The unofficial schedule of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 has been leaked, revealing a host of thrilling matchups. With India set to host the event, the tournament is expected to begin on September 30, featuring India’s opening match against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru.
Due to the geopolitical context, Pakistan’s matches will not be played on Indian soil. Instead, Colombo will serve as the neutral venue for all of Pakistan’s games, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their fixtures.
A key highlight of the group stage is the much-awaited Pakistan vs India match, scheduled for October 5 in Colombo. The rivalry between these two cricketing powerhouses guarantees one of the most electric atmospheres in women’s cricket.
Pakistan’s tentative group stage schedule includes:
- October 2: Pakistan vs Bangladesh
- October 5: Pakistan vs India
- October 8: Pakistan vs Australia
- October 15: Pakistan vs England
- October 18: Pakistan vs New Zealand
- October 21: Pakistan vs South Africa
- October 24: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
In addition to these fixtures, discussions are ongoing about the semi-final and final venues. Current plans suggest that the first semi-final could be held in Guwahati or Colombo, while Bengaluru is being considered for the second. The final match of the tournament is tentatively set for November 2, with either Bengaluru or Colombo likely to host.
Despite the lack of an official announcement from the ICC, the preliminary schedule has triggered considerable excitement among fans and stakeholders. The return of the India-Pakistan face-off, this time on neutral turf, adds another layer of drama and significance to the upcoming World Cup.
