The twentieth fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises to be one of the standout contests of the tournament as India Women lock horns with England Women on October 19th at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. The match begins at 3:00 PM (IST) and is set to draw massive crowds as two world-class sides face off in a clash that could define the mid-table dynamics of the competition.
Form Guide – India
India, cheered on by a fervent home crowd, will be eager to reignite their winning momentum. The hosts began their campaign with clinical precision — posting 271 and defeating Sri Lanka by 59 runs (DLS), followed by a commanding 88-run victory over Pakistan, powered by disciplined bowling and steady partnerships in the middle order. However, that initial dominance has since been tempered by back-to-back narrow defeats — both by three wickets — against South Africa and Australia, exposing vulnerabilities in India’s finishing phases with both bat and ball.
Their warm-up campaign reflected a similar pattern of resilience. After suffering a heavy 152-run defeat to England, the side responded impressively by chasing down New Zealand’s total with four wickets in hand. That comeback reinforced India’s mental toughness — a quality they’ll need in abundance when they meet England again, this time with World Cup stakes on the line.
Form Guide – England
England have been one of the most balanced and composed teams in the competition so far, combining pace, precision, and poise. Their campaign opened in emphatic fashion as they skittled South Africa for just 69 before cruising to a 10-wicket win, setting the tone early. The second fixture tested their mettle — reduced to 103/6 in pursuit of 178 against Bangladesh, captain Heather Knight showcased her trademark calm to guide England home by four wickets. The momentum carried into their next game, where a collective effort helped them post 254 and seal an 89-run victory over Sri Lanka.
Their progress hit a brief pause against Pakistan, as rain washed out what could have been a tricky defense — an outcome that, if anything, kept their campaign comfortably afloat.
Their World Cup preparation was just as convincing — dismantling India by 152 runs and chasing down 248 against Australia in the warm-ups. That dominant build-up underlined the form, depth, and cohesion of this reinvigorated English unit, which now appears primed to challenge for the title once more.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 79
- India Wins – 36
- England Wins – 41
- No Result – 2
The India–England rivalry stands as one of the most competitive narratives in women’s cricket history. While England hold a slender edge with 41 wins to India’s 36, the margins have often been razor thin. Their most recent meeting came during the India tour of England (July 2025), where the visitors scripted a memorable 2-1 series victory, sealing a rare triumph on English soil. That result not only showcased India’s growing maturity as an ODI powerhouse but also adds an extra layer of anticipation to this World Cup encounter — one that promises to deliver intensity, emotion, and high-calibre cricket.
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