📰 Women’s World Cup 2025: Semifinal and Final Venues Confirmed After South Africa Beat Pakistan

The venues for the semifinal and final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 have been officially confirmed following South Africa’s commanding win over Pakistan in Colombo. With this result, Pakistan became the only winless team in the tournament, ending their campaign without a single victory in six games.

🏏 South Africa Outplay Pakistan in Rain-Hit Encounter

The Proteas Women defeated Pakistan Women in a rain-affected match at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on October 21. Despite weather interruptions that reduced the game to 60 overs, South Africa displayed all-round dominance.

Batting first, South Africa posted a formidable 312/9 in 40 overs, thanks to solid half-centuries from Laura Wolvaardt, Sune Luus, and Marizanne Kapp. Nadine de Klerk added the finishing fireworks with a blistering 41 off just 16 balls, propelling the team past the 300-run mark.

In the second innings, rain again threatened to disrupt proceedings, but the Proteas managed to complete the minimum 20 overs required to constitute a result. Eventually, South Africa won by 150 runs (DLS method) — a victory that also sealed Pakistan’s elimination from the tournament.

🏟️ World Cup Semifinal and Final Venues Announced

Following Pakistan’s exit, the ICC officially confirmed the venues for the semifinal and final of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025:

• First Semifinal: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
• Second Semifinal: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai (already confirmed earlier)
• Final: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai

The decision was finalized after it became clear that Pakistan would not advance to the knockout stage. Their elimination ensured there was no longer a need for neutral-venue contingency plans involving Colombo.

❓ Why the Delay in Venue Confirmation?

The ICC had initially withheld confirmation of the semifinal and final venues due to the uncertainty surrounding Pakistan’s qualification scenario.

Under a special bilateral agreement between the cricket boards of India and Pakistan, both nations’ matches in global ICC events (2024–2027 cycle) are to be played at neutral venues — a condition first introduced during planning for the Champions Trophy 2025.

Had Pakistan progressed to the knockouts, both the semifinal and final would have been held in Colombo, maintaining the neutral-ground policy. However, with Pakistan out of contention, the ICC confirmed the Indian venues without further delay.

🇿🇦 South Africa’s Campaign Back on Track

The win also bolstered South Africa’s semifinal hopes. The Proteas, led by Laura Wolvaardt, have been one of the most consistent sides in the competition. Their strong net run rate and superior middle-order performances — especially from Kapp, Luus, and de Klerk — have positioned them as serious title contenders.

With the group stage nearing its end, the semifinal line-up is expected to feature India, Australia, England, and South Africa, barring any major upsets in the remaining fixtures.

📅 Women’s World Cup 2025 Knockout Stage Schedule

• 1st Semifinal: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati – TBA
• 2nd Semifinal: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai – TBA
• Final: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai – TBA

(Exact dates and matchups to be confirmed following the conclusion of the group stage.)

📰 Summary

• South Africa beat Pakistan by 150 runs (DLS method) in a rain-hit match.
• Pakistan officially eliminated — ending campaign winless.
• ICC confirms semifinal at Guwahati and final at Navi Mumbai.
• Neutral-venue clause no longer applicable with Pakistan’s exit.
• South Africa, India, Australia, and England likely semifinalists.