Women’s cricket is set to take centre stage as the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 kicks off on Tuesday, September 30 across India and Sri Lanka. Eight of the world’s best cricketing nations will battle for supremacy in the one-day international (ODI) showpiece, with reigning champions Australia looking to defend their crown and hosts India eyeing their maiden World Cup title.
The 2025 edition will follow a round-robin format, where all eight teams play each other once. The top four sides at the end of the league stage will qualify for the semi-finals, followed by the grand finale scheduled for November 02, 2025, at Colombo/Navi Mumbai.
Participating Teams
- India (hosts)
- Australia (defending champions)
- England
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Pakistan
- West Indies
- Sri Lanka (co-hosts)
Tournament Favourites
- Australia: With seven titles, the Aussies remain the most successful team in women’s cricket. Their squad depth and experience make them tough to beat.
- India: Playing at home with a balanced team led by Harmanpreet Kaur and the in-form Smriti Mandhana, India are widely seen as strong contenders to end their World Cup drought.
- England & South Africa: Both sides come into the tournament with solid batting units and quality pace attacks, making them dark horses.
Complete Schedule of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Day & Date – Venue – Match
The 2025 Women’s World Cup an opportunity for women’s cricket to cement its growing popularity. With sold-out stadiums expected, live global broadcasts, and heightened fan engagement, this edition could mark a turning point for the sport.
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