The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final is underway at Lord's Cricket Ground, with Australia and England facing off for the title. Australia's captain Sophie Molineux won the toss and elected to bowl first.
ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final Toss Result
Australia Women have won the toss and chosen to field first in the final against England Women. According to ABP Live, the toss was conducted at Lord's, with Sophie Molineux calling correctly and opting to chase.
The decision to bowl first means Australia will look to restrict England to a manageable total before chasing it down. The venue, Lord's Cricket Ground, has hosted many historic matches in the sport.
Playing XIs for England vs Australia Final
The playing XIs for both teams have been confirmed for the final. According to Outlook India, Australia Women won the toss and elected to bowl first at Lord's.
According to ESPNcricinfo, Australia Women elected to field first after winning the toss. The full scorecard shows the players taking the field for this crucial match.
Match Context: Rivalry Renewed at Lord's
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final brings together two of cricket's biggest rivals. Australia are chasing another ICC crown, while England have the chance to stop their dominance on the biggest stage.
According to The Guardian, England set Australia a target of 151 to win the Women's T20 Cricket World Cup final. The match is being played at Lord's, a venue known for its rich history in cricket.
Our Take: A Crucial Toss Decision
Australia's decision to bowl first is a clear strategy. By chasing, they can pace their innings based on the target set by England. This approach has worked well for them in past tournaments. For England, batting first means they must set a competitive total to put pressure on the defending champions. The toss could prove decisive in a high-stakes final like this.
