It’s shaping up to be a blockbuster summer of cricket for England Women, with a packed schedule featuring world-class opposition, major tournaments, and a historic Test match at the Home of Cricket. From white-ball clashes against New Zealand and India to a home ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, there’s no shortage of high-stakes cricket on the horizon.
Here’s everything you need to know about who England Women are playing this summer, and why it matters.
England Women vs New Zealand – White Ball Series
England begin their summer of cricket against New Zealand, one of the most competitive sides in world cricket.
The series will feature both ODIs and T20Is, giving England the perfect opportunity to fine-tune their white-ball approach ahead of a huge global tournament later in the summer.
New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack and dynamic batting will provide a stern test. They include new captain, Gray-Nicolls superstar Melie Kerr (pictured below), who is setting the world alight with her current form. This series will ensure England are battle-ready from the outset. Expect fast-paced, aggressive and high-intensity cricket across the series.
England Women vs India – White Ball Series
Next up, England face India, one of the strongest and most exciting teams in women’s cricket in a series that will dominate attention.
This white-ball series will see England take on a side packed with match-winners, blending experience and youth. India’s flair and depth make them a formidable opponent, particularly in limited-overs formats.
For England, this series isn’t just World Cup preparation, it’s a chance to make a statement against the pre-tournament favourites. The likes of Smiti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur will provide the ultimate test.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup – On Home Soil
The eyes of the world will be on the UK with the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, hosted on home soil for England’s cricketers.
Playing in front of home crowds, England will be aiming to go deep into the tournament and challenge for global glory. The fast-paced nature of T20 cricket, combined with the pressure of a World Cup, guarantees edge-of-your-seat action.
After a semi-final finish in the last major tournament, England will be keen to press home the home advantage and go one step further at least. But with Australia, India, New Zealand and South Africa stronger than ever, dreaming and doing are two very different things.
A Historic Occasion – One-Off Test at Lord’s
One of the standout moments of the cricketing summer will be the one-off Test match against India at Lord’s.
This fixture represents a huge occasion for the women’s game, with a wome’s Test being played at the iconic venue for the first time ever!
It’s a rare chance for England to showcase their skills in the longest format, and with the prestige of Lord’s and the intensity of an England vs India clash, this Test promises to be one of the highlights of the entire cricket calendar.
Powered by Performance – The GEM 3.0
As England’s stars take to the field this summer, Gray-Nicolls’ leading female athletes will be holding the GEM 3.0, a bat engineered specifically for women.
Trusted by players including:
…the GEM 3.0 is designed to deliver explosive power, exceptional balance, and precision shot-making, without the weight of previous eras.
Whether it’s dominating in white-ball cricket or building an innings in a Test match, the GEM 3.0 is designed for summers just like this.
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A Summer Not to Miss
With series against New Zealand and India, a landmark Test at Lord’s, and a home T20 World Cup, this summer promises to be the most exciting yet for England’s Women.
It’s a chance to watch world-class cricket, support the growth of the women’s game, and see some of the best players in the world — powered by Gray-Nicolls — perform on the biggest stages.
Make sure you’re following every moment.
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