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ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Squad

India Women's Squad

Uma Chetry (WK), Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh, Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Jemmimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Kranti Goud, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Shree Charani, Radha Yadav.

Australia Women's Squad

Alyssa Healy (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Georgia Voll, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Tahlia McGrath, Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland, Darcie Brown, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Georgia Wareham.

England Women's Squad

Tammy Beaumont, Sophia Dunkley, Amy Jones (WK), Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Nat-Sciver-Brunt (C), Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Emma Lamb, Em Arlott, Lauren Bell, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Linsey Smith.

Bangladesh Women's Squad

Nigar Sultana (C), Fargana Hoque, Sobhana Mostary, Sharmin Akhter, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Sumaiya Akter, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Trisna, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Rubya Haider, Shanjida Akther Maghla.

Sri Lanka Women's Squad

Anushka Sanjeewani, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Chamarai Athapaththu (C), Kavisha Dilhari, Piumi Wathsala, Dewmi Vihanga, Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera.

Newzealand Women's Squad

Isabella Gaze (WK), Maddy Green, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Georgia Plimmer, Sophie Devine (C), Suzie Bates, Flora Devonshire, Brooke Halliday, Amelia Kerr, Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu.

South Africa Women's Squad

Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Karabo Meso (WK), Anneke Bosch, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Nondumiso Shangase, Chloe Tryon, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune.

Pakistan Women's Squad

Eyman Fatima, Muneeba Ali (WK), Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz, Fatima Sana, Aliya Riaz, Syeda Aroob Shah, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Natalia Pervaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal.

ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 | As the calendar flips to September 2025, the cricketing world turns its gaze to the subcontinent, where the 13th edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is set to ignite passion from September 30 to November 2.
 
Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, this marquee tournament features eight elite teams battling for glory on pitches that promise spin, drama, and unforgettable moments. With a record-breaking $13.88 million prize pool—the largest ever for a women’s ICC event—the stakes have never been higher.
 
Defending champions Australia aim to extend their seven-title dynasty, while hosts India chase their elusive first crown.
 
As warm-up matches kick off on September 25, anticipation builds for a month of high-octane 50-over cricket that could redefine the sport’s global footprint.

Hosts and Venues: A Subcontinental Showcase In ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025

India, hosting the Women’s World Cup for the fourth time (after 1978, 1997, and 2013), joins forces with Sri Lanka for their debut co-hosting role.
 
The tournament spans five iconic venues, blending modern facilities with passionate crowds: DY Patil Stadium Navi Mumbai (2nd Semifinal and potential final), Holkar Stadium in Indore, ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, and R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo.
 
These grounds, known for their spin-friendly surfaces, will test teams’ adaptability in humid conditions and under floodlights.
 
The schedule, unveiled by the ICC on June 16, ensures a balanced round-robin format, with semifinals on October 29 (Guwahati or Colombo) and October 30 (Navi Mumbai), culminating in the final on November 2 in Bengaluru or Colombo.
 
Tickets are now on sale at historically affordable prices, making this the most accessible ICC global event yet.
 
Broadcasters worldwide, including Star Sports in India and Sky Sports in the UK, will beam the action live, ensuring a billion-plus audience tunes in.

Format and Qualification: Eight Teams, One Dream Of ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025

The tournament follows a straightforward yet intense structure: Each of the eight teams plays seven round-robin matches, with the top four advancing to semifinals (1st vs. 4th, 2nd vs. 3rd).
 
It’s a format that rewards consistency while allowing for upsets, as seen in Bangladesh’s historic 2022 win over South Africa.
 
Qualification blended merit and opportunity. The top six from the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25—Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and hosts India—earned direct berths.
 
The final two spots went to Bangladesh and Pakistan via the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Pakistan (April 9-19, 2025), where Bangladesh’s spin-led triumphs sealed their return after a gritty 2022 debut.
 
This diverse field promises rivalries old and new, from India-Pakistan fireworks to Australia-England classics.
Mithali Raj (L), former captain of the Indian women's cricket team, and former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik attend the unveiling of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Trophy in Bengaluru on September 13, 2025. (Photo by Idrees MOHAMMED / AFP) (Photo by IDREES MOHAMMED/AFP via Getty Images)
Mithali Raj (L), former captain of the Indian women's cricket team, and former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik attend the unveiling of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Trophy in Bengaluru on September 13, 2025. (Getty Images)

The Teams: A Blend of Dynasties and Underdogs

The squads, announced between August and September, showcase a mix of veterans and fresh talent, tailored for subcontinental spin.
 
Australia, led by Alyssa Healy, boasts 10 players from their 2022 winning side, emphasizing depth with spinners like Ash Gardner and Sophie Ecclestone.
 
England, under Nat Sciver-Brunt, fields a spin quartet including world No. 1 Sophie Ecclestone, hungry for revenge after their 2022 final heartbreak.
 
Hosts India, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, blend experience with breakout stars like Pratika Rawal, eyeing home glory.
 

Schedule Highlights: Blockbusters Await

The action erupts on September 30 with India vs. Sri Lanka in Bengaluru—a mouthwatering opener under lights.
 
Key fixtures include the India-Pakistan clash on October 5 in Indore, evoking electric atmospheres, and Australia vs. India on October 9 in Visakhapatnam, pitting dynasty against dreams.
 
The group stage wraps on October 26 with double-headers: England vs. New Zealand in Guwahati and India vs. Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai.
 
Warm-ups from September 25-28, featuring teams like India A vs. New Zealand, allow final tweaks.
 

Prize Money and Impact: Elevating the Game

The ICC’s $13.88 million pool—up significantly from 2022—distributes $4.15 million to winners, $2.31 million to runners-up, and shares for semifinalists and group-stage teams, underscoring investment in women’s cricket.
 
Beyond finances, the event spotlights growth: Record viewership in 2022 (over 500 million) and rising participation signal a tipping point.
 
ICC Chair Jay Shah hailed it as a “milestone for equality,” with initiatives like affordable tickets and global broadcasts amplifying reach.

What to Watch For: Stars, Spinners, and Stories

Expect spin to rule, with India’s Deepti Sharma, England’s Ecclestone, and Bangladesh’s Nahida Akter leading the turn.
 
Batting fireworks from Smriti Mandhana (India), Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa), and Hayley Matthews (West Indies) could steal headlines.
 
Off-field narratives—India’s home quest, Australia’s defense, Bangladesh’s rise—add layers.
 
As Shubman Gill’s anthem “Rise Again” pulses, this World Cup isn’t just about trophies; it’s a celebration of resilience, talent, and a sport on the ascent.