The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Thursday announced that Afghanistan’s refugee women’s cricket team will tour England, starting on June 22.
ECB will arrange training facilities and T20 games for the Afghan side, which will also attend the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord’s.
Most of the Afghan players are based out of Australia, after being displaced from their homeland following Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in August 2021.
“Since being displaced from Afghanistan in 2021, these players have shown extraordinary resilience in continuing their cricket journeys, in incredibly challenging circumstances,” said Clare Connor, ECB Deputy CEO and Managing Director of England Women.
“We are delighted that the squad will attend the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Cricket has a responsibility to stand for inclusion and opportunity, and we are proud to be hosting this tour and supporting the players in deepening their connection to the game,” added Connor.
Published on May 21, 2026