The ICC has announced a modified schedule for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, which will see Navi Mumbai as one of the five venues for the eight-team event. This change results from the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru being unavailable. Navi Mumbai's DY Patil stadium will host up to five fixtures (Lord's & Oval) - three league-stage matches, a semi-final, and possibly the final on November 2.

The tournament dates (September 30 - November 2) will not change, and the other venues - ACA stadium (Guwahati), Holkar Stadium (Indore), ACA-VDCA stadium (Visakhapatnam,) and R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo, Sri Lanka), remain unchanged.

ICC chairman Jay Shah regarding the change

ICC Chairman Jay Shah was upbeat about the new destination for women's cricket going forward: "In the past few years Navi Mumbai has shaped into a real home for women's cricket, both in terms of support it has garnered during international matches and the exciting atmosphere present during the matches of the Women's Premier League that seriously uplift the players and attract so many fans. I believe the atmosphere in Navi Mumbai will match the excitement of the larger matches of ICC Women's Cricket World Cup as we bring the tournament back to India after 12 years. "Unfortunately, we were forced to change the venue; however, the tournament will be an important celebration of the women's game to connect new fans."

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ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 – Full Schedule

League Stage Fixtures

Knockout Stage

Warm-up Matches

Mohammed Siraj produced a spell for the ages at The Oval, claiming five wickets in the second innings to power India to a dramatic six-run victory over England in the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy Test series. The 31-year-old pacer finished as the leading wicket-taker of the series with 23 scalps, earning the Player of the Match award and helping India square the five-match battle 2–2.

The final day began with India needing four wickets and England requiring just 35 runs. The hosts gained early momentum when Jamie Overton cracked two boundaries off Prasidh Krishna’s opening deliveries. But Siraj quickly tilted the contest in India’s favour, removing Jamie Smith in his first over of the day. He then snared two more vital wickets, including the decisive dismissal of Gus Atkinson with a perfectly executed yorker when England were just seven runs short of the target.

Even ICC Elite Panel umpire Kumar Dharmasena was captivated, sharing a photograph of Siraj’s match-winning ball on Instagram with the caption: “So lucky to witness this ball from the best seat in the house.”

The victory was particularly satisfying for Siraj after the disappointment of the Lord’s Test, where a freak incident saw the ball roll back onto his stumps. His outstanding series has now propelled him to 15th place in the ICC Test Bowling Rankings.

From Dropped Catch to Match Winner – Siraj’s Grit Defines India’s Triumph at The Oval

Siraj’s performance at The Oval was not without its hurdles. On Day 4, he dropped Harry Brook near the boundary ropes, a reprieve that allowed the England batter to go on and score 111. Brook and Joe Root’s 195-run stand for the fourth wicket had put England firmly in control in their chase of 374. Yet, Siraj’s resilience shone through, leading the Indian attack in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and delivering under pressure.

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His influence wasn’t limited to The Oval. In the Edgbaston Test, India’s most dominant win of the series by 336 runs, Siraj took six wickets in the first innings to set the tone. The pacer marked his Oval triumph with a Cristiano Ronaldo-style celebration after taking the final wicket, capping off a nine-wicket haul in the match. His relentless accuracy, ability to move the ball, and knack for breaking partnerships underlined his growing stature as India’s pace spearhead.

In a series where conditions demanded skill and patience, Siraj emerged as India’s workhorse, a bowler who could be trusted with the ball when the game hung in the balance. This tour may well be remembered as the moment Mohammed Siraj fully arrived as a world-class Test fast bowler.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is facing an unprecedented crisis as India, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan have united in opposition to the upcoming ACC Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for July 24–25 in Dhaka. This united front, led by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is a direct challenge to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and its president Mohsin Naqvi, who currently chairs the ACC.

India has demanded a change in venue, citing recent diplomatic tensions, particularly with Pakistan and Bangladesh. The BCCI has made it clear that it will not attend the AGM if it is held in Dhaka, and now has the backing of two other key Test-playing members, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. This has put the legitimacy of the meeting in serious doubt.

As per the ACC constitution, a valid quorum requires the presence of at least three of the five permanent Test-playing members (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan). With three of them refusing to travel to Dhaka, the AGM may not meet quorum requirements. The situation is further complicated by uncertainty around the participation of several full and associate member nations, including Oman, Nepal, and Malaysia.

Sources say Mohsin Naqvi even skipped the ICC Annual Conference in Singapore to visit Kabul in an effort to win over Afghanistan’s support. However, the Afghanistan Cricket Board has reportedly confirmed alignment with India’s position and will not attend the Dhaka meeting.

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Asia Cup at Risk as ACC Power Struggle Exposes Deepening Geopolitical Rift in Asian Cricket

There is a growing recognition within the Bangladesh Cricket Board of Control (BCB) that we have reached a geopolitical issue. Acting president Aminul Islam is under pressure for his decision to agree to hold the AGM without fully appreciating the consequences. Aminul, despite pending pushback from within the BCB, has declined to back away from hosting the AGM, citing his responsibility to Naqvi.

