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Pakistan women’s head coach confident ahead of ICC World Cup 2025

LAHORE: Pakistan women’s team head coach Mohammad Wasim expressed confidence in the team’s preparations ahead of the ICC World Cup 2026, slated to commence on 30 September in India and Sri Lanka.

Fatima Sana, who represented Pakistan in the previous edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, will lead the side for the first time in the mega event.

Pakistan women’s cricket team will play all their group-stage matches at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo.

Should Pakistan qualify for the 29 October semi-final and the 2 November final, then both the matches will take place in Colombo.

Speaking to the media alongside captain Fatima Sana, Wasim highlighted the team’s preparations and preparatory camp ahead of the mega event.

“The camp was for World Cup preparation, which started from Karachi. ODI cricket suits our team the most,” he said.

“Rains and weather are not in our hands, but we have prepared thoroughly. We have picked the World Cup squad from the best players we had, “Mohammad Wasim remarked.

He also mentioned the men’s team who are featuring in the Asia Cup 2025 and extended best wishes for their clash against arch-rivals India.

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“Hopefully, Pakistan will play in the same manner in the Asia Cup. Prayers for the Pakistan men’s team. We will play the match against India like a normal match. I wish the Pakistan team the best of luck for the match against India,” he concluded.

Pakistan women’s team captain Fatima Sana emphasized team combination and the South Africa series ahead of the marquee event.

“Our team is very good, all the good players are there. We will try different combinations against South Africa,” she said.

Fatima Sana stated that they will try to give their best in the World Cup and wished the Men’s team the best wishes for their match against India.

“Efforts will be made to prepare pitches according to Sri Lanka’s conditions. Cricket is such a game that you know it on the day of the match. Will try to give our best in the World Cup

“I wish the Pakistan men’s team the best of luck for the match against India,” she concluded.

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ICC names all-female match officials for Women’s World Cup 2025

DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 will, for the first time in history, feature an all-female panel of match officials.

While the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and the last two ICC Women’s T20 World Cups had all-women officiating teams, this is the first time the milestone has been achieved at a Women’s World Cup.

The panel will include 14 umpires and four match referees for the tournament, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.

Among the umpires are Claire Polosak, Jacqueline Williams, and Sue Redfern, each making their third Women’s World Cup appearance.

Lauren Agenbag and Kim Cotton, who were part of the 2022 edition in New Zealand, will feature in their second World Cup.

The referee panel, Trudy Anderson, Shandré Fritz, GS Lakshmi, and Michelle Pereira, brings a wealth of experience to the event, which marks the 13th edition of the tournament.

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ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the development as a “defining moment” for women’s cricket.

“This is a landmark in the journey of women’s cricket, one that we hope will pave the way for many more trailblazing stories. The inclusion of an all-women panel is not only a milestone but also a reflection of the ICC’s commitment to advancing gender equity,” Shah said.

He stressed that the initiative carries significance beyond symbolism.

“It is about visibility, opportunity, and role models who can inspire future generations. By showcasing excellence in officiating at the global stage, we want to motivate more women to take up officiating and help redefine what’s possible in cricket,” he added.

The Women’s World Cup will begin with hosts India facing Sri Lanka in Guwahati on September 30.

Match Officials for Women’s World Cup 2025

Match Referees: Trudy Anderson, Shandré Fritz, GS Lakshmi, Michelle Pereira

Umpires: Lauren Agenbag, Candace La Borde, Kim Cotton, Sarah Dambanevana, Shathira Jakir Jesy, Kerrin Klaaste, Janani N, Nimali Perera, Claire Polosak, Vrinda Rathi, Sue Redfern, Eloise Sheridan, Gayathri Venugopalan, Jacquline Williams

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Australia announce strong squad for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Seven-time champions Australia have unveiled their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, entering the tournament once again as frontrunners for the title.

Alyssa Healy will lead the side in her third World Cup, heading a unit that blends experience with fresh talent.

Australia, who clinched their seventh crown in New Zealand in 2022, will aim to extend their dominance when the tournament begins in India and Sri Lanka.

Ten players from the victorious 2022 squad have retained their spots, with senior names such as Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Ash Gardner, and Tahlia McGrath forming the team’s core.

Left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux also makes a comeback after recovering from a knee injury, while Georgia Voll is set for her maiden World Cup appearance.

Australia’s spin arsenal looks strong with Alana King and Georgia Wareham alongside Molineux, offering versatility for subcontinental conditions.

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Meanwhile, Nicole Faltum and Charli Knott have been included for the preceding ODI series against India as part of their development pathway.

