As the Women’s World Cup 2025 approaches the final matches, India, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are vying for the last semifinal spot. With recent losses eliminating Pakistan and Bangladesh from contention, the excitement in the tournament is palpable.
The Semifinal Race: Current Standings
Australia, South Africa, and England have already secured their spots in the semifinal. This leaves just three teams competing for the final position:
- India: Matches 5, Wins 2, Points 4, Net Run Rate (NRR) 0.526
- New Zealand: Matches 5, Wins 1, Points 4, NRR -0.245
- Sri Lanka: Matches 6, Wins 1, Points 4, NRR -1.035
Implications of Upcoming Matches
India will face New Zealand on Thursday in a crucial match. A victory would ensure India’s progression to the semifinals, while a loss might complicate their chances.
Should India lose, they will need New Zealand to defeat England before hoping to beat Bangladesh on Sunday. Conversely, a washout against New Zealand could still benefit India if they manage to defeat Bangladesh.
New Zealand’s Challenge
For New Zealand, the upcoming match against India is essential. If they lose, their tournament run will likely end. However, if they win both remaining matches, they could still reach the semifinals.
Winning against India does not guarantee advancement, as they would also depend on the results of the England match. A washout against India helps them only if they defeat England in their subsequent game.
Sri Lanka’s Path to Semifinals
Sri Lanka also has a narrow route to qualification. They must overcome Pakistan and hope India loses both of their matches. Furthermore, Sri Lanka needs England to win against New Zealand in their final league stage match.
If both teams finish on six points, Sri Lanka will be at a disadvantage due to their lower net run-rate unless they achieve a significant victory over Pakistan.
Conclusion
The coming matches will be pivotal in determining who secures the last semifinal spot in the Women’s World Cup 2025. With the stakes high, fans can anticipate a thrilling conclusion to this stage of the tournament.
