Sun Oct 26 08:50:00 UTC 2025: Headline: Rain Delays India vs. Bangladesh Women’s World Cup Match; India Opts to Bowl

Navi Mumbai, India – The final league stage match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 between India and Bangladesh has been delayed due to rain at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The toss was delayed, but India won and elected to bowl first. Unfortunately, rain returned, further delaying the start of the match. As of the latest update, the toss was expected to take place at 3:05 PM and the first ball to be bowled at 3:25 PM, provided the rain subsided.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur made three changes to the squad, resting key players. Uma Chetri received her debut cap and is playing in place of Richa Ghosh. Radha Yadav and Amanjot Kaur also entered the match in place of Sneh Rana and Kranti Gaud.

Despite having already secured a place in the semi-finals, where they will face Australia on October 30th, India aims to use this match as a crucial practice ahead of the important clash. India currently stands fourth on the points table.

Teams:

  • India: Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Uma Chetri (wk), Radha Yadav, Renuka Thakur, Sri Charani.
  • Bangladesh: Rubya Haider Jhelik, Sharmin Akther, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (c/wk), Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabia Khan, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Sumaiya Akter.

This match marks the 28th and final league stage game of the tournament. Updates will be provided as the weather situation evolves.

Read More