National selector Shawn Flegler voiced confidence in the group’s depth and readiness for the subcontinent challenge.

“A World Cup in India is one of the game’s toughest assignments, but this squad has the balance and experience to handle it,” Flegler said.

“The players’ exposure to subcontinental tours and tournaments like the Women’s Premier League will be a big advantage.”

Australia will begin their campaign against New Zealand in Indore on October 1.

Australia squad for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

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

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Record prize money announced for ICC Women’s World Cup 2025

DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a massive increase in prize money for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, with the overall pool soaring to an unprecedented $13.88 million.

Set to be staged across India and Sri Lanka from September 30, the 13th edition of the Women’s World Cup will see a four-fold jump from the $3.5 million offered at the previous edition in New Zealand in 2022.

The prize pot even surpasses the $10 million distributed at the Men’s World Cup in India just two years ago.

The winners in 2025 will pocket $4.48 million, a 239% increase from the $1.32 million awarded to Australia in 2022.

The runners-up will claim $2.24 million (up from $600,000), while the two semi-finalists will take home $1.12 million each, compared to $300,000 three years ago.

Every participating team is guaranteed $250,000, with group-stage victories worth an additional $34,314 each.

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Teams finishing fifth and sixth will earn $700,000 apiece, while seventh and eighth place will collect $280,000 each.

Calling the move a “defining milestone,” ICC Chairman Jay Shah said the decision reflects the governing body’s long-term commitment to women’s cricket.

“This four-fold increase in prize money is a landmark moment and underscores our ambition to inspire the next generation of players and fans,” Shah said.

“Women cricketers must know they will be treated on par with men if they choose this sport professionally.”

The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 begins on September 30, with hosts India taking on Sri Lanka in the opening match in Guwahati.

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ICC changes venues in revised Women’s World Cup 2025 schedule

DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced a revised schedule for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, confirming that Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has been dropped as a host venue due to unavailability.

The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai has been named as its replacement and will now stage up to five fixtures, including three league matches, a semifinal, and potentially the final.

Despite the venue change, the overall schedule of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 remains intact, with matches running from September 30 to November 2 across five cities.

The confirmed venues now include Navi Mumbai, Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam, and Colombo (Sri Lanka).

According to the ICC, the first semifinal will take place on October 29 in either Guwahati or Colombo, while the second semifinal is set for October 30 in Navi Mumbai.

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The final, scheduled for November 2, will be staged in Navi Mumbai or Colombo.

The tournament will feature eight teams playing in a round-robin format, with the top four sides progressing to the knockouts.

Warm-up matches begin on September 24, with India facing England in Bengaluru before meeting South Africa in Guwahati.

This will be the 13th edition of the Women’s Cricket World Cup, first staged in 1973.

Australia, the defending champions and seven-time winners, secured direct qualification alongside England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and hosts India. Pakistan and Bangladesh completed the lineup via the April qualifiers.

Revised ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 schedule

Tuesday, 30 Sept: India vs Sri Lanka, Guwahati
Wednesday, 1 Oct: Australia vs New Zealand, Indore
Thursday, 2 Oct: Bangladesh vs Pakistan, Colombo
Friday, 3 Oct: England vs South Africa, Guwahati
Saturday, 4 Oct: Australia vs Sri Lanka, Colombo
Sunday, 5 Oct: India vs Pakistan, Colombo
Monday, 6 Oct: New Zealand vs South Africa, Indore
Tuesday, 7 Oct: England vs Bangladesh, Guwahati
Wednesday, 8 Oct: Australia vs Pakistan, Colombo
Thursday, 9 Oct: India vs South Africa, Visakhapatnam
Friday, 10 Oct: New Zealand vs Bangladesh, Guwahati
Saturday, 11 Oct: England vs Sri Lanka, Colombo
Sunday, 12 Oct: India vs Australia, Visakhapatnam
Monday, 13 Oct: South Africa vs Bangladesh, Visakhapatnam
Tuesday, 14 Oct: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Colombo
Wednesday, 15 Oct: England vs Pakistan, Colombo
Thursday, 16 Oct: Australia vs Bangladesh, Visakhapatnam
Friday, 17 Oct: South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Colombo
Saturday, 18 Oct: New Zealand vs Pakistan, Colombo
Sunday, 19 Oct: India vs England, Indore
Monday, 20 Oct: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Navi Mumbai
Tuesday, 21 Oct: South Africa vs Pakistan, Colombo
Wednesday, 22 Oct: Australia vs England, Indore
Thursday, 23 Oct: India vs New Zealand, Navi Mumbai
Friday, 24 Oct: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Colombo
Saturday, 25 Oct: Australia vs South Africa, Indore
Sunday, 26 Oct: England vs New Zealand, Visakhapatnam (11h00)
Sunday, 26 Oct: India vs Bangladesh, Navi Mumbai
Wednesday, 29 Oct: Semifinal 1, Guwahati/Colombo
Thursday, 30 Oct: Semifinal 2, Navi Mumbai
Sunday, 2 Nov: Final, Navi Mumbai

