Ireland face Sri Lanka in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group B at Bristol County Ground, Bristol, on Tuesday 23 June 2026, starting at 14:30 BST (UTC+1). Bristol County Ground holds 17,500; this afternoon fixture is a critical Group B clash as both teams bid to stay in World Cup contention at the halfway point of the group stage.

Sri Lanka Women have participated in every ICC Women’s T20 World Cup since the tournament began in 2009. Ireland Women have earned their place through the European qualifying pathway, creating a match between an established Asian cricket nation and a rising European programme.

Ireland Women have built one of the strongest cricketing cultures in European associate cricket. Their giant-killing tradition at ICC events, established by the men’s team and carried into the women’s game, means no opponent can afford complacency. Their qualification for this World Cup rewards years of hard work in challenging conditions, and they take the field with a fighting spirit that is entirely their own.

Sri Lanka Women have been steadily improving across recent ICC cycles. Their spin-bowling attack, shaped by subcontinental conditions, brings an entirely different challenge to teams more accustomed to pace and seam. Playing in England provides experience in conditions that test their adaptability, and their batting lineup has shown increasing consistency at the top of the international rankings.

Bristol County Ground, capacity 17,500, is one of England’s most approachable and charming cricket venues. Situated in central Bristol, it draws a passionate local following and provides a welcoming atmosphere for visiting fans. The afternoon start in late June means a settled, dry pitch and warm conditions, which can produce high-scoring T20 encounters.

Timezone conversions for the 14:30 BST (UTC+1) start: India (IST, UTC+5:30): 19:00. United Kingdom (BST): 14:30. Australia Eastern (AEST, UTC+10): 23:30. US East Coast (EDT, UTC-4): 09:30. Sri Lanka (SLST, UTC+5:30): 19:00.

Check Bristol time, Ireland time, and Sri Lanka time for live timezone references.

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is hosted entirely in England, with 12 teams competing across six venues from 12 June to 5 July. The final is at Lord’s Cricket Ground on 5 July.