The BCB’s impasse has potentially larger ramifications, especially considering the Asia Cup in the UAE in September. If the AGM proceeds, we are being told that the ACC meeting could move forward without a legal quorum. This means that any decision taken at the ACC meeting could be invalidated. To add further complication, we are hearing about rumours from India, suggesting that the Indian cricket administration may boycott the Asia Cup if its concerns are not effectively appeased. This creates uncertainty about the commercial viability of the Asia Cup, as well as its legitimacy as a sporting competition. So the conclusion of this sorry saga means that cricket fans and administrators will need to endure a critical few days that could change Asia cricket's immediate future.

Sri Lanka has been dealt a major blow ahead of their home T20I series against Bangladesh, as star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury. The leg-spinner sustained the injury during the recently concluded ODI series but still featured in the final match, where he picked up two wickets and scored a useful unbeaten 14. However, despite undergoing MRI scans, Hasaranga is not expected to recover in time for the T20Is, starting July 10 in Kandy.

Hasaranga’s absence leaves a significant void in Sri Lanka’s lineup. A proven match-winner in the shortest format, he has played 79 T20Is, taking 131 wickets at an economy of under seven, while also contributing over 700 runs with the bat. His deceptive variations, especially the googly and quicker ones, make him a constant threat, particularly on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches. Against Bangladesh, he has six wickets in just four T20I innings.

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Sri Lanka Look to Fill Hasaranga Void as T20I Series Against Bangladesh Begins

The timing of his injury couldn’t be worse for the hosts, who were hoping to carry momentum from their 2-1 ODI series win. Sri Lanka started that series with a dominant 77-run victory, slipped in the second match, but bounced back in style to win the decider by 99 runs in Pallekele. Kusal Mendis starred with a century, while skipper Charith Asalanka also contributed a fifty. The bowlers, led by Asitha Fernando and Dushmantha Chameera, made light work of the Bangladesh batting in the final ODI.

The T20I series kicks off on July 10 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The second match is scheduled for July 13 in Dambulla, followed by the third and final game on July 16 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

With Hasaranga out, Sri Lanka may look towards young leg-spinner Dunith Wellalage or an extra seamer, depending on the conditions. But replacing a player of Hasaranga’s all-round calibre will not be easy, and his absence could tilt the balance slightly in Bangladesh’s favour.

With India’s tour of Bangladesh postponed by a year, the Indian cricket team was facing the prospect of a rare extended break from international cricket. However, relief could be on the horizon for fans and players alike, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have opened discussions to replace the postponed IND vs BAN series with a six-match white-ball contest against Sri Lanka.

According to a report by Sri Lankan news outlet Newswire, talks are underway between the two boards to organise a three-match ODI and three-match T20I series in Sri Lanka in mid-August. While nothing has been finalised yet, both sides are keen to make the most of a newly available window in the calendar.

The prospective series has emerged due to the delay of the Lanka Premier League (LPL), which was scheduled to occur roughly in the same window. We have the opportunity for Sri Lanka to host the short series before the scheduled tour to Zimbabwe at the end of August.

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Rohit & Kohli’s ODI Comeback on the Cards as India-Sri Lanka Series Talks Progress

India last toured Sri Lanka in 2023, but no bilateral series was scheduled between the two sides this year. If the series materialises, it could also mark the return of two of India’s most celebrated cricketers, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, to ODI action. The duo, who have both retired from T20Is and Tests, last featured in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

India’s next official ODI assignment is scheduled for October against Australia, leaving fans potentially waiting for months to see Rohit and Kohli in action again. However, the IND vs SL series could now serve as the perfect stage for their comeback, much to the excitement of the cricketing world.

While an official announcement is awaited, all eyes are on the BCCI and the SLC to formalise the series. If it goes ahead, it promises to be an exciting prelude to India’s busy run-in to the ICC calendar.

The 2025 Tri-Nation Series is a highly anticipated cricket competition between Afghanistan A, Ireland Wolves, and Sri Lanka A. The competition will take place in the UAE, more precisely in the Sheikh Zayed Stadium of Abu Dhabi, from April 13 to May 2, 2025. Since the competition brings fans of cricket from across the globe, it is very important for viewers to know where and how they can watch live matches.

Match Schedule:

Here’s a quick look at the match schedule for the tournament:

1. April 13, 2025: Sri Lanka A vs Ireland Wolves
2. April 15, 2025: Sri Lanka A vs Afghanistan A
3. April 19, 2025: Sri Lanka A vs Ireland Wolves
4. April 23, 2025: Sri Lanka A vs Afghanistan A
5. April 25, 2025: Final match (Top two teams)

Streaming Information:
The media rights for the 2025 Tri-Nation Series in the UAE have been acquired by some of the largest sports media networks, allowing more fans across the world to be able to view their favorite teams play.