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England announce squad for ICC Women’s World Cup 2025

The England Women’s selectors have named their 15-member squad to represent the Three Lions at the ICC Women’s World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

The 13th edition of the marquee event is set to run from 30 September to November 2. It marks the first ICC tournament for both Head Coach Charlotte Edwards and captain Nat Sciver-Brunt.

Among the notable inclusions is former captain Heather Knight, who has been recalled as she continues her comeback from injury.

Sarah Glenn and Danni Wyatt-Hodge return to the ODI squad having missed out against India this summer.

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Glenn is one of four specialist spinners and one of six players embarking on their first ODI World Cup.

Following the squad announcement, head coach Charlotte Edwards shared her thoughts.

“Being selected to play for your country in a World Cup is one of the biggest honours in sport, and I’m delighted for all the players named in the squad,” she remarked.

“Like all global tournaments, it will be a huge challenge, but we want to go as far as we possibly can in India, and I believe that if we play our best cricket, we can compete with anyone,” she concluded.

England Women’s Squad

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

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India name ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 squad

MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday unveiled a strong 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, which India will co-host alongside Sri Lanka.

Harmanpreet Kaur has been entrusted with leading the side in her maiden World Cup as captain, with Smriti Mandhana named vice-captain.

India will begin their campaign on September 30 against Sri Lanka in the tournament opener.

The squad announcement came in tandem with the team named for the ODI series against Australia, with only one change: Amanjot Kaur replacing Satghare to make her first-ever World Cup appearance.

Core performers like Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Richa Ghosh retain their places, while Harleen Deol and Amanjot have been rewarded for their consistent run over the past two years.

Shafali Verma, who featured in the T20I series against England but missed the ODIs, has been left out of the World Cup squad.

Meanwhile, Yastika Bhatia has earned a recall after her impressive performances for India A against Australia A.

Two emerging talents, Pratika Rawal and Kranti Gaud, have also been named in the squad for their first World Cup appearance.

Rawal has been in blistering form with 703 runs in 14 matches since debuting last year, while Gaud’s six-wicket haul in the England series stamped her credentials as a rising force in India’s bowling lineup.

India’s batting unit looks formidable with Mandhana, Rawal, and Deol providing the top-order stability, followed by a solid middle order featuring Rodrigues, Kaur, Ghosh, and Amanjot.

In the bowling department, Deepti Sharma and Sneh Rana will spearhead the spin attack, supported by Radha Yadav and leg-spinner Sree Charani, giving India a balanced spin arsenal suited for home conditions.

On the pace front, Renuka Singh’s return from injury strengthens a unit that also includes Gaud and Pooja Vastrakar.

India squad for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia, Renuka Singh Thakur, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud.

Reserves: Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, Uma Chetry, Minnu Mani, Sayali Satghare

India squad for Australia series: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Richa Ghosh, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Sneh Rana.

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Sadia Iqbal eyes team glory over rankings ahead of Women’s World Cup 2025

KARACHI: Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal, the number one bowler in T20I rankings, has her eyes set on delivering for the team rather than chasing personal milestones in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Speaking to the media in Karachi on Monday, the left-arm spinner, who recently reclaimed the number one spot in ICC T20I bowling rankings, said she doesn’t view retaining the top ranking as a challenge.

“It’s a matter of pride to become the number one bowler in ICC T20I rankings. Rankings keep fluctuating, so I don’t consider it a challenge,” she said.

“When you play a World Cup, the competition is bigger. My effort is to not only keep my ranking but also help Pakistan improve its standing.”

Sadia Iqbal has recently taken up the added responsibility of bowling with the new ball, something she admits is tough for a spinner but believes in putting in extra effort to deliver.

“It’s never easy to bowl with the new ball, especially as a left-arm spinner. But when the team puts trust in you, the responsibility increases. That’s why I train specifically for it,” she explained.

She also highlighted how she tailors her training to meet the demands of different formats.

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“ODIs and T20Is are different formats, so I prepare for them individually. My goal is to adjust to match situations and deliver for the team,” she concluded.

