World Cup Qualifier 2025 / ICC's big tournament will be held again in Pakistan next month, schedule released

After the successful hosting of the Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan is now set to host another major ICC tournament. ICC has announced the schedule for the Women's ODI World Cup Qualifier 2025. According to the schedule released on March 14, the tournament will be held at two major stadiums in Lahore. The first match will be played on April 9, while the final will take place on April 19.

A total of six teams will participate in this tournament, out of which two teams will qualify for the main event to be held in India in October-November. Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and host India have already secured their spots in the World Cup by finishing in the top 6 of the ICC Women's Championship (2022-25).

Teams Participating in the Qualifier

Four full member nations - Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, and West Indies - will compete in this tournament alongside Scotland and Thailand. The tournament will feature a total of 15 matches. Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, and West Indies have qualified for the qualifier by finishing between seventh and tenth positions in the ICC Women's Championship. Meanwhile, Thailand and Scotland have secured their spots by ranking as the top two associate nations in the ICC Women's ODI team rankings as of October 28, 2024.

ICC Women's ODI World Cup Qualifier 2025 Schedule

April 9:

• Pakistan vs. Ireland - Gaddafi Stadium (Day)

• West Indies vs. Scotland - LCCA (Day)

April 10:

• Thailand vs. Bangladesh - LCCA (Day)

April 11:

• Pakistan vs. Scotland - LCCA (Day)

• Ireland vs. West Indies - Gaddafi Stadium (Day)

April 13:

• Scotland vs. Thailand - LCCA (Day)

• Bangladesh vs. Ireland - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

April 14:

• Pakistan vs. West Indies - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

April 15:

• Thailand vs. Ireland - LCCA (Day)

• Scotland vs. Bangladesh - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

April 17:

• Bangladesh vs. West Indies - LCCA (Day)

• Pakistan vs. Thailand - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

April 18:

• Ireland vs. Scotland - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

April 19:

• Pakistan vs. Bangladesh - LCCA (Day)

• West Indies vs. Thailand - Gaddafi Stadium (Day/Night)

Significance of the Tournament

The top two teams from this qualifier tournament will secure a place in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in India in October-November. This tournament will also provide a boost to women's cricket in Pakistan and serve as an excellent opportunity for local cricket fans.

The ICC Women's ODI World Cup Qualifier 2025 will not only enhance competition but also play a crucial role in the development of women's cricket. Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating this exciting tournament.