The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is finally here. Fans across the globe are excited. This tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, starts on September 30 and runs until November 2. There are 31 matches planned across five key venues: Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam, Navi Mumbai, and Colombo.
Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Full Schedule
The tournament features a round-robin format. Each team will face every other team once. The top four teams then progress to the semifinals. The semifinals are scheduled for October 29 and 30, and the final will be held on November 2.
| Match No | Fixture | Date | Time | Venue |
| 1 | India vs Sri Lanka | Sept 30 | 3:00 PM | Guwahati |
| 2 | Australia vs New Zealand | Oct 1 | 3:00 PM | Indore |
| 3 | Bangladesh vs Pakistan | Oct 2 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 4 | England vs South Africa | Oct 3 | 3:00 PM | Guwahati |
| 5 | Sri Lanka vs Australia | Oct 4 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 6 | India vs Pakistan | Oct 5 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 7 | New Zealand vs South Africa | Oct 6 | 3:00 PM | Indore |
| 8 | England vs Bangladesh | Oct 7 | 3:00 PM | Guwahati |
| 9 | Australia vs Pakistan | Oct 8 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 10 | India vs South Africa | Oct 9 | 3:00 PM | Vizag |
| 11 | New Zealand vs Bangladesh | Oct 10 | 3:00 PM | Guwahati |
| 12 | England vs Sri Lanka | Oct 11 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 13 | India vs Australia | Oct 12 | 3:00 PM | Vizag |
| 14 | South Africa vs Bangladesh | Oct 13 | 3:00 PM | Vizag |
| 15 | Sri Lanka vs New Zealand | Oct 14 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 16 | England vs Pakistan | Oct 15 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 17 | Australia vs Bangladesh | Oct 16 | 3:00 PM | Vizag |
| 18 | Sri Lanka vs South Africa | Oct 17 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 19 | New Zealand vs Pakistan | Oct 18 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 20 | India vs England | Oct 19 | 3:00 PM | Indore |
| 21 | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | Oct 20 | 3:00 PM | Navi Mumbai |
| 22 | South Africa vs Pakistan | Oct 21 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 23 | Australia vs England | Oct 22 | 3:00 PM | Indore |
| 24 | India vs New Zealand | Oct 23 | 3:00 PM | Navi Mumbai |
| 25 | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | Oct 24 | 3:00 PM | Colombo |
| 26 | Australia vs South Africa | Oct 25 | 3:00 PM | Indore |
| 27 | England vs New Zealand | Oct 26 | 11:00 AM | Vizag |
| 28 | India vs Bangladesh | Oct 26 | 3:00 PM | Navi Mumbai |
| Semi-final 1 | YTD | Oct 29 | 3:00 PM | Colombo/Guwahati |
| Semi-final 2 | YTD | Oct 30 | 3:00 PM | Navi Mumbai |
| Final | YTD | Nov 2 | 3:00 PM | Colombo/Navi Mumbai |
India’s Squad & Key Players
India’s team is led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The squad combines experience with young talent.
Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, Pratika Rawal
All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Amanjot Kaur
Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
Bowlers: Renuka Singh Thakur, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy
Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership is crucial in high-pressure games. Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues are expected to provide strong starts. The bowlers, led by Renuka Singh Thakur, will aim to restrict strong opposition batting lineups.
Venues to Watch
The tournament takes place at five main venues:
India: Barsapara Stadium (Guwahati), Holkar Stadium (Indore), ACA-VDCA Stadium (Visakhapatnam), DY Patil Stadium (Navi Mumbai)
Sri Lanka: R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo)
Each venue has a unique pitch and weather conditions. For example, Visakhapatnam favors spin bowling, while Holkar Stadium supports fast bowlers. Understanding these conditions is key for players. Fans can expect exciting matches in every city.
How & Where to Watch
All matches will be available on major sports broadcasters and streaming platforms. The opening match between India and Sri Lanka starts at 3 PM IST in Guwahati. Fans can follow live scores, highlights, and updates on official apps and websites. Watching matches live ensures you don’t miss key moments, like big sixes, crucial wickets, or nail-biting finishes. Social media will also provide instant updates and fan reactions.
India’s Path to Glory
India has a strong chance this year. Home advantage and a balanced squad are key factors. Their young players bring energy, while veterans provide stability. Every match will be intense, especially against traditional rivals like Australia and England. The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 promises excitement, unforgettable performances, and historic moments. Fans should stay tuned for every match and cheer for India as they aim for glory.
