Match officials for Australia vs England Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final announced

ICC International Panel of Match Officials has been locked in for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, which is slated to be played on July 5 at Lord’s. Tasked with managing the high-stakes battle between hosts England and their traditional rivals Australia, Jacquline Williams and Vrinda Rathi have been selected as the two on-field umpires.

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For Williams, this marks her second time standing in a T20 World Cup final, having previously overseen Australia's 2023 title win over South Africa. Currently officiating in her fifth tournament, she has already been a familiar fixture for both finalists, having held the whistle for England's opening victory against Sri Lanka, their semi-final triumph over South Africa, and Australia's pivotal group-stage win over India.

In contrast, Vrinda Rathi will be making her debut as an on-field umpire in a World Cup final. Like her partner, Rathi has spent the tournament closely watching both teams advance, having officiated Australia's semi-final victory against the West Indies as well as England’s earlier group-stage win over Ireland.