The Women's T20 World Cup exploded into life at Edgbaston, where England crushed Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in front of a raucous crowd of 14,865 spectators. And despite some suggesting it would be overshadowed by its footy rival on the other side of the pond, the ICC is adamant this tournament can and will thrive alongside the football World Cup.
The ICC's chief executive Sanjog Gupta believes that the two events can coexist harmoniously, saying: "We don't see any impact from the football World Cup. We think our event can still bring a lot of excitement to women's cricket." And with the likes of England's Heather Knight and Nat Sciver leading their team out onto the pitch in front of such an electric atmosphere, it's hard to disagree.
The tournament, which is being held across 10 venues in England and Wales, promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans. With 10 teams vying for the coveted trophy, there's sure to be some thrilling cricket on display – and we can't wait to see what this Women's T20 World Cup has in store!