The highly anticipated ODI Women’s World Cup 2025 is just around the corner, and the excitement is building as teams arrive for a crucial series of warm-up matches. From September 25 to 28, the world’s best cricketers will engage in eight practice games designed to fine-tune their strategies and get accustomed to the subcontinent conditions. This period is a dress rehearsal before the main event kicks off on September 30, with co-hosts India and Sri Lanka leading the charge in a tournament that promises to be a spectacular display of cricketing prowess.

Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: Final preparations and high-stakes practice

These warm-up matches are not mere formalities; they represent a critical final stage of preparation for the World Cup. For teams like Australia, England and New Zealand, this is an invaluable opportunity to adapt to the unique challenges posed by the pitches and climate in India and Sri Lanka.

The games will be a testing ground for team combinations, allowing coaches to assess player form and finalize their starting XIs. Teams will be looking to build on their recent performances in bilateral series, with Australia having recently overcome India in a hard-fought series and South Africa securing a win against Pakistan. The pressure to perform is immense, as players vie for spots and the teams look to gain a psychological edge over their rivals before the tournament officially begins.

Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: Diverse venues and a jam-packed schedule

The warm-up schedule is carefully designed to give teams a taste of the different playing conditions they might encounter in the main tournament. Matches will be held at four distinct venues across two cities, with Bengaluru hosting games at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Grounds 1 and 2, and Colombo featuring the R. Premadasa Stadium and Colombo Cricket Club Ground.

These venues are set to provide a dynamic backdrop for the games, offering a mix of pitch conditions. The logistical challenge of moving between these cities will also be a part of the teams’ preparation, especially for Pakistan, whose main tournament matches will all be held in Colombo. The jam-packed schedule ensures that all teams will be able to get a significant amount of on-field time to be fully ready for the World Cup.

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Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: Full warm-up match schedule

Broadcast & Live Streaming details

For fans around the world, the highly anticipated ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 is expected to be available for live streaming on the official ICC platform. As the central hub for global cricket, ICC.tv is set to provide comprehensive coverage of all matches. The ICC.tv platform is where fans can go to watch every ball of the tournament from their computer or mobile device. This service is designed to bring live and on-demand content to supporters in regions that do not have a dedicated broadcast partner. The platform is anticipated to be a vital resource, ensuring cricket followers worldwide have uninterrupted access to the excitement and action of the World Cup.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.