The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is heating up in India, and all eyes are on Match 8 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. On October 7, 2025, Bangladesh faces England in a crucial group-stage clash that could shake up the points table. With England entering as favorites after a mixed start, and Bangladesh hungry for redemption following their opening loss, this encounter promises high-octane action. Live scores, streaming details, and predictions are buzzing—don’t miss a ball!
Current Standings: A Tight Group Battle
After six matches in the group stage, the table is wide open. Australia leads with two wins, but England and Bangladesh sit mid-pack, making today’s result pivotal.
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +1.75 |
| England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +3.773 |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +1.731 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.349 |
| Pakistan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2.870 |
Table as of October 7, 2025 morning. Full ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 points table updates post-match.
England’s recent win over Pakistan gives them momentum, while Bangladesh stunned Sri Lanka in their opener. A victory here could propel either side toward the top four.
Opta Pre-Match Facts
England enters with a formidable record, having won five of their last seven ODIs (W5 L2). They’ve triumphed in six of their last seven World Cup outings (L1), positioning them to target a seventh consecutive win—their longest streak since March 2009. Bangladesh, meanwhile, has won four of their last seven ODIs (W4 L3), including their historic upset over Sri Lanka.
Opta highlights:
- This is only the second women’s ODI between the sides; England won the first by 100 runs in 2017.
- England has won five of their last seven ODIs (L2), more than Bangladesh’s four (L3).
- Bangladesh’s seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka was their most convincing calendar-year win in their fifth ODI history.
- England’s opening batter Sophie Dunkley (98*) scored 60+ runs in two of her last three World Cup innings (67 vs AUS).
- Bangladesh’s Rumana Ahmed topscored with 54 for her side in their opener—the highest by a Bangladeshi woman in the format.
England’s bowling economy (3.34) ranks third-best among teams at 3.5+ overs bowled, while Bangladesh (3.35) is fourth. Bangladesh delivered 21% dot balls (higher than England’s 14%), but England boasts superior strike rates.
Prediction: England to win by 50+ runs, leveraging their batting depth. Bangladesh’s spin attack could trouble if dew factors in during the day-night game starting at 15:00 IST.
Lions Hold the Edge
History favors England decisively.
Women’s ODI Record:
| Team | Completed Matches | Won | Lost | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
ICC Women’s World Cup Record:
| Team | Completed Matches | Won | Lost | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
England’s lone win came in their 2017 World Cup meeting. Bangladesh will draw inspiration from their recent giant-killing acts, but England’s experience in big chases could prove decisive.
Batting Firepower and Bowling Wickets
England
- Nat Sciver-Brunt (98 in recent ODI):* One away from surpassing Charlotte Edwards (9) for outright second-most 90+ scores in ODIs. She’s scored 98 runs in her most recent innings (22 July 2025 vs AUS).
- Sophie Dunkley: 60+ in two of last three World Cup knocks.
- Bowling duo of Lauren Bell and Sarah Glenn—expect tight lines to restrict Bangladesh’s middle order.
Bangladesh
- Rumana Ahmed (54 in opener): Highest score by a Bangladeshi woman in World Cup history.
- Fargana Hoque: Key anchor, needing runs to stabilize innings.
- Spinners Nahida Akter and Sultana Khatun—their economy could exploit England’s occasional middle-order wobbles.
From tournament player records so far:
- Top Run-Scorers: Sophie Devine (NZ) 117, Tazmin Brits (SA) 106, Ashleigh Gardner (AUS) 105.
- Top Wicket-Takers: Deepti Sharma (IND) 6, Inoka Ranveer (SL) 4.
New Zealand vs South Africa Recap (Oct 6)
In Match 7, South Africa chased down New Zealand’s 206 with six wickets in hand, marking their first back-to-back World Cup wins since 2017. Tazmin Brits (101) and Sune Luus (95) forged a record 159-run stand—South Africa’s third-highest second-wicket partnership in the format.
Post-match Opta gems:
- Brits’ ton is her fifth in ODIs 2025, third by a South African in a World Cup.
- Sophie Devine’s 85 was her 50th+ score in the tournament.
- Brits struck 15 boundaries—most by a Proteas batter in a World Cup innings.
South Africa jumps to second in the table, while New Zealand eyes recovery against Bangladesh next.
All-Time World Cup Glory: Records That Inspire
The ICC Women’s World Cup boasts legendary feats:
- Most Runs: Debbie Hockley (NZ) 1501 in 43 inns (Avg 42.9).
- Highest Score: Chamari Athapaththu (SL) 178* vs DEN (2017).
- Most Wickets: Lyn Fullston (AUS) 43 (Econ 2.35).
- Best Figures: Jackie Lord (NZ) 6/20 vs ENG (1973).
In single tournaments, Alyssa Healy (AUS) holds 509 runs (2022). As Bangladesh chases history, England aims to add to Charlotte Edwards’ 533-run legacy.
Player of the Match So Far and Milestones Ahead
Early standouts:
| Player | Team | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Deepti Sharma | IND | 1 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | AUS | 1 |
| Marufa Akter | BAN | 1 |
| Kranti Goud | SA | 1 |
| Tazmin Brits | SA | 1 |
Upcoming milestones:
- Suzie Bates (989): 11 runs from 1000 World Cup runs.
- Smriti Mandhana (4919): 81 from 5000 ODI runs.
- Sophie Devine (861): 19 from 1000 ODI runs.
- Deepti Sharma (140 wkts): 4 from 150 ODI wickets.
What’s Next in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025?
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 | Australia vs SA | Visakhapatnam |
| 10/10/2025 | NZ vs SL | Guwahati |
| 12/10/2025 | India vs AUS | Visakhapatnam |
| … | (Full fixtures on ICC site) | … |
Knockouts start October 30 in Mumbai. Tickets are selling fast—catch India vs Pakistan highlights from Oct 5, where India won by 88 runs.
