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Updated: June 16, 2025 21:11
Cricket fans, get ready for a blockbuster Women’s World Cup 2025 as India co-hosts the tournament with Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2. The stage is set for fierce rivalries, packed stadiums, and high-stakes matches as Harmanpreet Kaur’s squad chases their first-ever ODI World Cup title on home soil.
Key Highlights:
Tournament Format & Venues:
The 13th edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup will feature eight teams playing each other once in a round-robin league. The top four qualify for the semi-finals. Matches will be played across five cities: Bengaluru, Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Indore, Guwahati (all in India), and Colombo (Sri Lanka).
India’s Full Schedule:
Warm-ups:
September 24: vs England (Bengaluru)
September 27: vs South Africa (Guwahati)
Group Stage:
September 30: vs Sri Lanka (Bengaluru, 3pm IST)
October 5: vs Pakistan (Colombo, 3pm IST) — the marquee clash at a neutral venue, expected to draw massive attention
October 9: vs South Africa (Vizag, 3pm IST)
October 12: vs Australia (Vizag, 3pm IST)
October 19: vs England (Indore, 3pm IST)
October 23: vs New Zealand (Guwahati, 3pm IST)
October 26: vs Bangladesh (Bengaluru, 3pm IST)
Knockout Rounds:
Semi-final 1: October 29 (Guwahati or Colombo, 3pm IST)
Semi-final 2: October 30 (Bengaluru, 3pm IST)
Final: November 2 (Bengaluru or Colombo, 3pm IST; if Pakistan qualifies, the final will be in Colombo)
Rivalries & High Stakes:
The India vs Pakistan match on October 5 in Colombo is set to be a showstopper, especially after recent political tensions.
Defending champions Australia and 2022 runners-up England are both in the fray, promising tough contests.
India’s campaign features a mix of home and away conditions, with the final group match against Bangladesh in Bengaluru possibly deciding semi-final spots.
What’s at Stake:
India is eyeing their maiden ODI World Cup title, having finished runners-up in 2005 and 2017.
With home advantage, experienced stars, and a talented young core, expectations are sky-high for Harmanpreet Kaur’s team.
The tournament is expected to draw record crowds and showcase the best of women’s cricket.
Other Teams:
The eight teams: India, Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Each team plays seven group matches; the top four progress to the semi-finals.
Don’t Miss:
With the world’s best teams, iconic rivalries, and the dream of a home-soil triumph, India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign promises non-stop cricketing drama from start to finish.
Source: Times of India, BBC Sport, ICC, Olympics.com
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