The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Friday that Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium will replace Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium as one of the five venues for the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup, set to commence on September 30, 2025. The decision, attributed to “unforeseen circumstances,” has reshaped the tournament’s schedule, with Navi Mumbai slated to host up to five matches, including three league games, a semifinal, and potentially the final.

The change was necessitated by the unavailability of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, reportedly due to the Karnataka State Cricket Association’s failure to secure necessary approvals for hosting major events. Sources suggest this stems from an inquiry into a stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory celebrations earlier this year, which raised concerns about the venue’s capacity to manage large-scale events safely.

ICC Chairman Jay Shah expressed confidence in the revised lineup, stating, “While unforeseen circumstances required us to adjust the schedule and replace a venue, we are pleased to now have a line-up of five world-class venues that will showcase the very best of the women’s game. The stage is set, and I am confident this tournament will capture imaginations and inspire a new generation of fans.”

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The eight-team tournament will also feature matches in Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam, and Colombo, ensuring a diverse geographical spread. With world-class venues now confirmed, anticipation is building for a thrilling Women’s ODI World Cup that promises to elevate the profile of women’s cricket globally.

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