC meeting in July.
Hosting various international competitions earlier on, Pakistan now has strengthened its status as one of the hosting nations.
The development is being seen as a major boost for women’s cricket in the country with expectations that it will help promote the game and improve infrastructure and participation at the grassroots level.
