The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 is set to take center stage in India later this year, with the newly confirmed final venue being the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur. This stadium which has yet to host a women’s international match, will join a prestigious list of venues that have played host to the tournament’s final.
Over the years, iconic grounds such as Bert Sutcliffe Oval, SuperSport Park, North Sydney Oval, Brabourne Stadium, Lord’s, Hagley Oval have witnessed historic moments as teams lifted the coveted trophy.
These legendary venues have etched their name in the history of women’s cricket, and it’s fascinating to revisit the stages where the champions were crowned.
Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln (2000)
Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln, New Zealand, played host to a thrilling chapter in women’s cricket when it staged the 2000 Women’s World Cup final between New Zealand and Australia on December 23.
The stadium is no stranger to women’s international cricket, having staged both the final and semi-final of the 2000 World Cup, as well as being a major venue for the 2003 World Series of Women’s Cricket. It has regularly hosted New Zealand women’s team matches against touring sides, witnessing 14 WODI centuries and 9 five-wicket hauls. The stadium’s first Women’s ODI match was the opening game of the 2000 Cricket World Cup and it last hosted an ODI in 2018.
The 2000 World Cup Final at this venue was a nail-biter, with New Zealand posting 184 runs, and Australia falling short by just 4 runs, despite captain Belinda Clark’s valiant 91 off 102 balls. Led by Emily Drumm, New Zealand lifted their first and only title in Women’s ODI World Cup creating an unforgettable moment in cricket history.
SuperSport Park, Centurion (2005)
SuperSport Park in Centurion, South Africa was the stage for a landmark moment in women’s cricket when it hosted the 2005 Women’s Cricket World Cup final between Australia and India.
Located in the heart of Centurion, this stadium has a rich history of hosting international cricket, including its first women’s ODI match in 2002 between India and South Africa and its last in 2016. Notably, it was also a venue for the 2003 Men’s Cricket World Cup. With a seating capacity of over 22,000, SuperSport Park is set to host an ODI match between South Africa Women and Pakistan Women, in 2026.
The 2005 World Cup Final at this venue saw Australia post 215/4, with Karen Rolton remaining unbeaten on 107. India, in pursuit of the target, were bowled out for 117, handing Australia a 98-run victory and their fifth World Cup title.
North Sydney Oval, Sydney (2009)
In 2009, the eyes of the cricket world were on North Sydney Oval for the Women’s World Cup Final on March 22 between England and New Zealand.
With a storied past that spans decades, North Sydney Oval has established itself as a revered destination for international cricket. The ground has been a venue for women’s cricket since 1957-58, although the first attempt was abandoned due to rain. The ground first hosted a Women’s Test match in 1969 and its first ODI in 1988 as a part of Shell Bicentennial Women’s World Cup. In total it has hosted 5 Women’s Test Matches and 20 ODIs. The most recent ODI held here was between England and Australia in the 2024-25 Women’s Ashes Series. North Sydney Oval has witnessed notable performances, including several centuries and five-wicket hauls from the likes of players such as Beth Mooney and Megan Schutt.
The 2009 World Cup final saw Charlotte Edwards-led England defeat Haidee Tiffen-led New Zealand by 4 wickets, securing their third World Cup Title. Nicky Shaw’s 4-wicket haul restricted New Zealand to just 166, which England chased down in the 47th over.
Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai (2013)
The Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai had the honor of hosting the final of 2013 Women’s Cricket World Cup between Australia and West Indies on February 17.
The venue steeped in cricketing history needs no introduction and has been a witness to the sport’s greatest triumphs and tribulations. The stadium first hosted a Women’s ODI in 2003 and has since then hosted 12 ODIs, with the most recent being the 2013 Women’s World Cup Final. It has also hosted 10 Women T20Is from 2018 to 2022. The stadium was used as a practice venue during the 2011 Men’s Cricket World Cup. Additionally, it has been utilized for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) where it hosted a few matches and the final of WPL 2023 and WPL 2025.
The 2013 Women’s World Cup was India’s third time hosting the tournament. The final saw Australia defeat West-Indies by 114 runs, securing their sixth title. Australia batted first, with Jess Duffin scoring 75 runs off 76 balls, setting a target of 259 runs. Ellyse Perry picked up a three-wicket haul restricting West-Indies to 145 runs, as Australia won the match and the championship.
Lords, London (2017)
Lords in 2017 hosted the thrilling final between England and India, a match that will be etched in the memories of cricket fans forever. Lord’s, still widely regarded as the “Home of Cricket”, is an iconic stadium steeped in history and tradition. Established as far back as 1814, Lord’s has been a revered venue for cricketing excellence for over two centuries.
The first women’s cricket match at Lord’s took place in August 1976, when England and Australia clashed in a 60-over ODI. Lords has hosted several iconic matches, including the 1993 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final, where England defeated New Zealand to lift the trophy. The stadium has also hosted several Women T20Is, including the final of the 2009 ICC Women’s World Twenty20.
The stadium was also the historic venue where India won their first men’s World Cup in 1983 under Kapil Dev’s leadership. Additionally, it witnessed the iconic shirt celebration by Sourav Ganguly when India won a thrilling final against England in the NatWest Series by two wickets in 2002. More recently, Lord’s hosted the 2019 Men’s Cricket World Cup final, which ended in a thrilling super over.
The 2017 World Cup final saw England lift their fourth title after defeating India by nine runs. Batting first, England scored 228, thanks to Nat Sciver-Brunt’s half-century. Chasing the target, India’s Poonam Raut scored 86 and Harmanpreet Kaur added 51, but they fell short as Anya Shrubsole picked up a six-wicket haul, securing England’s victory.
Hagley Oval, Christchurch (2022)
Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand was the venue for the 2022 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Final between Australia and England.
With a rich legacy dating back to 1851, Hagley Oval has established itself as a premier cricketing destination. Focusing on women’s cricket, the stadium has hosted several notable matches, including three women’s Test matches from 1969 to 1995, and its first women’s ODI match in 1992. Since then, Hagley Oval has continued to host women’s ODIs. More recently, the stadium hosted a T20I match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka on March 16. It was also one of the host grounds for the 2015 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.
The 2022 final saw Australia lift their seventh World Cup title, defeating England by 71 runs. Alyssa Healy scored 170 runs in the match, the highest individual score made by any cricketer, male or female, in a World Cup final. England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt also scored a century in the final, finishing with 148 not out. However, England fell short by 71 runs, as Australia claimed the championship.
With its debut on the world stage, Mullanpur is poised to join the esteemed list of venues that have hosted the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Finals, each of which has left an indelible mark on the sport. As the cricketing world converges on Mullanpur, fans can expect a thrilling spectacle that will etch the venue’s name in the annals of women’s cricket history.
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