The unique format of The Hundred Women’s competition is set to return on August 5, 2025, promising a month of fast-paced cricket across the United Kingdom. With 34 matches scheduled, eight teams will battle it out for the title, starting with an exciting opener between London Spirit Women and Oval Invincibles Women.
The Hundred Women’s 2025: Tournament format and teams
The Hundred Women 2025 features eight city-based teams: London Spirit Women, Oval Invincibles Women, Manchester Originals Women, Southern Brave Women, Northern Superchargers Women, Welsh Fire Women, Birmingham Phoenix Women and Trent Rockets Women. The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with each team playing a total of eight group matches, four at home and four away. The matches are strategically paired with the men’s tournament, with a single ticket providing access to both contests on the same day at the same venue.
After the league stage, the top three teams will advance to the knockout phase. The team finishing first on the points table will automatically qualify for the Final, while the second and third-placed teams will compete in an Eliminator match. The winner of the Eliminator will then face the top-ranked team in the Final, which will be held at Lord’s on August 31, 2025, to decide the ultimate champions. This structure ensures a high-stakes finish to the tournament, rewarding consistency while providing a second chance for teams just outside the top spot.
Blockbuster start with the match between London Spirit and Oval Invincibles
The season kicks off with a highly anticipated opening clash between two of the league’s biggest rivals: London Spirit Women and Oval Invincibles Women. The match, scheduled for August 5 at Lord’s, carries an extra layer of intrigue as the two teams met in a thrilling Eliminator match last season, which saw London Spirit emerge victorious on their way to the title. With players like Grace Harris and Charlie Dean for London Spirit and Meg Lanning and Marizanne Kapp for Oval Invincibles, the match is set to be an explosive start to the tournament.
The competition will unfold across eight iconic venues: Lord’s, Emirates Old Trafford, Headingley, Edgbaston, The Kia Oval, Sophia Gardens, The Rose Bowl, and Trent Bridge. Beyond the opening match, the schedule is packed with exciting encounters, including a rematch between the London Spirit and Oval Invincibles on August 25 at The Kia Oval. This promises to be a gripping month of cricket, showcasing the world’s best female talent in the unique 100-ball format.
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The Hundred Women’s 2025: Complete schedule and venue details
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (GMT) | Time (Local) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, Tue | London Spirit Women vs Oval Invincibles Women | Lord’s, London | 1:45 PM | 2:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Aug 6, Wed | Manchester Originals Women vs Southern Brave Women | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 7, Thu | Northern Superchargers Women vs Welsh Fire Women | Headingley, Leeds | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 8, Fri | Birmingham Phoenix Women vs Trent Rockets Women | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 9, Sat | Oval Invincibles Women vs Manchester Originals Women | Kennington Oval, London | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Aug 9, Sat | Welsh Fire Women vs London Spirit Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Aug 10, Sun | Southern Brave Women vs Birmingham Phoenix Women | The Rose Bowl, Southampton | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Aug 10, Sun | Trent Rockets Women vs Northern Superchargers Women | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Aug 11, Mon | Manchester Originals Women vs London Spirit Women | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 12, Tue | Birmingham Phoenix Women vs Oval Invincibles Women | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 13, Wed | Southern Brave Women vs Northern Superchargers Women | The Rose Bowl, Southampton | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Aug 13, Wed | Welsh Fire Women vs Manchester Originals Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 14, Thu | London Spirit Women vs Trent Rockets Women | Lord’s, London | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 15, Fri | Northern Superchargers Women vs Birmingham Phoenix Women | Headingley, Leeds | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 16, Sat | Trent Rockets Women vs Southern Brave Women | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Aug 16, Sat | Oval Invincibles Women vs Welsh Fire Women | Kennington Oval, London | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Aug 17, Sun | Manchester Originals Women vs Northern Superchargers Women | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Aug 17, Sun | Birmingham Phoenix Women vs London Spirit Women | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Aug 18, Mon | Southern Brave Women vs Oval Invincibles Women | The Rose Bowl, Southampton | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 19, Tue | Trent Rockets Women vs Manchester Originals Women | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 20, Wed | Welsh Fire Women vs Southern Brave Women | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Aug 20, Wed | London Spirit Women vs Northern Superchargers Women | Lord’s, London | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 21, Thu | Oval Invincibles Women vs Trent Rockets Women | Kennington Oval, London | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 22, Fri | Birmingham Phoenix Women vs Welsh Fire Women | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
The Hundred Women’s 2025: Broadcast and live streaming details:
- Unite Kingdom: Sky Sports and BBC
- North America (USA and Canada): Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here) and DAZN
- Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean
- The Middle East and North Africa: beIN SPORTS
- Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport
- Indian Subcontinent: Fancode
- India: Fancode, Sony Sports, Sony Sports 5, Sony Liv
- Pakistan: Tapmad
- Australia and South East Asia: FOX Sports
- New Zealand: TVNZ+
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
