ICC Unveils Schedule for Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 in India & Sri Lanka

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the full schedule for the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, set to take place from 30th September to 2nd November. While India holds the official hosting rights, matches involving Pakistan will be held in Sri Lanka due to diplomatic tensions, marking a dual-hosting arrangement. This will be the fourth time India is hosting the Women’s ODI World Cup, with the last instance being in 2013.

Why in News?

ICC has revealed the complete fixture list for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup. Tournament scheduled from 30th September to 2nd November 2025. Sri Lanka will host Pakistan’s matches as a neutral venue due to India-Pakistan political tensions.

Key Dates and Match Highlights

Opening Match

• India vs Sri Lanka on 30th September at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

Blockbuster Clash

• India vs Pakistan on 5th October at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Defending Champions’ Opener

• Australia vs New Zealand on 1st October in Indore.

Round-Robin Stage Ends

• 26th October

Semifinals

• Scheduled on 29th and 30th October

Final

• To be held on 2nd November

Host Countries

• India (primary host)
• Sri Lanka (neutral venue for Pakistan’s matches)

Participating Teams (8 Total)

1. India
2. Australia (Defending champions)
3. England
4. South Africa
5. New Zealand
6. Sri Lanka
7. Bangladesh
8. Pakistan

Background

• This will be the 13th edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup.
• India has previously hosted the event in 1978, 1997, and 2013.
• The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with all teams playing each other once before the knockout stages.

Significance

• Reinforces India’s role as a key global hub for women’s cricket.
• Highlights the growth and commercial appeal of women’s sports in South Asia.
• Offers a platform for rising stars and a showcase for elite women’s cricket.
• The India-Pakistan match is expected to be one of the most viewed women’s cricket games in history.