ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: A Grand Stage Set for History

The world of cricket is set to witness another momentous chapter as the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 kicks off on 30 September 2025, with hosts India taking on Sri Lanka at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. With matches spread across five cities in India and Sri Lanka, the tournament promises high-octane action, passionate fans, and a celebration of women's cricket like never before.

A Historic Tournament Returns to the Subcontinent

This will be the 13th edition of the Women’s Cricket World Cup since its inception in 1973. Returning to India after more than a decade, the 2025 edition holds special significance—not only for Indian fans but for the global cricketing community. The subcontinent, known for its fervent love for cricket, is expected to provide a vibrant backdrop for this prestigious event.

The tournament, scheduled from September 30 to November 2, will feature eight teams competing in a single round-robin format, where each team faces the others once. The top four teams will qualify for the semi-finals, leading to the grand finale on 2 November, to be held either at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru or R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Host Cities and Venues

Five cricketing hubs have been chosen to host the matches:

• India
  • M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
  • Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam (Vizag)
  • Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
  • Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
• Sri Lanka
  • R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Warm-up matches will commence from 24 September, with each team playing two practice games before the main tournament.

Key Fixtures to Watch

• Opening Match: India vs Sri Lanka in Bengaluru (30 Sept)
• Australia vs New Zealand: The defending champions face off against their Trans-Tasman rivals in Indore (1 Oct)
• India vs Pakistan: A high-voltage clash expected to be played at a neutral venue due to political sensitivities (details to be confirmed)
• India Warm-Ups:
  • vs England in Bengaluru (24 Sept)
  • vs South Africa in Guwahati (27 Sept)

Qualified Teams

Eight teams have earned their place in this prestigious event:

• India (hosts)
• Australia (defending champions)
• England
• New Zealand
• South Africa
• Sri Lanka (hosts)
• Pakistan
• Bangladesh

The top six teams from the ICC Women’s Championship qualified automatically, while Pakistan and Bangladesh secured their places through the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier held earlier this year.

Where to Watch?

Fans across the globe can tune in to the action live:

• Television: Matches will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network in India and official broadcasters in other countries.
• Online Streaming: All matches will be available live on Disney+ Hotstar in India and through ICC’s global streaming partners.

What’s at Stake?

Australia enters as the tournament favorite, having won a record seven titles, including their dominant run in 2022. However, India, buoyed by home support and a hunger for their first Women’s World Cup title, poses a formidable challenge. England and South Africa, both strong contenders, will look to capitalize on recent form.

The 2025 World Cup also comes at a time when women’s cricket is undergoing a global transformation—with growing audiences, increased investment, and stronger domestic structures. This tournament will not only crown the best team in the world but will also act as a springboard for the next generation of cricketing superstars.

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