India to host the ICC ODI Women’s World Cup 2025, Sourav Ganguly reacts

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah welcomed ICC's decision to stage the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

After the meeting of the ICC officials on July 26 (Tuesday), the apex board announced that India will host the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. 

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India were keen to host the event: Ganguly 

Ganguly was glad that India won the hosting rights which will enable them to host the mega event for the fourth time in the country.

"We were keen on hosting the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 and we are glad we have won the hosting rights for this marquee clash on the women’s calendar. India hosted the 50-over women’s World Cup in 2013 and the sport has undergone tremendous transformation since then. The popularity of women’s cricket is rapidly rising, and this is a step in the right direction. The BCCI will work closely with the ICC and fulfil all the requirements," said Sourav Ganguly.

BCCI remain committed to women’s cricket: Jay Shah

Shah expressed his 'delight' and stated that they will leave no stone unturned in their quest for a successful hosting of the World Cup.   

“We are delighted to host the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup and let me tell you that BCCI will leave no stone unturned to make it a memorable event for everyone concerned. We are taking several steps to raise the profile of the sport right from the grassroots level and hosting the World Cup will further boost the popularity of the sport in the country. The BCCI remains committed to women’s cricket in India. We have the infrastructure in place, and I am confident we will have a very successful edition of the World Cup," commented Jay Shah.   

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