European associate cricket continues to quietly expand its footprint, and in early April 2026, a new chapter will be written as the Cyprus Cricket Federation hosts the Hellenic Cricket Federation Women’s National Team for a six (6)-match WT20I bilateral series. The series would be known as Aphrodite Cup.
Set to be played between April 03rd and 05th, 2026 at the Happy Valley Ground, this series will mark:
- ✅ The first-ever Women’s T20I meeting between Cyprus and Greece
- ✅ The first bilateral series between the two boards
- ✅ A crucial ranking points opportunity in the global T20I structure
📊 A Series Beyond Rankings
As per the latest ICC Women’s T20I rankings (25th March 2026), both teams sit outside the Top 40, and more importantly:
👉 They are currently not part of the Women’s T20 World Cup qualification pathway
But that is exactly what makes this series significant. This isn’t just about results, it’s about creating a case for inclusion in future ICC qualification cycles (2028 / 2030), building ranking credibility and stablishing bilateral structures in Europe among member nations.
Greece Women Tour of Cyprus Schedule
03rd April 2026: Cyprus vs Greece – 1st WT20I (Scorecard) and 2nd WT20I (Scorecard)
04th April 2026: Greece vs Cyprus – 3rd WT20I (Scorecard) and 4th WT20I (Scorecard)
05th April 2026: Cyprus vs Greece – 5th WT20I (Scorecard) and 6th WT20I (Scorecard)