ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: India vs Pakistan Preview
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 features a highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan on Sunday, October 5, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM IST. Despite heightened diplomatic tensions surrounding the encounter, India enters as a strong favorite.
Form and Team News
Team India comes into the match confident after a solid 59-run victory over Sri Lanka in their opening game. However, concerns remain over the stability of the middle order, as India experienced a collapse from 120/3 to 124/6 in the previous match. Key partnerships from Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma helped stabilize the innings, showcasing the team’s depth and resilience.
Pakistan, on the other hand, faces a tough challenge after suffering a 7-wicket loss to Bangladesh in their opener. The team will aim to regroup and mount a competitive challenge against their more experienced neighbors.
Pitch and Conditions
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is expected to offer early swing, while the outfield is likely to be slow due to recent rainfall. Winning the toss and opting to chase could provide a tactical advantage in these conditions.
Match Prediction
India’s depth in both batting and bowling makes them clear favorites for this match. Pakistan will need exceptional performances from key players to challenge the dominant side and keep their hopes alive in the tournament.
When and Where to Watch India vs Pakistan
The toss for the match will take place at 2:30 PM IST, with play starting at 3:00 PM IST on October 5. Fans in India can watch the live action on Star Sports. Additionally, streaming will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website.
Squads
India
- Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
- Smriti Mandhana (vc)
- Pratika Rawal
- Harleen Deol
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Richa Ghosh
- Uma Chetry
- Renuka Singh Thakur
- Deepti Sharma
- Sneh Rana
- Sree Charani
- Radha Yadav
- Amanjot Kaur
- Arundhati Reddy
- Kranti Gaud
Reserves: Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, Minnu Mani, Sayali Satghare
Pakistan
- Fatima Sana (c)
- Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (vc)
- Aliya Riaz
- Diana Baig
- Eyman Fatima
- Nashra Sundhu
- Natalia Parvaiz
- Omaima Sohail
- Rameen Shamim
- Sadaf Shamas
- Sadia Iqbal
- Shawaal Zulfiqar
- Sidra Amin
- Sidra Nawaz
- Syeda Aroob Shah
Reserves: Gull Feroza, Najiha Alvi, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar
