The 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is poised to be one of the most anticipated global sporting events of the year. With the world’s best female cricketers set to compete, the tournament promises thrilling rivalries, standout performances, and milestone moments that could define careers. As women’s cricket continues its meteoric rise in popularity, this edition is expected to shatter previous records for attendance, global viewership, and fan engagement.
The numbers speak for themselves. In terms of audience engagement, the 2022 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup reached approximately 104.8 million global TV viewers and generated 1.64 billion video views across ICC digital channels, according to official ICC data. The 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup delivered 192 million viewing hours and 1.39 billion video views, as reported by the ICC. The 2024 Women’s Asia Cup achieved 52 million total TV viewers and 3.95 billion watch-minutes, based on BARC/Disney Star figures reported by outlets such as CricTracker and Mediabrief.
This explosive growth extends beyond viewership. The tournament's rising popularity has transformed it into a focal point for the cricket betting industry, with major bookmakers expanding their coverage of women’s cricket odds across in-play and futures markets. As more fans and analysts enter the space, the financial ecosystem surrounding women’s cricket is rapidly maturing.
Even outside traditional powerhouses, interest is booming. In New Zealand, for example, a recent Newsroom report showed that 45% of sports fans actively follow women’s sports (up from 35% the year before) with nearly two million Kiwis engaging with women's sporting events. This trend reflects a broader cultural shift toward greater recognition and investment in women's sports, and cricket is leading that charge.
With all these forces converging, the 2025 Women’s World Cup is more than just a tournament, it’s a milestone in the global evolution of the women’s game.
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The competition is scheduled to run from 30 September to 2 November 2025. The opening match is planned to see India face Sri Lanka in Bengaluru, though that venue has not yet been officially confirmed, permissions from the state government are still pending, and both the BCCI and ICC remain concerned about safety clearances for M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. As things stand, the final is slated for 2 November, with the ICC’s schedule listing the venue as either Colombo or Bengaluru, depending on how arrangements evolve
The format remains the same as previous editions:
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Group Stage: All teams
will play each other once in a round-robin system.
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Points Table: Wins
grant two points, ties or no results earn one.
● Knockouts: The top four teams advance to the
semifinals, followed by the final.
This format ensures every match counts, with net run rate often becoming a deciding factor.
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Bengaluru: M.
Chinnaswamy Stadium
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Guwahati: Assam Cricket
Association Stadium
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Indore: Holkar Cricket
Stadium
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Visakhapatnam: ACA–VDCA
Cricket Stadium
● Colombo: R. Premadasa Stadium
India and Sri Lanka have invested in upgrading facilities to ensure world-class conditions for players and fans.
Eight teams will compete:
These sides earned their spots through ICC rankings and qualifiers, bringing a mix of established giants and underdog challengers.
The fixture drawing the most attention is India vs Pakistan on October 5 in Colombo, a rivalry that transcends sport. Other standout clashes include Australia vs England, a classic battle between two historically dominant teams, and New Zealand vs South Africa, both fighting for a semifinal berth.
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Smriti Mandhana (India):
Known for elegant stroke play and consistency at the top of the order.
● Meg Lanning (Australia): A proven leader and
prolific run-scorer.
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Sophie Ecclestone (England): The world’s top-ranked ODI bowler.
● Shabnim Ismail (South Africa): Pace and
aggression that trouble even the best batters.
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Shafali Verma (India):
Explosive opener who can change a game within overs.
● Alice Capsey (England): Versatile all-rounder
making waves in international cricket.
The countdown begins ⏳
The full
schedule for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is out 🗓
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Fans worldwide can catch the action through official broadcasters and streaming platforms:
● India: Star Sports & Disney+ Hotstar
● Australia: Fox Sports & Kayo
● UK: Sky Sports Cricket
● New Zealand: Sky Sport
● Global Streaming: ICC.tv
With multiple camera angles, in-depth analysis, and live statistics, coverage will be richer than ever.
The Women’s Cricket World Cup has seen Australia dominate historically, winning seven titles. England has claimed four, and New Zealand one. Some standout records include:
● Most runs in a single tournament: Debbie Hockley (NZ), 456 runs in 1997.
● Highest individual score in a Women’s World Cup match: Belinda Clark (AUS) 229* vs Denmark (1997).
● Best bowling figures in a Women’s World Cup match: Lyn Fullston (AUS) 8/27 vs Pakistan (1982).
The 2025 edition offers current players the chance to etch their names alongside these legends.
On paper, Australia enters as the strongest team, with a balanced squad and unmatched depth. India, buoyed by home support, will look to convert their recent consistency into a maiden title. England and South Africa also possess the firepower to cause upsets.
With cricket’s unpredictable nature, emerging players could be the ones deciding the fate of crucial matches. The blend of experience and youth across teams promises an electrifying month of cricket.
