Global music stars Rita Ora and Clean Bandit will headline the entertainment at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, adding star power to the sold-out title clash at Lord’s on Sunday.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that Rita Ora will perform during the pre-match closing ceremony, which begins at 2.30 pm local time, while electronic pop group Clean Bandit will take the stage after the final to celebrate the crowning of the new world champion.

This exciting announcement follows from a tournament that has already redefined what a global cricket event can be.

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 burst into life with an opening ceremony like no other in the sport’s history, as the cast of the hit West End production of Wicked brought the magic of musical theatre to the cricket field, kicking off the tournament in spectacular and unprecedented fashion.

From a show-stopping opening to a star-studded finale, the ICC continues to push the boundaries of what is possible for women’s cricket, cementing this tournament as a landmark moment in the sport’s history.

With a world-class final, a capacity crowd at Lord’s and an unparalleled entertainment programme, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Final promises to deliver a spectacular conclusion to a tournament that has already established itself as a landmark moment in the history of women’s sport.

Spectators have been advised to be seated by 2 pm local time to ensure they do not miss the pre-match performances.

The summit clash will be contested between host England and six-time champion Australia.

Published on Jul 03, 2026