ol for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced that the Indian Women’s National Team will embark on a full tour of England in July 2025. The tour will include three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
The series is expected to play a key role in India’s preparation for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2026, set to be hosted by New Zealand.
🗓️ Tour Schedule (Provisional):
- T20I Series:
- 1st T20I – July 5, 2025 – Southampton
- 2nd T20I – July 7, 2025 – Birmingham
- 3rd T20I – July 9, 2025 – Nottingham
- 4th T20I – July 11, 2025 – Manchester
- 5th T20I – July 13, 2025 – London (The Oval)
- ODI Series:
- 1st ODI – July 16, 2025 – Bristol
- 2nd ODI – July 19, 2025 – Leeds
- 3rd ODI – July 22, 2025 – Lord’s, London
Final venues and timings will be confirmed by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in the coming weeks.
🌟 Why This Tour Matters
The tour will serve as a litmus test for the Indian squad’s progress, particularly after their semifinal exit at the Women’s T20 World Cup in 2024. It will also help the team acclimate to English conditions, similar to what they may face during the 2026 World Cup.
The series is also expected to attract significant viewership following the recent growth of women’s cricket in India, especially after the success of the Women’s Premier League (WPL).
đź‘Ą Expected Key Players:
- Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain) – Veteran leader and power-hitter
- Smriti Mandhana – Elegant left-handed opener
- Shafali Verma – Aggressive young talent in T20s
- Richa Ghosh (WK) – Middle-order finisher
- Deepti Sharma – All-rounder with spin option
- Renuka Singh Thakur – Lead pace bowler
Youngsters from the U19 Women’s World Cup 2023-winning squad may also be included for exposure and development.
🗣️ BCCI Statement:
“This tour is a vital part of our roadmap for the 2026 Women’s World Cup. England offers world-class competition, and the team will benefit greatly from playing in challenging overseas conditions.”
đź“ş Broadcast & Coverage
The tour will be broadcast live in India on Star Sports and streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, with highlights and expert analysis available after each match.
Stay tuned for squad announcements, pre-series analysis, and match-by-match coverage of India Women’s crucial tour of England.