The 16th edition of the South American Women’s Cricket Championship is set to unfold from 23 to 27 September 2026, featuring a compact yet competitive tri-series between Brazil A, Chile, and Costa Rica. As the region’s premier women’s T20I-style tournament, this edition promises high-stakes cricket in a round-robin format, culminating in a final that will crown the continent’s leading side. With Brazil aiming to extend their dominance and Chile and Costa Rica looking to upset the established order, the stage is set for a thrilling showcase of emerging talent in South American women’s cricket.
Brazil enter as overwhelming favourites, having lifted the title a record seven times, in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2024, and most recently in 2025. Their consistency is unmatched: since the tournament’s inception in 2007, they have finished as runners-up only four times (2007, 2009, 2010, 2017), underscoring their status as the region’s powerhouse. Chile, meanwhile, have emerged as Brazil’s most persistent challengers, securing runners-up finishes in 2018 and 2023, and will be eager to convert their near-misses into silverware. Costa Rica, though yet to reach the final, brings growing experience and ambition to a tournament that continues to raise the profile of women’s cricket across the continent.
With just three teams, every match carries knockout intensity, and the pressure to perform in a condensed schedule will test depth, adaptability, and nerve. As the countdown begins, all eyes will be on whether Brazil can make it eight titles, or if 2026 will finally be the year Chile or Costa Rica rewrite the regional script.
Squads:
Brazil A
Beatriz Pereira, Eloise Roque, Anna Vitoria De Oliveira, Ana Julia Bessoni, Geovana Cristina De Lima, Isabella Moreira Ramos, Ana Marcelly Da Silva, Gabriela Bernardes, Lavinia Vitoria Silva, Hilary Alves Iaccino, Tamara Pereira, Gabrieli Cristine Da Silva, Sil
Chile
Camila Oyarce, Alejandra Zúñiga, Jessica Miranda, Franchesca Moya, Yaritza Beltrán, Tiara Pueye, Sofía Mardones, Florencia Martínez, Sofía Araya, Monserrat Montero, Ivonne Vildosola, Alejandra Lagos, Paz Ravanal
Costa Rica
Wendy Morales, Jazmin Molina, Samarie Pecou, Katherine Gomez, Kaisha A, Yerin Perez, Dunia Gonzalez, M. Fernanda Arauz, Saray Espinoza, Shanil, M. Paula Astua, Maria Aguirre
Schedule:
23rd September 2026: Match 1: Brazil A vs Chile (5:30 PM IST)
23rd September 2026: Match 2: Chile vs Costa Rica (9:30 PM IST)
24th September 2026: Match 3: Brazil A vs Costa Rica (5:30 PM IST)
24th September 2026: Match 4: Brazil A vs Chile (9:30 PM IST)
25th September 2026: Match 5: Chile vs Costa Rica (5:30 PM IST)
25th September 2026: Match 6: Brazil A vs Costa Rica (9:30 PM IST)
27th September 2026: Final: TBA vs TBA (5:30 PM IST)
Note: All the matches of the series will be played at Pocos Oval, Pocos de Caldas.
Streaming and Broadcasting Details:
There is no official streaming and broadcasting partner for the tournament. However, the fans can watch out for official social media handles for their respective social media handles. The local streaming networks could potentially stream the games in the upcoming tournament. Cricinfo will also be covering the scorecard updates.
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