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**Summary:**

The schedule for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup, to be held in India, has been released. Hosts India will begin their campaign against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru on September 30th. Key matches include India vs. Pakistan on October 5th in Colombo, and India vs. Australia on October 12th in Vizag. Colombo will host 11 round-robin games, including some of Sri Lanka’s matches, and is a potential venue for the first semi-final and the final. All matches are scheduled as day-night affairs. Defending champions Australia will face New Zealand on October 1st in Indore. The top four teams from the league stage will proceed to the semi-finals.

**News Article:**

**India to Face Sri Lanka in World Cup Opener, Pakistan Clash Set for Colombo**

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the highly anticipated schedule for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup, to be hosted by India. The tournament promises thrilling contests and high-stakes matches, with India kicking off their campaign against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru on September 30th.

One of the most anticipated clashes will see India lock horns with arch-rivals Pakistan on October 5th in Colombo. The city has been selected as a neutral venue to host Pakistan’s games. The highly awaited India versus Australia match is scheduled for October 12th in Vizag.

Colombo will play a significant role in the tournament, hosting 11 round-robin matches, including several of Sri Lanka’s games. The city remains in the running to host semi final 1 and the final.

Defending champions Australia will begin their title defense against Trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand on October 1st in Indore. The top four teams from the group stage will advance to the semi-finals. All matches are scheduled to be day-night affairs, starting at 3 PM IST.

Cricket fans can mark their calendars for what promises to be an exciting edition of the Women’s ODI World Cup.

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