As the cricketing world eagerly anticipates the thrilling spectacle of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifier 2025, all eyes will be on Pakistan from April 9 to 19, where passion and perseverance will intertwine on the pitch. Six fierce competitors, Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, Scotland, Thailand, and the West Indies—will converge in a bid not just for glory, but for the coveted spots in the prestigious ICC Women’s ODI World Cup later this year in India.
In a tournament that promises to spotlight emerging talents and showcase the relentless spirit of women’s cricket, each team has meticulously crafted its roster, ready to embody the grit and determination needed to carve their paths to success. This comprehensive guide will provide all the relevant insights regarding the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan.
Bangladesh’s Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Nigar Sultana Joty-led side narrowly missed out on direct qualification for the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, in September–October later this year. The top six teams including the hosts, India, in the ICC Women’s Championship 2022/23–2025 points table secure a direct ticket to the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup. Bangladesh finished their campaign in the championship as the 7th-placed side in the points table with 21 points, equalling New Zealand) from 24 games, including eight victories, 11 defeats, one tied game and four washed-out games in their campaign. An inferior net run rate ensured that they had to go through the Qualifiers route.
Squad:
Nigar Sultana Joty (C), Nahida Akter, Ishma Tanjim, Dilara Akter, Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Jannatul Ferdus Sumona, Rabeya, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Farzana Haque, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Marufa Akter, Ritu Moni
Ireland’s Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Gaby Lewis-led side had a disappointing campaign in the recently concluded cycle of the ICC Women’s Championship. They finished at the bottom of the points table with 8 points from 24 games, which included just three victories and 19 defeats alongside a couple of wash-out games, in their campaign. However, those three victories, one against England and a couple of them against Sri Lanka were historic and memorable, signifying a bright future and promising potential within their set-up. As a result of their bottom-of-the-table finish, they will have to go through the qualifiers and battle it out for a spot in the upcoming edition of the Women’s ODI World Cup.
Squad:
Gaby Lewis (C), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Sophie MacMahon, Jane Maguire, Kia McCartney, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast
Pakistan’s Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Fatima Sana-led side will be hosting the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers from 9th–19th April 2025, scheduled to be played in Lahore. There will be two spots up for grabs and with Pakistan being the host nation, the spotlight will be glued on their performances in the competition, putting them under a bit of pressure right from the very beginning of the competition.
The Fatima Sana-led side finished 9th on the points table of the recently concluded edition of the ICC Women’s Championship. They had 17 points to their name in the 24 games they played, which included 8 victories and 15 defeats and one washed-out game.
Squad:
Fatima Sana (C), Muneeba Ali (WK), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Najiha Alvi (WK), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz (WK), Syeda Aroob Shah
(Reserves: Ghulam Fatima, Waheeda Akhtar, and Umm-e-Hani)
Scotland’s Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Kathryn Bryce-led side has another golden opportunity to book their spot in the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which is scheduled to take place in India, later this year. They have had an outstanding time, in their last 12–18 months, making their maiden appearance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and their stocks are on a rapid rise at the international level. However, they were unable to get their first victory in that competition.
They would be keen to put their best foot forward as a collective unit and capitalise on the opportunity they have courtesy of being in the top 12 ranked sides in the ICC Women’s ODI Rankings.
Squad:
Kathryn Bryce (C), Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Chloe Abel, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Katherine Fraser, Ailsa Lister, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Hannah Rainey, Nayma Sheikh, Rachael Slater, Pippa Sproul, Maryam Faisal
Thailand’s Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Naruemol Chaiwai-led side is one of the most improved associate nations in recent times. They have punched above their weight and have given tough times to each and every opposition they have faced in recent years. Their impressive performances have reflected in their rankings as they are placed above the hosts Pakistan in the 9th position in the rankings. They would be keen to replicate their recent success during the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers in Pakistan, battling it out for those couple of spots that are up for grabs to be on the plane to India for the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025.
Squad:
Naruemol Chaiwai (C), Nattaya Boochatham, Nattakan Chantam, Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Chanida Sutthiruang, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Rosenanee Kanoh, Suleeporn Laomi, Thipatcha Putthawong, Suwanan Khiaoto, Phannita Maya, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Nannaphat Chaihan, Chayanisa Phengpaen
West Indies’ Road to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers:
The Hayley Matthews-led side has shown glimpses of the Caribbean power and their immense potential to dominate the world stage in patches. However unfortunately for them, it hasn’t turned into consistent performances as much as they would have liked. As a result, they finished 8th on the points table in the recently concluded cycle of the ICC Women’s Championship, with 18 points, which included 8 victories 14 defeats and a couple of washed-out games in their campaign.
Squad:
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (VC), Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glassgow, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Rashada Williams
Format:
The tournament will be played in a single round-robin format, meaning each team will face the other once in league games. The top two placed teams in the points table will book their berths for the upcoming edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup in India, in September–October later this year.
Schedule:
| DATE | MATCH(ES) | TIME (LOCAL) | VENUE |
09-Apr-25 |
Pakistan vs Ireland | 9:30 AM | Gaddafi Stadium |
| West Indies vs Scotland | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association | |
| 10-Apr-25 | Thailand vs Bangladesh | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
11-Apr-25 |
Pakistan vs Scotland | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
| Ireland vs West Indies | 9:30 AM | Gaddafi Stadium | |
13-Apr-25 |
Scotland vs Thailand | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
| Bangladesh vs Ireland | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium | |
| 14-Apr-25 | Pakistan vs West Indies | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium |
15-Apr-25 |
Thailand vs Ireland | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
| Scotland vs Bangladesh | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium | |
17-Apr-25 |
Bangladesh vs West Indies | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
| Pakistan vs Thailand | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium | |
| 18-Apr-25 | Ireland vs Scotland | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium |
19-Apr-25 |
Pakistan vs Bangladesh | 9:30 AM | Lahore City Cricket Association |
| West Indies vs Thailand | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium |
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