Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Guwahati to Host ICC Women’s World Cup Final; New Academies Open
Guwahati, India, is going to host some big cricket matches, including the final game, of the ICC Women’s World Cup!
The Chief Minister announced this exciting news.
The city will host several matches, including one where India's women's team will play New Zealand.
Guwahati is also getting new sports training centers: one for cricket and one for football, to help young athletes get better.
Guwahati will host five matches of the ICC Women’s World Cup, including the final.
India's women's team will play New Zealand in Guwahati on October 23.
The city will host England vs. Bangladesh, and England vs. Sri Lanka matches.
The group stage concludes with England vs. New Zealand on October 26.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the ACA Cricket Academy and the GTC Football Academy.
- Who
- Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
- What
- Guwahati will host the ICC Women’s World Cup Final and other matches.
- When
- Announced on August 16, with matches starting in October.
- Where
- Guwahati, India.
- Why
- To provide world-class facilities and training, and to showcase the city's sporting prowess.
- Event
- ICC Women’s World Cup Matches
- Location
- Guwahati, India
- Matches Included
- Final, India vs. New Zealand, England vs. Bangladesh, England vs. Sri Lanka
- Key Dates
- Matches in October
- Stadium
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium
- Involved Parties
- ICC, Assam Cricket Association, Guwahati Town Club
Sources
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