ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 - 13th Season
The 13th ICC Women's Cricket World Cup started on 30th September 2025 in Guwahati and will run until 2nd November 2025. A total of eight teams will play 31 matches in the hosting countries India and Sri Lanka. Each team will face every other team in the tournament, and only top four teams will reach the semi-finals, and only two from those four can advance to the final after the semi-final match. India won the very first match of the 2025 tournament against the Sri Lankan women’s team. Fans can follow every match online with live ball-by-ball scores, scorecards, tournament points table, match reports, highlights, team news, key player updates, and results in Indian Standard Time.
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ODI Women’s World Cup History
The history of the Women’s Cricket World Cup is long and full of major changes in women’s cricket. The very first event was held in 1973 in England, even two years before the men’s World Cup. This made it the oldest world championship in women’s sport. From that point, the tournament grew step by step into today’s ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, which fans are following with interest.
The format was different in the early years with league tables instead of knockouts. The number of ODI Women’s World Cup teams expanded as more countries joined in the event over time. Eleven teams were part of the tournament by 1997 and it was the highest ever. After placing second in second in 1993, 1997, New Zealand became the champion for the first time in 2000 at home and broke the long run streak of Australia and England.
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 start date has already been fixed on an earlier basis, whereas in previous decade tournaments, this schedule was uncertain. With the 2025 Women's World Cup schedule clear, fans can now plan their matches accordingly and enjoy every match. Australia has been the most successful ODI Women's World Cup team with having won a total of seven ODI World Cup titles, followed by England in the list with four trophies.
Fans are excited than ever about this tournament and are closely following every ICC Women's World Cup match. This shows that the event has truly become global, expanding with each subsequent ICC Women's World Cup season.
World Cup Squads: Sponsors and Owners
National teams do not have private ‘owners’ like franchise sides. Instead, each team is administered by its country’s national cricket board. The tournament’s global sponsorship and media arrangements combine ICC partners and local broadcasters.
The title sponsorship for the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 will be managed by JioStar, which serves as the broadcaster and media partner. They have onboarded top brands such as Google Gemini, Google Pay, Google Android, Google Pixel, Hindustan Unilever (Rexona), SBI and IGI. Title slots are valued between ₹20 crore and ₹35 crore. The ICC will operate standalone sponsorships for women's tournaments from 2025 onwards and separate from the men's tournaments.
Below we have mentioned each participating ODI Women’s World Cup 2025 team, their owner (governing board) and major known sponsors
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Team
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Owner
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Major Sponsors
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India
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BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India)
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Apollo Tyres for jersey, Adidas for kit, SBI Life as official partner
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Australia
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Cricket Australia
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Westpac bank
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England
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ECB (England & Wales Cricket Board)
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Kit supplier and partner deals
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New Zealand
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New Zealand Cricket
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NZC commercial partners and kit deals
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South Africa
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Cricket South Africa
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CSA partners (various)
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Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka Cricket
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SLC domestic sponsors
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Pakistan
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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
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PCB partner deals
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Bangladesh
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Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB)
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Local sponsors and kit partners
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Sponsors listed are the main reported partners at or near the tournament window. Boards often have multiple category partners and kit suppliers. When boards announce new deals mid-year, these may replace older partners. The table uses publicly announced 2025 partner information.
Additional Details and Insights
This tournament marks the first time Sri Lanka has co-hosted the women’s event and it is the last World Cup to feature an eight-team format. Future editions will expand the number of total teams.
- Following a 2024 BCCI-PCB agreement, matches involving India and Pakistan are played at neutral venues in 2025, Pakistan’s matches are staged in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
- The opening ceremony was held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium (Guwahati) and the official anthem “Bring it Home” - performed by Shreya Ghoshal was unveiled during a high-profile Trophy Tour across Indian cities.
- All matches are available via live streaming on the JioHotstar app and live telecast on Star Sports in India.
- The total prize pool for the 2025 Women’s World Cup is USD 13.88 million and marking a 297% increase from the 2022 edition and now surpassing the men's prize pool from the 2023 World Cup.
- The tournament has already broken records for opening day group stage attendance, setting a new high of over 22,800 fans at Guwahati and signifying the growing popularity of women’s cricket globally.
- Australia enters as the defending champion and has won seven times. England has four titles and New Zealand one.
- Each team will play against all the other teams at least once.
- The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan league match is scheduled in Colombo on 5th October 2025.
- The tournament’s match official panel will be led by entirely female officials, like umpires and commentators, which shows that gender equality advances within the sport.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Live Score and Schedule
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is a major cricket tournament this year and will be held all the matches in India and Sri Lanka from September to November 2025. Fans from all over the country can easily follow the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 live score and match updates through SportsCafe. The tournament includes the eight best ODI Women’s World Cup teams fighting for the title in popular stadiums and cities.
The first match of the ODI Women’s World Cup 2025 was held on 30 September 2025 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. The tournament will run throughout October and the final will be played on 2 November.
When and Where the Matches Take Place
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 matches will be held in September, October, and November 2025.
