India Set to Face Pakistan in Women's T20 World Cup Opener

The Indian women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, is set to face Pakistan in a highly anticipated T20 World Cup opener on June 14. With a strong historical record against their rivals, India aims to build on their recent ODI World Cup success. Key players like Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana will be crucial in countering a formidable Pakistani bowling attack led by Fatima Sana, who has been in outstanding form. Fans can catch the live action on Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 13, 2026, 16:57 IST

India vs Pakistan: A High-Stakes T20 World Cup Clash

Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the Indian women's cricket team as they kick off their T20 World Cup journey against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday, June 14, at Edgbaston, Birmingham. This match marks a significant start for the reigning ODI World Cup champions. Historically, India has a strong record against Pakistan in T20Is, boasting a 13-3 advantage. Their last meeting resulted in a comfortable six-wicket victory for India during the 2024 T20 World Cup held in Dubai. Since then, India has solidified its status as a formidable white-ball team, highlighted by their recent ODI World Cup triumph. The squad aims to leverage this momentum for a successful T20 World Cup campaign, with key players like Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana expected to perform at their peak against a determined Pakistani bowling lineup led by captain Fatima Sana.

Fatima Sana has been in exceptional form over the past year, with a batting average exceeding 50 and a bowling average below 25. The Indian bowling unit, however, will be challenged, especially in the absence of injured players Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam. Sana previously made headlines by scoring the fastest fifty in Women's T20Is, achieving the milestone in just 15 balls against Zimbabwe in Karachi.

IND vs PAK Live Streaming

When is the IND vs PAK Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Match in India?

The IND vs PAK Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Match will be broadcast live in India on June 14 at 7:00 PM IST.

Where can viewers watch the IND vs PAK Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Match live?

The match will be available on the Star Sports Network and can be streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar.

Squads

India Women: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav.

Pakistan Women: Fatima Sana (C), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.