2025 Tri-Nation Series in UAE: Broadcasting Details

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will start on February 19, 2025. Fans of cricket all over the globe are looking forward to seeing their favorite teams face each other in this elite competition. The event will host major cricketing nations, which will ensure exciting games and heated rivalries. Live coverage from several platforms will mean that viewers get to enjoy good-quality broadcasts in different languages, making the experience smooth and effortless.

CHAMPIONS TROPHY GROUPS

Group A: Pakistan (hosts), India, New Zealand, Bangladesh

Group B: Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan

Notable Things

• Tournament Start Date: February 19, 2025
• India's First Match: February 20, 2025 (India vs Bangladesh)
• India vs Pakistan Clash: February 23, 2025

First match: Pakitan vs New Zeland

LIVE STREAMING DETAILS

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India Champions Trophy Squad: Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakaravarthy

•  Coach: Gautam Gambhir
• Best performance: Champions (2002, 2013)

The ICC has released the latest Future Tours Programme (FTP) for women's cricket for the 2025-29 cycle, bringing several key updates aimed at enhancing the global profile of the sport. Among the highlights are dedicated windows for three major T20 leagues: the Women's Premier League (WPL) in January-February, The Hundred in August, and the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in November. This strategic scheduling ensures uninterrupted participation of international stars, thereby heightening the competition’s appeal and fan engagement across the globe.

ICC unveils new women's FTP with separate windows for WPL, Hundred, and WBBL

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also shifted the WPL window to January-February from 2026. This adjustment aligns with Cricket Australia's (CA) decision to reschedule its marquee international home fixtures, previously held in mid-January, to a February-March window. The 2025 Women’s Ashes, set to begin in January, will be Australia’s last home series during this time slot until at least 2029. Following the WPL in 2026, Australia is set to host India for a highly anticipated tour, featuring one Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is.

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ICC Women's Championship expanded and new T20 Champions Trophy announced

In a bid to expand the reach of women's cricket, the ICC Women's Championship will now include 11 teams, with Zimbabwe joining as the latest addition. This expansion follows the recent inclusion of Bangladesh and Ireland, underscoring the ICC’s commitment to growing the women’s game. With Zimbabwe’s addition, every Full Member of the ICC, except Afghanistan, will now field a team in the ODI Championship. The current cycle will culminate in the 2025 ODI World Cup in India, promising a highly competitive format with new entrants.

The ICC also introduced a T20 Champions Trophy, set to be hosted by Sri Lanka in 2027. This event is part of ICC’s strategy to have at least one global women’s tournament every year, with the Champions Trophy joining an already busy schedule of major events. In 2028, fans can look forward to the inclusion of cricket in the Los Angeles Olympics (August) and the T20 World Cup (September), which will take place within a 14-month period, offering fans an action-packed calendar of top-level women’s cricket.

West Indies coach Daren Sammy has declared a "moral victory" for his team despite losing the T20I series 2-1 to Sri Lanka. His sharp remarks came after the final match, in which Sri Lanka clinched a nine-wicket win on a spinning track, raising questions about the home team's reliance on such pitches. Sammy voiced his concerns, particularly regarding the development of Sri Lanka’s fast bowlers, suggesting that prioritizing spin-friendly surfaces could harm their long-term success.

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka defended the strategy, emphasizing the team’s strengths in spin bowling, while also recognizing the need to improve their fast-bowling depth.

Sammy's criticism of Sri Lanka’s spin-focused strategy

After West Indies’ series defeat, Sammy expressed frustration over Sri Lanka's shift to spin-dominant pitches for the final two matches. He argued that although Sri Lanka may have won the series, the change in conditions suggested a reaction to West Indies’ solid performance on better batting wickets in the opening match.

Sammy's main contention was that the spinning tracks favored Sri Lanka’s spinners and sidelined their fast bowlers, which could hinder their long-term development. He pointed out that with the 2026 T20 World Cup being co-hosted by Sri Lanka, the ICC would likely oversee pitch conditions, meaning Sri Lanka wouldn’t always have the luxury of playing on spin-friendly surfaces.

“For us, to see the last two games, and the nature of the wicket from what it was at the start, I thought we actually won the contest,” Sammy remarked, referring to the way West Indies challenged Sri Lanka despite being the away team and lacking their full squad.

Sammy further questioned whether this tactic truly benefited Sri Lanka’s fast-bowling unit, noting that players like Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara barely had a chance to bowl on good wickets. He believed that developing fast bowlers should be a priority for Sri Lanka if they want to succeed on the world stage in diverse conditions.

