ICC Women ODI World Cup 2025 : In a powerful statement on the field, the Pakistan women’s cricket team has officially qualified for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, becoming the seventh team to secure their spot. But while they’ve earned their place among the world’s elite, there’s a twist — they won’t be playing their matches in India, the host country.
Let’s break down the cricket, the controversy, and what it means for fans looking forward to the most prestigious tournament in women’s cricket.
ICC Women ODI World Cup 2025 : Pakistan’s Women Seal World Cup 2025 Spot — Matches to Be Played Outside India Due to Political Stand-off
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On Fire: Pakistan Dominates the Qualifiers
Pakistan came into the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifier tournament with a mission — and they delivered. After beating Ireland, Scotland, the West Indies, and most recently Thailand by a commanding 87-run margin, they moved to 8 points from 4 matches, making their qualification unshakable.
With one game still to go against Bangladesh, the Women in Green have already punched their ticket to the World Cup set to be played later this year. Their strong performance in the qualifiers leaves just one final spot up for grabs — with Bangladesh, West Indies, and Scotland still battling it out.
India Hosting, But Pakistan Won’t Play There
Here’s where things get politically complex.
Despite India being the official host for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup, Pakistan will not play any matches on Indian soil. This stems from a mutual agreement reached in 2023 between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
The agreement was signed after India refused to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025, leading to a hybrid model. Since then, all India vs Pakistan matches until 2029 are set to be played at neutral venues.
This hybrid model now extends to the Women’s World Cup as well. Although details aren’t official, there’s strong speculation that Pakistan’s matches could be hosted in Sri Lanka, which has previously co-hosted the Men’s Asia Cup in 2023.
Confirmed Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 Teams (So Far)
- India (Hosts)
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
- New Zealand
- Sri Lanka
- Pakistan (Qualified through Qualifiers)
- TBD (Bangladesh or West Indies or Scotland)
What Happens Next?
- Pakistan vs Bangladesh (April 19) will be a key game for the final qualification spot.
- Should Bangladesh win or maintain a better Net Run Rate, they will clinch the last berth.
- Once all teams are confirmed, the ICC is expected to announce final schedules, venues, and hybrid arrangements.
Pakistan’s qualification is a huge boost for women’s cricket in the country, and their unbeaten run in the qualifiers shows they’re ready to compete on the global stage. While politics may be keeping them out of India, fans can still expect to see top-tier cricket from the Women in Green — just on different shores.
Wherever they play, Pakistan will be a team to watch at the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025.
FAQs
Has Pakistan qualified for the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025?
Yes, Pakistan secured qualification after winning four matches in the qualifier tournament.
Will Pakistan play their matches in India?
No, Pakistan will play their World Cup matches at a neutral venue due to a BCCI-PCB agreement.
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