International Women’s Cricket Schedule for 2025: Exciting Series and Tournaments Ahead
As we move into 2025, the excitement around women’s cricket is set to reach new heights with a packed international schedule. From bilateral series to major ICC tournaments, women’s cricket fans are in for a thrilling year. Here’s a look at some of the key fixtures and events to look forward to:
1. ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Qualifying and Build-Up
While the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup isn’t scheduled until February 2026, the build-up to the event begins this year with regional qualifiers taking place in various parts of the world. Teams from the ICC Women’s T20 rankings will be vying for spots, with crucial matches happening in Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Key Dates for 2025:
- Regional Qualifiers: From June to September 2025, teams will battle it out for a place in the global tournament.
- Preparatory Series: Leading teams like Australia, England, and India are expected to play several practice and warm-up matches ahead of the qualifiers.
2. India Women’s Tour of Australia – January 2025
India’s women’s cricket team will tour Australia for a historic multi-format series in January 2025. This series will include a mix of One Day Internationals (ODIs), Twenty20s (T20s), and Tests, giving fans a chance to see some of the world’s best players in action. India and Australia have a long-standing rivalry, and this series promises to be an exciting showcase of talent.
Schedule Highlights:
- First T20I: January 5, 2025
- ODIs and Test Matches: January 2025 (dates to be confirmed)
3. England Women’s Tour of South Africa – February 2025
England’s women will head to South Africa in February 2025 for a limited-overs series, including three T20Is and three ODIs. This series is part of the build-up to the 2026 Women’s World Cup and will serve as an important test for both teams ahead of the upcoming major ICC events.
Provisional Dates:
- T20I Series: February 1-5, 2025
- ODI Series: February 8-14, 2025
4. 2025 Women’s Ashes Series – Australia vs England
In mid-2025, the long-standing rivalry between England and Australia will be renewed in the Women’s Ashes, one of the oldest and most prestigious series in women’s cricket. This multi-format series will see both teams compete in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is, with the Ashes trophy on the line.
Tentative Schedule:
- Test Match: Mid-July 2025
- ODIs and T20Is: Late July – August 2025
5. ICC Women’s World Cup 2026 – Qualification Campaign
As the countdown to the 2026 ICC Women’s World Cup begins, teams will engage in the qualification process throughout 2025. Smaller cricket nations will play qualifiers in an attempt to secure their spot at the prestigious tournament in New Zealand.
Qualification Events:
- ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Starting October 2025, with teams competing for the final spots in the 2026 tournament.
6. Other Notable Bilateral Series
- West Indies Women’s Tour of New Zealand – March 2025: The West Indies will travel to New Zealand for a T20I and ODI series.
- Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of Pakistan – April 2025: A limited-overs series that will feature Sri Lanka and Pakistan in a tightly contested battle.
- South Africa Women’s Tour of India – September 2025: South Africa will visit India for a short series before both teams begin their World Cup preparations.
Key Themes for 2025
- The Rise of Women’s Cricket: With more visibility and growing interest in women’s sport globally, 2025 promises to be another significant year for women’s cricket. The increase in broadcast rights, sponsorship deals, and fan engagement will further elevate the sport to new levels.
- Focus on Equal Opportunities: Teams will continue their push for gender parity in pay and opportunities. The future of women’s cricket looks brighter than ever with equal prize money becoming a key focus for global cricket bodies.
- Spotlight on Emerging Teams: Nations like Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are expected to make big strides in women’s cricket, challenging the traditional dominance of teams like Australia and England.
As the year unfolds, fans can look forward to high-quality cricket, fierce competition, and many historic moments. The global women’s cricket community is gearing up for an exciting 2025, with these series and tournaments shaping the future of women’s sport.
Stay tuned for more updates on dates, venues, and live coverage of your favorite teams!
