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India to Play 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup Matches in UAE as Pakistan Seeks Full Hosting Rights
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 07:47 AM
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India may host its 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup fixtures in the United Arab Emirates, while Pakistan is pushing to host all matches.
India may play its 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup matches in the United Arab Emirates, according to recent reports. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has not yet finalized the venues for the tournament, but India’s participation in UAE is being considered as part of the bid.
Pakistan is actively pursuing a bid to host every match of the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup. The country has submitted a formal proposal to the ICC, highlighting its cricket infrastructure and experience in hosting international fixtures.
The ICC is expected to review the bids in 2025, weighing factors such as facilities, security, and commercial viability. Both India and Pakistan have expressed strong interest, and the decision will shape the tournament’s schedule and logistics.
If India’s matches are scheduled in the UAE, likely venues would include the Dubai International Cricket Stadium or the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, both of which have hosted major international events.
The outcome will influence the Indian team’s preparation strategy, as playing in UAE conditions requires adaptation to pitch behaviour and climate. The final venue decisions will be announced in the coming months.
Pakistan is actively pursuing a bid to host every match of the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup. The country has submitted a formal proposal to the ICC, highlighting its cricket infrastructure and experience in hosting international fixtures.
The ICC is expected to review the bids in 2025, weighing factors such as facilities, security, and commercial viability. Both India and Pakistan have expressed strong interest, and the decision will shape the tournament’s schedule and logistics.
If India’s matches are scheduled in the UAE, likely venues would include the Dubai International Cricket Stadium or the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, both of which have hosted major international events.
The outcome will influence the Indian team’s preparation strategy, as playing in UAE conditions requires adaptation to pitch behaviour and climate. The final venue decisions will be announced in the coming months.