Sri Lanka’s captain defends the focus on spin

While Daren Sammy voiced his concerns, Sri Lankan captain Charith Asalanka was unperturbed, stating that Sri Lanka’s strength have traditionally been spin bowling, and they intended to stick with it.

“Sri Lanka’s strength has always been spin, and we still believe that it’s with spin that we will be able to win the most,” said Asalanka after the series victory. He explained that the pitches were tailored to suit the team’s strengths, and given the quality of Sri Lanka's spinners, it made sense to lean on them for success.

Asalanka’s point is valid, as Sri Lanka boast an enviable spin attack, featuring the likes of Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Dunith Wellalage. However, the captain also acknowledged the need for fast bowlers to improve. “We have a lot of fast bowlers on our bench. Today you saw Nuwan Thushara and Matheesha Pathirana, and they bowled well when called upon.”

While Sammy was critical of the conditions, one fact remained clear: Sri Lanka's batters outperformed West Indies across the series. The hosts scored over 160 runs in each game, even on turning wickets, showcasing their adaptability and consistent performance.

Asalanka defended the nature of the wickets, explaining that despite the increasing spin in the second and third games, Sri Lanka’s batters were able to post competitive scores. In the final T20I, they comfortably chased down 163 within 18 overs.

“We were expecting a spinning wicket in the first game as well, but it didn’t play as we expected. Then in the second game, it turned a lot more, but we still managed to score 162,” Asalanka noted.

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The series also revived an ongoing debate within Sri Lankan cricket about balancing short-term success with long-term development. While Sri Lanka have found success on spinning tracks, there are concerns about how well this strategy will serve them on the global stage. Asalanka remains confident that the team's batting unit is equipped to handle better wickets and higher scores, but for now, the focus remains on playing to their immediate strengths.

He stressed that Sri Lanka must continue developing their fast-bowling options to be able to compete in various conditions across the world, not just on home turf.

Chamari Athapaththu Leads Sri Lanka to Big Win Over MalaysiaChamari Athapaththu scored her career-best 119* to help Sri Lanka crush Malaysia by 144 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup match at Dambulla on Monday. The captain hit 7 sixes and 14 boundaries, leading Sri Lanka to their highest T20I total of 184/4. Malaysia struggled and only managed to score 40 in response.

Sri Lanka

PowerPlay: Strong start despite early setback

Malaysia’s Suabika Manivannan got an early breakthrough by dismissing a Sri Lankan batter with her first ball. However, Athapaththu took control, partnering with Harshitha Samarawickrama to add 64 runs. The duo hit boundaries in every over, with Athapaththu especially aggressive against Aisya Eleesa, adding 14 runs in the final over of the PowerPlay.

Middle overs: Athapaththu takes charge

Malaysia’s inexperience showed as they bowled poorly, and Athapaththu capitalized on every mistake. She reached her half-century in 35 balls and led the team to 100 runs by the 12th over. Malaysia had no answers as Athapaththu continued her assault. Samarawickrama was eventually bowled by Mahirah Izzati Ismail, who took her 50th T20I wicket.

Death overs: Sri Lanka sets record score

In the final overs, Athapaththu dominated the Malaysian bowlers, hitting sixes with ease. Despite some fielding errors by Malaysia, Athapaththu powered on, reaching her century off 63 balls. She led Sri Lanka to their highest T20I score of 184/4. Malaysia managed to take two wickets in the final balls to limit further damage.

Malaysia

Powerplay: Early collapse of batting order

Kawya Kavindi, playing her first game of the tournament, made an immediate impact by dismissing the Malaysian captain for a four-ball duck. Shashini Gimhani, a teenage left-arm wrist spinner, took two more wickets, reducing Malaysia to 21/3 in the PowerPlay.

Middle overs: No runs, No boundaries for Malaysia

Inoshi Priyadarshini started the middle overs by taking a wicket, with Ainna Hamizah Hashim caught at cover. Ama Kanchana nearly took another wicket, but the chance was missed. However, Ismail was soon bowled by Kanchana. Sachini Nisansala then took another wicket, leaving Malaysia struggling with only 15 runs in the middle overs.

Death overs: Sri Lanka secures big win

With a required run rate of over 30, Malaysia managed just one run per over in the final phase before being bowled out on the penultimate ball. Gimhani and Kavindi took one wicket each, while Kavisha Dilhari dismissed two lower-order batters in consecutive balls. Sri Lanka’s massive win boosted their net run rate and nearly secured them a spot in the semifinals. The victory also placed Sri Lanka at the top of Group B.

Player of the Match (Chamari Athapaththu)

“Really happy today because I played good cricket. The main reason is because my mom is also watching. She has sacrificed a lot for me. Thank you very much, mama. I enjoy my cricket everyday in the middle. I know how to handle pressure. I just keep it simple. We made four changes because we need to give opportunities to youngsters with the World Cup coming up.”