The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup is one of the most significant events on the women's cricket calendar. It brings together the best teams from around the world and gives them a platform to showcase their skills on the international stage. This championship not only brings out the best. In addition, it helps to popularize women's cricket by inspiring the next generation of female cricketers.
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2029
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2029 will be the next Women's Cricket World Cup in the ODI format. The tournament will take place in 2029, although the exact dates and host location have not yet been officially announced.
The competition will feature 10 teams. The participants will qualify through the ICC Women's Championship 2025–2029 and a qualification tournament.
The new Women's Championship cycle features 11 teams: India, South Africa, Australia, England, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Pakistan, West Indies, Ireland and Zimbabwe. The seven highest-ranked teams and the host nation will qualify directly, while the remaining three spots will be decided through a qualification tournament.
As a result, ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2029 will be the first Women's Cricket World Cup to feature 10 teams.
History of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup
The history of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup began in 1973, when the first World Cup was held. The tournament took place in England and became the first major international competition of its kind in women's cricket.
Initially, the World Cup was held at irregular intervals, but it eventually adopted a four-year cycle.
Over the decades, the competition has expanded significantly, with more participating teams, growing global interest and increasing popularity of women's cricket worldwide.
Australia remains the most successful team in the history of the tournament, with seven World Cup titles. In 2025, India won the World Cup for the first time, defeating South Africa in the final.
Interesting Facts About the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup
- The first Women's Cricket World Cup was held in 1973, two years before the first Men's Cricket World Cup.
- Australia is the most successful team in the tournament's history, with seven World Cup titles.
- In 2025, India won the Women's Cricket World Cup for the first time.
- The 2025 final was held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
- In 2029, the tournament will be expanded to 10 teams for the first time.
- Qualification for the World Cup is determined through the expanded ICC Women's Championship, which features 11 teams.
Results of the Most Recent World Cups
| Year | Host | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | India, Sri Lanka | India |
| 2022 | New Zealand | Australia |
| 2017 | England | England |
In 2025, India won their first World Cup title. In the final, the team defeated South Africa by 52 runs.
In 2022, Australia defeated England in the final to claim their seventh title. In 2017, England won the championship.
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2033
The next World Cup after the 2029 tournament is scheduled for 2033. The exact dates, host location, format and participating teams have not yet been announced.
Further details about the host country and schedule will be determined later as part of the ICC international cricket calendar.
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