ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025: Teams, Schedule & Global Showdown

The 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup kicks off in India and Sri Lanka on 30 September. Get team insights, match schedules, live coverage details, and historic tournament highlights.

Tournament Overview

The 13th ICC Women's Cricket World Cup promises high-stakes action across 11 venues in India and Sri Lanka. Eight elite teams will compete in 31 matches over 34 days, featuring:

  • Defending champions Australia (7-time winners)
  • Host nations India and Sri Lanka
  • 2017 champions England
  • Dark horses South Africa and New Zealand

Key Tournament Details

Format:

  • Round-robin stage (28 matches)
  • Top 4 teams advance to semi-finals
  • Final on 2 November in Colombo/Navi Mumbai

Venue Highlights:

  • Historic Eden Gardens (India) hosts Australia vs England clash
  • R. Premadasa Stadium (Sri Lanka) stages Pakistan's matches
  • Semi-finals at Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai)

Players to Watch:

  • Beth Mooney (AUS) - Current ODI ranking leader
  • Harmanpreet Kaur (IND) - Power-hitting specialist
  • Sophie Ecclestone (ENG) - World #1 ODI bowler

Broadcast & Digital Coverage

  • UK: Sky Sports & BBC Test Match Special
  • India: Star Sports Network
  • Global Streaming: ICC.tv (subscription required)
  • BBC Coverage:
    • Live text commentary
    • In-play video highlights
    • Exclusive player interviews via BBC Cricket WhatsApp

Historic Context

Australia aims for a record-extending 8th title, while England seeks to reclaim dominance after their 2022 semi-final exit. New Zealand remains the only non-AUS/ENG team to win (2000).

Economic Impact

Projected $25M boost for host nations through:

  • Stadium upgrades
  • Tourism partnerships
  • Merchandise sales (30% increase forecast)

Cricket World Cup Trophy The iconic ICC Women's World Cup trophy

Relation Cricket Schedule
2025-10-19 Sunday

Fulham

00:30 England, Premier League, Round 8

Call

00:30

Arsenal

Angers

01:00 France, Ligue 1, Round 8

Call

01:00

Monaco

Olympique de Marseille

03:05 France, Ligue 1, Round 8

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03:05

Le Havre

Tottenham

21:00 England, Premier League, Round 8

Call

21:00

Aston Villa

Lens

21:00 France, Ligue 1, Round 8

Call

21:00

Paris FC

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