Women's T20I Quadrangular Series (in France) 2022/23

The Women's T20I Quadrangular Series in France is a recurring international cricket tournament organized by Cricket France (Association Française de Cricket). The event provides official international exposure for emerging European teams, with matches designated as Women's Twenty20 Internationals (WT20Is) by the International Cricket Council (ICC). This status ensures that results count towards official ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings.

First held in 2019, the series operates as a developmental platform rather than a permanent league. The 2022 edition, hosted in Dreux from May 5 to May 8, featured France Women, Spain Women, Jersey Women, and Austria Women. This format marked the debut of Spain Women in official WT20I matches. The tournament ran on a single round-robin basis, comprising eight matches with no finals; the winner was determined solely by the points table. Jersey Women secured the title with four consecutive victories.

Unlike domestic competitions such as the Coupe de France Féminine, this series brings together national sides. The organizing body, the Association Française de Cricket, was revived in 1987/1988 and became an ICC affiliate member in 1988. The tournament serves as a preparatory step for larger ICC European qualifiers, including the T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier, but remains distinct as a multi-nation friendly series rather than a direct qualification knockout or league stage.

The structure has evolved since its inception. The 2019 edition in Nantes involved France, Jersey, Austria, and Norway, played over a double round-robin schedule of twelve matches. France won that earlier title. In the 2022 iteration, Norway was replaced by Spain. The format shift to a single round-robin reduced the total match count. No further editions involving these specific teams were recorded for the years following 2022.

The tournament highlights the growth of women's cricket across Europe. It allows nations like Spain to gain experience against established sides. Jersey Women demonstrated consistency in the 2022 series. France Women provided the host environment for the competition. Austria Women participated in both recorded editions. These fixtures offer valuable game time outside of high-stakes qualification events.

The series remains a key component of European cricket development. It bridges the gap between domestic play and international competition. The involvement of the ICC ensures standardization and recognition. Teams use the opportunity to test strategies before major tournaments. The format prioritizes participation and exposure over elimination drama.

Cricket France continues to support these initiatives. The association works to elevate the profile of women's cricket in the region. The series provides a consistent platform for player development. It fosters relationships between participating nations. The competition contributes to the overall growth of the sport in Europe.