Pakistan to Host England, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe Women’s Cricket Teams
Pakistan will host the England, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe women’s cricket teams as part of the ICC Future Tours Programme from 2025 to 2029. These tour matches will take place in 2026 and 2027, while also preparing for the fourth cycle of the ICC Women’s Championship.
In a groundbreaking announcement, Pakistan is set to host the women’s cricket teams from England, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe for the first time as part of the ICC Future Tours Programme from 2025 to 2029. The Zimbabwean women’s team will tour Pakistan in April/May 2026, New Zealand in April 2027, and England is scheduled to visit later in October of the same year. Additionally, the Women’s Championship will include 11 teams competing for direct qualification to the 2029 ICC Women’s 50-over World Cup, with Zimbabwe making its debut.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled its Future Tours Programme, highlighting the scheduled matches and tours for national teams leading up to various ICC tournaments. With this initiative, Pakistan’s women’s cricket teams will host major international teams, fostering greater visibility and support for women’s cricket in the region. The ICC Women’s Championship from 2026 to 2029 is expected to generate significant competitive play, as each of the participating teams will engage in a series of home and away matches in a bid to qualify for prestigious tournaments.
The Pakistan women’s cricket team’s hosting of teams from England, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe represents a significant milestone in the development of women’s cricket in the country. Scheduled to commence in 2026, these events offer an opportunity for competitive play and are vital for bolstering the profile of women’s cricket at the international level. These tours will not only provide a platform for talent but also contribute to the growing enthusiasm for women’s sports in Pakistan.
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