In a significant change to the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 schedule, the ICC has moved several key matches from Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium. This decision follows venue readiness concerns and ensures that the tournament runs smoothly without logistical challenges.
Five crucial fixtures will now take place at DY Patil Stadium. These include India vs New Zealand on October 23, India vs Bangladesh on October 26, and Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh on October 20. Additionally, the second semi-final on October 30 and the final on November 2 have been reassigned to Navi Mumbai. The tournament opener between India and Sri Lanka has been shifted to Guwahati, and other minor adjustments have been made to balance the revised schedule.
The eight participating teams remain unchanged: India, Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Pakistan will continue to play its group matches in Colombo due to political considerations, while all other teams will compete across venues in India.
The matches in Navi Mumbai promise to be high-intensity encounters, particularly India’s clashes against New Zealand and Bangladesh, which are expected to draw large crowds. With DY Patil Stadium’s modern facilities and strong track record of hosting big games, the ICC aims to deliver a seamless experience for players and fans.
This venue change underlines how major tournaments must remain flexible to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. For teams and broadcasters, the shift requires adjustments in travel and planning, but the move is widely seen as necessary for maintaining tournament standards. The Women’s World Cup will proceed as scheduled, with Navi Mumbai now set to host some of its most critical matches, including the final, ensuring the tournament retains its competitive edge and excitement.
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