Ireland face West Indies in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group B at Bristol County Ground, Bristol, on Saturday 27 June 2026, starting at 14:30 BST (UTC+1). Bristol County Ground holds 17,500; this afternoon match on the final weekend of group-stage play is a crucial fixture in determining which two Group B sides advance to the semi-finals.

West Indies Women are two-time ICC Women’s T20 World Cup champions, having won the title in 2009 and 2016. Ireland Women are consistent European qualifiers, and this clash between a champion Caribbean side and a tenacious Irish programme has all the ingredients for an upset.

Ireland Women bring the tradition and fighting spirit that makes Irish cricket unique. Their ability to produce results against higher-ranked opponents has deep roots, and no opponent in any ICC event can afford to take them lightly. Irish cricket’s giant-killing tradition is established, and players who have grown up hearing those stories arrive at World Cups with belief.

West Indies Women enter this fixture as one of the most decorated sides in the history of the women’s game. Their two World Cup titles reflect a programme capable of genuine brilliance. Caribbean flair, explosive power hitting, and world-class spin bowling make them one of the most entertaining and dangerous teams on the circuit. They will be looking to close out the group stage with a commanding result.

Bristol County Ground, capacity 17,500, is the home of Gloucestershire Cricket, situated in central Bristol. The city’s accessible location, diverse community, and enthusiasm for sport ensure a lively crowd for World Cup fixtures. The afternoon start in late June provides warm, sunny conditions that typically favour high-scoring T20 matches.

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. Caribbean (AST, UTC-4): 09:30.

Check Bristol time, Ireland time, and West Indies time for live timezone references.

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