Women’s World Cup 2025 venues
The ICC Women’s World Cup match dates and venues are chosen as per fans' convenience and high attendance at the venue.
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati
- Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai
- Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru
- Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur
- R Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka
- Galle International Stadium in Sri Lanka
How to Follow the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Live Score
- SportsCafe offers real-time live scores, ball-by-ball coverage and quick updates for every ICC Women’s World Cup match.
- The platform is easy to use, reliable and offers all the recent news and analysis on ODI Women’s World Cup teams, players, and schedules.
- SportsCafe is a trusted choice for fans who want accurate scores and details on each upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup fixture.
Advantages of SportsCafe for Live Scores
- SportsCafe updates the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 live score instantly for all matches.
- Match results, team stats and schedules are arranged neatly so fans can easily find and follow important updates.
Tournament and All Teams Budget
The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 has the largest prize money in the history of women's cricket so far. The tournament has a total prize money of $13.88 million (approximately ₹123 crore), which is approximately 297% more than the amount of the 2022 Women's World Cup to be held in New Zealand. This huge increase in prize money clearly shows that the ICC is fully focusing on the growing importance of women's cricket.
The Women's World Cup began in 1973 with a small prize fund, which has grown steadily over time. The 2022 winner earned $1.32 million (₹11.6 crore), while the 2025 winner will receive $4.48 million (₹39.5 crore), showing a significant rise in investment and popularity.
Teams and Their Approximate Values in 2025 (in INR crores)
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Approximate Value (₹ Cr) |
| Australia |
₹120 |
| England |
₹110 |
| India |
₹105 |
| New Zealand |
₹60 |
| South Africa |
₹50 |
| Pakistan |
₹45 |
| Sri Lanka |
₹35 |
| Bangladesh |
₹25 |
These values reflect budgets including player contracts, sponsorships, domestic leagues, and board funding. Australia, England, and India lead in investment due to strong leagues like WBBL and IPL Women's and large sponsorship deals. Other teams benefit from rising ICC funding and local commercial growth.
This financial growth boosts competition and helps build women’s cricket worldwide in 2025 and beyond.
Live Broadcasting for Season 13
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 broadcasting rights have been sold to various broadcasters across the globe, which shows the growing popularity of women’s cricket. India's broadcasting rights were given to JioStar, which will telecast matches live on the Star Sports Network along with digital streaming on JioHotstar. This highlights the tournament’s strong reach in India and showcases it as one of the largest cricket markets in the world with millions of viewers expected to follow each match.
The tournament will be broadcast in multiple languages in India, such as English, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil, and makes it accessible to a broad audience across the country. This multilingual coverage helps boost viewership and fan engagement at all levels.
Broadcast rights have also been sold in countries like Australia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UK and Caribbean, and show the global interest in the Women’s World Cup.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Broadcast Rights Table
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Country
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Channels
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Rights Period
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India
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Star Sports, JioHotstar
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2025
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Sri Lanka
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Maharaja TV (TV1), ICC.tv App
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2025
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Bangladesh
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Nagorik TV, T Sports
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2025
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Australia
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Prime Video
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2025
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United Kingdom
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Sky Sports Cricket
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2025
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Caribbean
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ESPN Caribbean
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2025
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This wide broadcasting network ensures that fans worldwide can watch the exciting ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 matches live and stay updated with ease.
What's New in ICC ODI World Cup Women 2025?
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 season has introduced several major innovations compared to the previous tournaments. One of the key changes is the enhanced broadcast experience with a female cricket expert commentary team that includes former star players and seasoned broadcasters to provide deeper insights for fans worldwide.
Production quality has been advanced with at least 30 cameras per match, specialty cameras like drones and Spidercam, and rich analytical tools such as player tracking and dynamic virtual field models. This technology delivers an engaging, immersive viewing experience not seen in earlier tournaments.
The Decision Review System (DRS) powered by Hawk-Eye is fully integrated with multi-angle replays and tactical graphics, ensuring accurate and transparent game decisions, an upgrade from limited use in past events.
Additionally, a mobile-first vertical coverage format is available for select matches, helping younger audiences engage easily through smartphones, alongside a wide range of behind-the-scenes content and player profiles created especially for digital platforms.
The prize money nearly quadrupled since the last World Cup, reaching a record $13.88 million, reflecting the growing investment. Ticket prices for matches in India are exceptionally affordable to encourage large live audiences, a unique push to popularize women’s cricket further.
Overall, the 2025 World Cup promises higher competition quality, greater fan engagement, and a groundbreaking multimedia experience, setting new standards for women’s cricket globally.
Questions and Answers
How much do Women’s World Cup teams cost?
The Women’s World Cup team values vary with every team. The top teams like Australia, England and India are worth approx ₹100-120 crore, while others range between ₹25-60 crore.
When was the very first ICC Women’s ODI World Cup?
The first ICC ODI Women’s World Cup was held in 1934, even two years before the Men’s ODI World Cup.
Who won ICC Women’s World Cup season 12?
The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 12th edition was won by Australia in 2022 in New Zealand.