Sri Lanka Women secure automatic qualification for inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy

Sri Lanka will not host the 2027 tournament, but its women’s national team has earned a place in the inaugural competition through the ICC qualification process.

Sri Lanka women's cricket captain Chamari Athapaththu celebrates Pratika Rawal's wicket with teammates during a cricket match

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) notes the International Cricket Council’s decision regarding the hosting of the upcoming ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027.

While Sri Lanka will not host the tournament, the Sri Lanka Women’s National Team has secured automatic qualification for the competition based on its standing in the current qualification process.

SLC welcomes the qualification of the Sri Lanka Women’s National Team and remains committed to providing the team with the necessary support in its preparation for the tournament.

Sri Lanka Cricket will continue to work closely with the ICC, the host nation of the ICC Women’s Champions Trophy, and all relevant stakeholders to ensure the successful conduct of the inaugural tournament.