Pakistan’s women’s team will next play a three-match T20I series against Ireland in Dublin on August 7, 10, and 11, before heading into the World Cup.

As per the ICC schedule, Pakistan will kick off their World Cup campaign against Bangladesh on October 2 in Colombo.

The much-anticipated clash against India will take place on October 5, followed by their final group-stage fixture versus Sri Lanka on October 24.

Due to the ‘fusion formula’, which avoids bilateral travel between Pakistan and India for ICC events, all of Pakistan’s matches will be played in Colombo.

The semi-finals are scheduled for October 29 and 30 in Guwahati/Colombo and Bengaluru, respectively, while the final is set for November 2 in Bengaluru, unless Pakistan qualify, in which case the final will be shifted to Colombo.

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ICC unveils Women’s World Cup 2025 warm-up schedule

DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the warm-up fixtures for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, with nine matches set to take place across four venues in India and Sri Lanka from September 25 to 28.

All eight qualified teams for the main event, scheduled to begin on September 30, will feature in the warm-up phase, though defending champions Australia are slated to play only one preparatory match.

The fixtures will be held across two venues in Bengaluru, the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground and the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, and two in Colombo, the R. Premadasa Stadium and the Colombo Cricket Club Ground.

India ‘A’ and Sri Lanka ‘A’ have also been included in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 warm-up line-up. While Sri Lanka ‘A’ will take part in two matches, India ‘A’ will play one.

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The warm-up phase kicks off on September 25 with four simultaneous fixtures.

Hosts India will face England in a high-profile clash at the Centre of Excellence Ground, while South Africa will meet New Zealand at the Chinnaswamy.

Over in Colombo, Sri Lanka will take on Pakistan, and Bangladesh will play Sri Lanka ‘A’.

Australia’s lone warm-up outing will be against England on September 27 in Bengaluru. The same day will see India play New Zealand, while Sri Lanka meet Bangladesh in Colombo.

The warm-ups conclude on September 28 with South Africa taking on India ‘A’ and Pakistan facing Sri Lanka ‘A’.

It’s worth noting that the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 will run from September 30 to November 2 across multiple venues in India and Sri Lanka.

Women’s World Cup 2025 warm-up schedule

September 25

India vs England – BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru – 3 PM
South Africa vs New Zealand – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru – 3 PM
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – Colombo Cricket Club Ground – 3 PM
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka ‘A’ – R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo – 3 PM

September 27

Australia vs England – BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru – 3 PM
India vs New Zealand – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru – 3 PM
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh – Colombo Cricket Club Ground – 3 PM

September 28

South Africa vs India ‘A’ – BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru – 3 PM
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka ‘A’ – Colombo Cricket Club Ground – 3 PM

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ICC reveals schedule for 2025 Women’s World Cup qualifier in Pakistan

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 qualifier schedule on Friday, which will take place in Pakistan starting April 9.

The sixth edition of the qualifiers will feature four full members – Pakistan, Bangladesh, West Indies and Ireland – and associate members Scotland and Thailand. The event will be played across two venues in Lahore.

The newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium and Lahore Cricket Club Association (LCCA) will host 15 tournament matches. The tournament opener will kick off between hosts Pakistan and Ireland on April 9.

West Indies will compete against Scotland on the same day at the LCCA ground.

Consequently, the top two teams finishing at the top at the end of league stage matches will go through to the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

The qualifying teams will join Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka and hosts India, who have qualified for the marquee event by finishing in the top six of the ICC Wome’s Championship (2022-25).

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The ICC CEO Geoff Allardice expressed his excitement while revealing the qualifier schedule.

“We are pleased to announce the match schedule for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025,” said Allardice.

“The six competing teams are just one step away from the Women’s Cricket World Cup and I am sure they will all be eagerly looking forward to the competition.”

The CEO extended its best wishes to the participating teams for the upcoming tournament in Lahore, which serves as preparation for the Cricket World Cup later this year.

“On behalf of the ICC, I would like to wish the teams all the best for the tournament in Lahore as part of the build-up to the Cricket World Cup later this year,” he concluded.

ICC Women World Cup Qualifier 2025 match schedule

April 9 – Pak vs Ire & Sco vs WI
April 10 – Ban vs Thai
April 11 – Pak vs Sco & Ire vs WI
April 13 – Ban vs Ire & Sco vs Thai
April 14 – Pak vs WI
April 15 – Ban vs Sco & Ire vs Thai
April 17 – Pak vs Thai & Ban vs WI
April 18 – Ire vs Sco
April 19 – Pak vs Ban & Thai vs WI

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