Women's T20 World Cup: England overcome Ireland to remain top

England maintained their 100% start to the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a four-wicket victory over Ireland at Southampton.

Having won the toss, England were accurate with the ball and sharp in the field. Spinners Sophie Ecclestone and Charlie Dean combined for five wickets at the expense of just 33 runs, as Ireland were restricted to 118-9.

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt top-scored for with 48, but was forced to retire out before reaching her half-century due to a calf issue, having missed England’s pre-tournament series against New Zealand and India through injury.

Ireland are next in action this Friday, when they take on defending champions New Zealand, before England face Scotland at Headingley on Saturday.

See England vs Ireland this September!

Having already done battle at the ICC T20 World Cup, England and Ireland go head-to-head in Metro Bank One-Day International at The Central Co-op County Ground on Thursday 3 September.

After a record Early Bird Window, limited advanced tickets remain for both fixtures, with more than 75% of reserved seating already booked.

Adult ticket prices will increase by £5 on the day of each fixture, so buy in advance to save!

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