Journey to the Semifinals Six Teams Compete for Two Coveted Spots
As the Women’s World Cup 2025 approaches its end, the competitive landscape is heating up. With only nine matches left in the league stage, Australia and South Africa have already secured their spots in the semi-finals. However, six other teams remain in contention for the two remaining coveted slots.
Current Standings and Key Matches
Indore’s Holkar Stadium is set to host a crucial match between India and England, which could significantly impact the qualification scenario. Here’s a breakdown of the teams vying for the elusive semi-final spots:
- India
- Matches: 4
- Wins: 2
- Points: 4
- Net Run Rate: 0.682
India must win all three remaining matches to qualify directly. Any loss could jeopardize their chances, depending on results from other matches.
- England
- Matches: 4
- Wins: 3
- Points: 7
- Net Run Rate: 1.864
Despite being unbeaten, England needs at least one win in their final three matches. Their last games include tough opponents like India and Australia.
- New Zealand
- Matches: 5
- Wins: 1
- Points: 4
- Net Run Rate: -0.245
New Zealand must win both remaining matches to keep their hopes alive but will also need favorable outcomes in other matches.
- Bangladesh
- Matches: 5
- Wins: 1
- Points: 2
- Net Run Rate: -0.676
Bangladesh has a narrow path to the semi-finals, needing wins against Sri Lanka and India, along with other results to go their way.
- Sri Lanka
- Matches: 5
- Wins: 0
- Points: 2
- Net Run Rate: -1.564
Sri Lanka has yet to win a match. They need to claim victory in their remaining games and hope for India’s downfall.
- Pakistan
- Matches: 5
- Wins: 0
- Points: 2
- Net Run Rate: -1.887
Like Sri Lanka, Pakistan must win their last two matches significantly to advance, needing to outscore teams ahead of them.
Qualification Scenarios
The race for the semi-finals is tight, and each match holds significant weight. Here are the implications of the upcoming games:
- If India wins all remaining matches, they secure a semi-final place.
- England needs to win at least once to avoid relying on others.
- New Zealand must secure two wins, plus favorable outcomes from other matches.
- Bangladesh’s path relies on winning their next matches and hoping for help from England.
- Sri Lanka and Pakistan cannot afford any more losses if they wish to qualify.
With the semi-finals looming, the tension will undoubtedly escalate during these final matches. Fans and teams alike await the outcomes that will determine the last two spots in the playoffs.
