Southampton/Manchester, June 12 -- Defending champions New Zealand Women will begin their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against West Indies Women in a high-profile Group clash at The Rose Bowl, Southampton on Saturday, June 13, with the White Ferns entering as strong favourites.
New Zealand hold a clear psychological and statistical edge, having won all of their last five T20I meetings against West Indies Women. The reigning champions also bring a settled and in-form core led by all-round star Melie Kerr, who continues to dominate with both bat and ball, supported by experienced campaigners Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates.
West Indies Women, however, arrive with genuine match-winners capable of changing the game in a matter of ove...