In a significant shake-up to the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 schedule, the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai has been confirmed as a new host venue, replacing Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The decision comes after the Karnataka State Association failed to secure the required government clearance to host matches, the ICC announced on Friday (August 22).
Why the Change?
Bengaluru’s participation as a venue had been in doubt since early August. The situation worsened following the tragic stampede during celebrations of RCB’s IPL title victory, raising serious concerns over crowd management and safety protocols.
With the clearance not coming through, ICC moved swiftly to finalize Navi Mumbai as the replacement. The DY Patil Stadium will now host three league games, a semi-final, and possibly the final – unless Pakistan qualifies, in which case the summit clash will be held at Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium.
| Venue | City | Country |
|---|---|---|
| DY Patil Stadium | Navi Mumbai | India |
| ACA Stadium | Guwahati | India |
| ACA-VDCA Stadium | Vizag | India |
| Holkar Stadium | Indore | India |
| R Premadasa Stadium | Colombo | Sri Lanka |
Revised Fixtures – Key Changes
| Match | New Venue | Original Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| India vs Sri Lanka | Guwahati | Bengaluru | September 30 |
| England vs South Africa | Guwahati | Bengaluru | October 3 |
| Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | Navi Mumbai | Bengaluru | October 20 |
| India vs New Zealand | Navi Mumbai | Bengaluru | October 23 |
| New Zealand vs Bangladesh | Guwahati | Vizag | October 10 |
| England vs New Zealand | Vizag | Guwahati | October 26 |
Tournament Schedule & Stakes
The tournament runs from September 30 to November 2, featuring league games followed by two semifinals and the final. The top four teams from the league stage will progress to the knockout phase.
Why DY Patil Stadium?
The DY Patil Stadium, known for its modern facilities and past experience of hosting high-profile cricket events, offers a strong alternative. It is expected to deliver world-class conditions for both players and fans, ensuring India remains at the heart of the tournament buzz.
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