Islamabad, Dec 19: In a landmark announcement, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has granted Pakistan the hosting rights for the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup, marking a historic milestone in the country’s cricket history. This decision highlights the ICC’s growing confidence in Pakistan’s ability to host major international events and provides an incredible opportunity for the nation to showcase its infrastructure, passion for the sport, and commitment to the development of women’s cricket.
The announcement comes as part of a broader plan to host major women’s tournaments in the coming years. The ICC has already confirmed several women’s tournaments for the next five years:
- Cricket World Cup 2025 will take place in India, celebrating the 50-over format.
- T20 World Cup 2026 will be hosted by England, blending tradition with modern flair.
- T20 Champions Trophy 2027 will return to Sri Lanka.
- T20 World Cup 2028 will mark Pakistan’s first major ICC Women’s event, a historic moment for the nation.
- Cricket World Cup 2029 is yet to be announced with the host nation still to be decided.
All matches between Pakistan and India during these events are set to be held at neutral venues, further emphasizing the importance of maintaining a level playing field for both teams.
The 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup will be a defining moment for Pakistan, offering a platform to inspire future generations of female cricketers. This tournament is poised to play a key role in elevating women’s cricket in the region, showcasing rising stars and providing invaluable exposure to the sport.
It will be the second international tournament Pakistan hosts since the 1996 Cricket World Cup, which it co-hosted with India and Sri Lanka. With this new achievement, Pakistan is set to make history once again in the world of cricket.
