London, July 24 -- England have announced multiple bilateral contests to mark next year's home season of cricket.

An action packed summer of cricket will feature England hosting the ICC Women's T20 World Cup starting June 12, with the final scheduled to be played at Lord's starting July 5.

In their preparation for the tournament, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Co will play in a three-T20I series against New Zealand and India.

England Women will also play as many ODIs against the White Ferns in the lead up to the T20 World Cup and a one-off Test against India at Lord's following the conclusion of the tournament.

Also touring the country for a three-match ODI series are Ireland Women, who will mark the final challenge for the Nat-Sciver Brunt-led ...