As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway in England and Wales on June 12, several star batters are expected to play pivotal roles for their nations in the expanded 12-team tournament.
Australia’s rising star Georgia Voll enters the event as the top-ranked women’s T20I batter, boasting a strike rate above 156. For Bangladesh, Sobhana Mostary arrives in excellent form after winning Player of the Tournament at the 2026 Qualifier.
Hosts England will rely on the experience of Heather Knight, while India’s explosive opener Shafali Verma looks to continue her remarkable resurgence following her match-winning World Cup final performance last year.
Ireland captain Gaby Lewis has scored more T20I runs than any other player since the 2024 edition, while Netherlands batter Sterre Kalis will aim to shine on her country’s tournament debut.
New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates is preparing for her final international tournament, ending a distinguished 19-year career. Pakistan’s Ayesha Zafar heads into the event after scoring her maiden international century earlier this year.
Scotland youngster Darcey Carter continues to impress, while South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt arrives in red-hot form after a prolific series against India.
Sri Lanka opener Hasini Perera has become a key figure at the top of the order, and West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews remains one of the world’s most impactful all-round performers.
With power, experience and form on display, these 12 batters could define the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
