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ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: Top-Ranked Stars from India, Australia, and More
The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 kicks off in just under two weeks, bringing exciting action to India and Sri Lanka. As teams gear up for the big tournament, let’s spotlight the top-ranked players from each nation in the latest ICC Women’s ODI Rankings. These stars will shine with bat, ball, and all-round skills—perfect for fans searching for Women’s World Cup predictions and player highlights.
India’s Key Players
India eyes their first-ever home World Cup title, and their top performers lead the charge.
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Batter: Smriti Mandhana (Ranked 1)
Smriti Mandhana tops the ICC batter rankings and remains India’s go-to opener with over 100 ODIs under her belt. As vice-captain to Harmanpreet Kaur, she offers smart on-field advice. In two previous Women’s World Cups, the left-hander has scored 559 runs in 16 matches. Expect her to fire up India’s campaign on home soil. -
Bowler: Deepti Sharma (Ranked 7)
Deepti Sharma heads into her third World Cup as India’s stylish spinner. She has taken 14 wickets in 14 ODI World Cup games and plays a huge role in team strategy. Watch her spin her magic at home. -
All-Rounder: Deepti Sharma (Ranked 4)
Deepti doesn’t stop at bowling—she’s a reliable batter too. Her 278 runs in the 2017 and 2022 World Cups show her clutch performances down the order. -
Australia’s Powerhouse Lineup
Australia, the defending champions, boast legends ready to retain their crown in the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup.
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Batter: Ellyse Perry (Ranked 4)
At 34, Ellyse Perry enters her fifth World Cup, becoming the first Australian woman to do so. She’s an all-time great with 673 runs at a 56.08 average in 25 World Cup matches, plus 31 wickets. Her all-round impact makes her a must-watch. -
Bowler: Ash Gardner (Ranked 2)
Ash Gardner’s spin has claimed 101 ODI wickets in 77 games. In her third World Cup, she snagged 18 wickets across 15 matches in 2017 and 2022. The 28-year-old drives Australia’s bowling attack. -
All-Rounder: Ash Gardner (Ranked 1)
Gardner shines with the bat too, especially in the middle order. Her World Cup tally includes 134 runs in two tournaments, highlighted by a quick 48* off 18 balls against New Zealand in 2022.
Bangladesh’s Rising Stars
Bangladesh brings fresh energy to the tournament, led by experienced hands.
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Batter: Nigar Sultana Joty (Ranked 27)
Captain Nigar Sultana Joty anchors the batting with over 1,300 ODI runs. She leads the team for the second straight World Cup and stays their steady force. -
Bowler: Nahida Akter (Ranked 9)
Left-arm spinner Nahida Akter has 69 wickets in 54 ODIs and broke into the top 10. She grabbed five wickets in the 2022 World Cup and heads Bangladesh’s spin department. -
All-Rounder: Marufa Akter (Ranked 32)
At 20, pace bowler Marufa Akter emerges as Bangladesh’s future star. Her raw speed promises big things in the 2025 event.
England’s Dynamic Duo
England, with a strong history, relies on versatile leaders for World Cup glory.
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Batter: Nat Sciver-Brunt (Ranked 2)
New all-format captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has 4,092 ODI runs at a 46.50 average. In World Cups, she’s smashed 805 runs in 18 games, including four centuries—like her 148* in the 2022 final against Australia. -
Bowler: Sophie Ecclestone (Ranked 1)
World No. 1 bowler Sophie Ecclestone has 125 wickets in 75 ODIs at a 19.79 average. In her second World Cup, she took 21 wickets in nine games in 2022, including a stunning 6/36 in the semi-final. -
All-Rounder: Nat Sciver-Brunt (Ranked 8)
Sciver-Brunt bowls handy medium pace too, with 79 ODI wickets total (11 in World Cups). At 33, her all-round skills make her England’s World Cup centerpiece.
New Zealand’s Experienced Core
New Zealand mixes youth and grit as they chase success in the ODI World Cup.
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Batter: Sophie Devine (Ranked 13)
Captain Sophie Devine nears 4,000 ODI runs with eight centuries. In four prior World Cups, she scored 669 runs in 25 games, including a memorable ton against South Africa in 2013. -
Bowler: Jess Kerr (Ranked 12)
Jess Kerr has 52 wickets in 39 ODIs since her 2020 debut. In her second World Cup, she took five wickets in seven games in 2022 and pairs well with veteran Lea Tahuhu. -
All-Rounder: Melie Kerr (Ranked 5)
At 24, Melie Kerr boasts 2,167 ODI runs and 99 wickets in 77 games. With two World Cups behind her (214 runs and 19 wickets), she’s New Zealand’s rising all-round hope.
Pakistan’s Consistent Fighters
Pakistan counts on reliability and youth to make waves.
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Batter: Sidra Amin (Ranked 23)
Sidra Amin, Pakistan’s top ODI batter, has nearly 2,000 runs and four centuries. She hit a World Cup 104 against Bangladesh in 2022 and will steady the innings again. -
Bowler: Nashra Sandhu (Ranked 13)
Left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu enters her third World Cup with 98 ODI wickets in 72 games. She took 16 in 13 World Cup matches (2017 and 2022) and shines as Pakistan’s key bowler. -
All-Rounder: Fatima Sana (Ranked 17)
At 23, captain Fatima Sana has 63 wickets and nearly 600 runs in ODIs. Her 2022 World Cup stint as a teen showed her match-winning pace and lower-order power.
South Africa’s Trophy Hunters
South Africa pushes for their first World Cup win with elegant stars.
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Batter: Laura Wolvaardt (Ranked 3)
Captain Laura Wolvaardt, a top opener, has 4,519 runs in 107 ODIs at nearly 50. In the 2022 World Cup, she led with 433 runs; her total World Cup haul is 757 in 15 games. -
Bowler: Marizanne Kapp (Ranked 6)
Veteran Marizanne Kapp has 167 ODI wickets in 151 games and enters her fifth World Cup. Her 5/45 against England in 2022 stands out, with 32 wickets in 22 World Cup matches. -
All-Rounder: Marizanne Kapp (Ranked 3)
Kapp adds 3,182 ODI runs, including a World Cup century. At 35, her 451 World Cup runs make her vital for South Africa’s dreams.
Sri Lanka’s Bold Leaders
Hosts Sri Lanka banks on firepower for their maiden title.
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Batter: Chamari Athapaththu (Ranked 9)
Captain Chamari Athapaththu returns for her third World Cup after missing 2022. She has 509 runs in 14 games, including a record 178* against Australia in 2017, plus over 3,800 ODI runs total. -
Bowler: Inoka Ranaweera (Ranked 28)
Experienced left-arm spinner Inoka Ranaweera has 80 wickets in 80 ODIs. In two prior World Cups, she took nine wickets and controls the middle overs. -
All-Rounder: Chamari Athapaththu (Ranked 7)
Athapaththu grabs 45 ODI wickets alongside her batting. Her game-changing skills keep Sri Lanka competitive against top teams.
These ICC-ranked stars set the stage for an unforgettable Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Who will lift the trophy? Stay tuned for live updates and match highlights!
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