The wait is finally over, women’s cricket’s biggest party is here! The 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup is about to take place in stadiums throughout India and Sri Lanka, and if you are a cricket junkie, you’d better cancel weekend plans, grab the snacks, and get ready for some late-night viewing. With eight nations duking it out, a huge prize pool on the line, and a great commentary team prepared to entertain, this tournament isn’t just another one on the calendar; it is set to be groundbreaking.
The Basics: Who, When, and Where
Here are the important particulars: The World Cup will take place on September 30, with India vs. Sri Lanka occurring in Guwahati and Australia vs. New Zealand at Indore on that date. The venues are Mumbai, Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam, and Colombo. A fun fact for you to think about: some of these venues had a women’s international event every blue moon before this, so it feels a little apprehensive.
There are a total of eight teams: Australia, England, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. The only down also-rans are the West Indies, who imploded, had the semis last time out in 2022. Every team plays each of the other teams once in the round robin; then the top four will proceed to the semis then semifinals on November 2 in Mumbai or in Colombo.
Spotlight on Australia: Can They Do It Again?
The Australian side enters the tournament as six-time champions and heavy favorites, which means there will be no walk-overs. They have a pile of experience to draw on, spearheaded by their captain, Alyssa Healy, along with plenty of quality, experienced players in Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, and Beth Mooney; they also have a couple of younger upstarts in Georgia Voll and Phoebe Litchfield, who might establish their names in amongst it.
Money, Magic, and Matchups to Watch
If you needed proof of how far women’s cricket has come, look no further than the prize pool: US$13.88 million—quadruple the amount from 2022. The winners pocket a cool US$4.48 million, while even group-stage teams get paid handsomely. Compared that to previous years, and it’s clear the game is finally getting the financial respect it deserves.
However, aside from the money, it is the rivalries that will make this tournament a must-watch. India v Pakistan in Colombo? Prepare for fireworks. Australia v England? Here comes another Ashes series. And do not forget the lesser lights – Bangladesh – who have proved their ability to go toe to toe with the best teams in the world since the start of the tournament.
It’s also great to see a fully female panel of umpires – Claire Polosak and Sue Redfern are pioneers. Representation not just on the pitch, but also in the decision-making process. And when the commentary panel can consist of legends like Mithali Raj, Isa Guha, and Aaron Finch, it is hard not to see how their coverage can get any better.
FAQs
- When does the tournament start?
The World Cup kicks off on September 30, 2025, with India vs. Sri Lanka in Guwahati.
- How many teams are playing?
Eight teams: Australia, England, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.
- How much prize money is on offer?
The total pool is US$13.88 million, with winners earning US$4.48 million.
Disclaimer: This blog post reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the perspectives shared and draw their own conclusions.
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