India Set to Host ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025

India, 15 December 2025 — The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that India will host the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in 2025. The decision was confirmed in a recent meeting of the ICC's executive board, marking the return of the prestigious tournament to Indian soil after more than a decade. The last time India hosted the Women's World Cup was in 2013.

The tournament is scheduled to take place in multiple venues across India, with the aim of leveraging the country's enthusiastic cricket fan base and robust infrastructure. The specific cities and venues will be finalized in the coming months.

The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup is a significant event in the international cricket calendar, bringing together top teams from around the globe. The 2025 edition is expected to feature eight teams competing for the title, following a qualification process.

This development is seen as an opportunity for India to further promote women's cricket in the region and inspire a new generation of female cricketers. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed excitement about the announcement and is committed to delivering a successful tournament.

The event also coincides with the growing popularity of women's cricket in India, highlighted by the increasing viewership and participation in domestic leagues. The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 is slated to be a landmark event in the ongoing evolution of women's sports in India.