By Manvindar Singh 
The stage is set for the 13th edition of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, scheduled from September 30 to November 2 across India and Sri Lanka. With 31 matches to be played at five historic venues, this World Cup will blend cricketing tradition with modern-day passion.
From the roar of Guwahati to the charm of Colombo, here’s a closer look at the stadiums where cricketing dreams will unfold.
DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai (India)
Capacity: 45,300
The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, known for hosting the inaugural IPL final in 2008, is set for its first Women’s ODI assignment. It will host group stage matches, including India’s final league clash against Bangladesh, as well as the second semi-final on October 30 and potentially the final on November 2.
In recent years, the stadium has witnessed memorable women’s cricket moments, including India’s T20I against Australia in 2022 and a Test against England in 2023, where Deepti Sharma bagged a maiden five-for.
Assam Cricket Association Stadium, Guwahati (India)
Capacity: 46,000
The Guwahati stadium will stage the tournament opener on September 30, with hosts India taking on Sri Lanka. It will also host three other group games and could be the venue for the first semi-final on October 29.
Known for passionate crowds, the stadium made history in 2017 as India’s 49th international ground and has since hosted landmark knocks, including Ruturaj Gaikwad’s unbeaten 123 in 2023.
ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam (India)
Capacity: 27,500
The coastal city of Visakhapatnam brings rich cricket history to the Women’s World Cup. This venue will host the highly anticipated India vs Australia clash on October 12, as well as India’s game against South Africa on October 9.
It is a ground steeped in memories, from MS Dhoni’s explosive 148 in 2005 to Virat Kohli’s record-breaking 10,000 ODI runs in 2018. Women’s cricket also has roots here, with ODIs dating back to 2010.
Holkar Stadium, Indore (India)
Capacity: 30,000
Holkar Stadium is no stranger to high scores and fast-paced action. It will host five matches, including marquee encounters like New Zealand vs Australia (October 1) and India vs England.
The venue has seen iconic performances, from Virender Sehwag’s double-century in 2011 to Rohit Sharma’s 35-ball ton in 2017. Its compact stands make it a cauldron of noise, ideal for World Cup intensity.
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (Sri Lanka)
Capacity: 35,000
The only venue outside India, the historic R. Premadasa Stadium will host 11 group-stage matches, including Bangladesh vs Pakistan on October 2. It could also stage one of the semi-finals and even the final, should the schedule demand.
Home to unforgettable moments such as Sri Lanka’s record 952/6 declared in 1997 and multiple World Cup fixtures in 1996 and 2011, it remains a spiritual home of cricket in the island nation.
The Bigger Picture
With five iconic venues across two nations, CWC25 promises to be more than just a tournament—it will be a festival of cricket. Fans from around the globe will converge on India and Sri Lanka to witness history in the making. Whether it’s the electric opening in Guwahati or the grand finale in Mumbai or Colombo, the stage is ready for women’s cricket’s biggest celebration.
Victoria Hamilton