The countdown is underway! The 13th edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup starts on September 30, 2025, and the cricketing world is excited! Eight of the best women’s teams will go head-to-head over five weeks, with the honor of lifting that famous trophy being held on November 2. From heavyweights like Australia and England, to dark horses like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, all the teams have a point to prove this year. And with matches across India and Sri Lanka, this World Cup will deliver plenty of drama, unforgettable moments, and maybe even a few fairytales run.

 

The Format: Simple, Fierce, and High Stakes

 

Some cricket competitions can feel convoluted due to their grouped stages — the Women’s World Cup, however, is delightfully simple. In the first round-robin stage, each team plays every other team, meaning that each side has seven matches in which to prove itself. No gimmicks, no fortunate draws – just straight-up competition.

 

The semi-finals will consist of the top four on the leaderboard, that is, first faces fourth and second faces third, and the two winners come together in the championship match on November 2. It’s a formula that rewards steady play but permits surprises—like New Zealand’s storybook run in 2000, no? Every little match has meaning, and those unforeseeable early-round upsets are all the juicier for the observers.

 

Venues

 

The World Cup in 2023 isn’t simply about cricket – it’s also about the vibe. The matches will be played at four venues in India (ACA Stadium in Guwahati, Holkar Stadium in Indore, ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai), plus Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. They have all hosted their share of epic tussles, and now they’ll be the site for some of the most significant games in the history of women’s cricket.

 

Squads, Stars, and Storylines to Watch

 

The teams are finalized, with a mix of players, legends, veterans, and young hopefuls that is bewitching.

 

  • Australia is the defending champion, with Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, and Ash Gardner, with a downright frightening depth of players.

 

  • India is searching for their first championship title, with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, and being in front of home fans, there is an abundance of motivation to want it.

 

  • England is being led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, and returning to the lineup gives them mobility and depth as they try to catch up to their longstanding rivals.

 

  • New Zealand’s Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates bring offensive fire, and Bangladesh’s Nigar Sultana Joty hopes she can provide some inspiration for her team to pull off an upset.

 

  • And for South Africa, Laura Wolvaardt, and for Sri Lanka, Chamari Athapathu, are match-changers who can turn a game solo.

 

This World Cup is not only for the tried and tested names but also the young guns who are making their first appearance on the big stage! Look out for breakout stars who could shape the next decade of women’s cricket.

 

So, who are you pinning your hopes on to hoist the trophy this time around + will there be a new champion this year in 2025?

 

FAQs

 

1. When does the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 start and end?

 

It starts on September 30, 2025, and ends with the final on November 2, 2025.

 

2. How many teams are competing in the tournament?

 

Eight teams are participating: Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and Sri Lanka.

 

3. How does the tournament format work?

 

All teams play each other once, and the top four advance to the semi-finals.

 

Disclaimer: TThis 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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