The 13th edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup is set to begin on September 30, 2025, with India and Sri Lanka hosting the month-long event. The tournament, featuring 50-over matches, will run until November 2, 2025, and promises to be one of the biggest stages in women’s cricket history. Preparations are in full swing as cricket fans worldwide count down the final hours before the official start.
Hosts: India and Sri Lanka
India will be hosting the Women’s World Cup for the fourth time after previously staging it in 1978, 1997, and 2013. For Sri Lanka, this marks a historic moment as it host the prestigious event for the very first time. The co-hosting arrangement is expected to bring a unique blend of cricket culture and fan energy to the tournament.
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Participating Teams
A total of eight teams will compete for the title:
- India (host)
- Sri Lanka (host)
- Australia (defending champions)
- New Zealand
- England
- Pakistan
- South Africa
- Bangladesh
Australia, who lifted their seventh title in 2022, will be entering the tournament as the defending champions and clear favorites, though competition is expected to be fierce.
Tournament Format
The event will be played under a round-robin and knockout system. Each team will face all other participants in the initial stage, with the top teams advancing to the semifinals and eventually the final. This format ensures that every game counts and keeps the excitement alive throughout the competition.
Venues Announced
The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed the schedule in June 2025, finalizing the tournament window from September 30 to November 2. Matches will be hosted across several venues:
- India: Navi Mumbai (DY Patil Stadium), Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam
- Sri Lanka: Colombo
Initially, Bengaluru was included in the list of Indian venues, but it was later replaced by Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium following updates from the ICC in July.
Looking Ahead
With just a day to go, anticipation is building among fans, players, and cricket boards. The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is not just about crowning a champion, but also about celebrating the growth and global reach of women’s cricket.
