Women’s World Cup 2025: ICC confirms commentators and broadcast enhancements

Published - 28 Sept 2025, 12:55 IST | Updated - 28 Sept 2025, 12:58 IST

All ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 matches will be produced for live broadcast by ICC TV, ensuring fans worldwide catch every moment as the eight top teams compete in a round-robin format across five venues from 30 September to 2 November.

Each game will be captured by at least 30 cameras and enhanced with analytical tools and visual innovations for an engaging viewing experience, guided by seasoned commentators.

A star-studded, female-led commentary team will provide expert insights for fans. World Cup winners Mel Jones, Isa Guha, Stacy-Ann King, and Julia Price will join former captains Mithali Raj, Sana Mir, Nasser Hussain and Anjum Chopra behind the microphone.

Adding further star power to the line-up are ICC men’s silverware winners Aaron Finch, Carlos Brathwaite and Dinesh Karthik, joined by former international stars Katey Martin, Ian Bishop, Natasha Farrant, Mpumelelo Mbangwa and Russell Arnold.

Completing the line-up are experienced broadcasters Natalie Germanos, Alan Wilkins and Kass Naidoo, alongside emerging broadcasters Raunak Kapoor and Jatin Sapru.

“The Women’s World Cup has become a showcase not just of cricketing talent, but of the sport’s global growth and momentum. To see it unfold across India and Sri Lanka, where cricket is woven into the cultural fabric, will make this edition even more vibrant. The energy from the stands, the skills on the field, and the stories behind the players will make this a compelling spectacle. And of course, I’ll be keeping a close eye on how the defending champions Australia approach the challenge of extending their remarkable record in global tournaments.”

“To witness the Women’s World Cup being staged across India and Sri Lanka is deeply gratifying. It’s not only about celebrating the best in the world, but also about inspiring a new generation of girls who dream of playing cricket. Having been part of this journey as a player, I’m excited to now share insights from the commentary box and shine a light on the players who will shape the future of our sport.”

“Every World Cup is about more than just the cricket. It’s about the journeys, the rivalries, and the way the game continues to evolve. Women’s cricket has taken giant strides over the last decade, and this tournament will be another reminder of how far it has come. The passion of the subcontinent crowds will add a unique dimension, and I can’t wait to be part of telling those stories from the commentary box.”

“The ICC Women’s World Cup is always a landmark occasion, bringing together the best talent from across the globe to compete at the highest level. I have some wonderful memories of playing in this event which has seen some fine contests over the years, and the game is only becoming pacier. I wish all the players the very best!”

“The Women’s World Cup in India and Sri Lanka promises to be a contest full of quality and intensity. Fans will see the established stars they know and love, but also some exciting young talent breaking through. From a New Zealand lens, there’s a real sense of pride in seeing how far the White Ferns have come, and it will be fascinating to see how they carry that momentum into the 50-over format. It’s an honour to be involved once again in such a prestigious tournament, this time from behind the microphone.”

“The ICC Women’s World Cup is the pinnacle of the women’s game, and every edition feels bigger than the last. This tournament is a celebration of the very best players in the world coming together on one stage, pushing the boundaries of skill, athleticism, and resilience. As someone who has worn the England colours, I know how much these events mean to players and fans back home, and I’ll be watching closely to see how they rise to the occasion. It’s an event that inspires future generations and showcases just how far the women’s game has come, and I’m thrilled to be part of sharing that story with fans everywhere.”

ICC TV’s comprehensive production model will enable broadcasters to deliver matches seamlessly, eliminating the need for additional on-site presentation facilities.

In addition to live coverage, viewers can look forward to a 30-minute pre-game build-up, in-depth innings interval programming, and a post-match wrap-up, creating a fully engaging viewing experience from first ball to last.

The world-class production will be supported by JioStar as the production services partner, with NEP supplying equipment support.

The Decision Review System (DRS) will once again be central to the coverage, powered by Hawk-Eye’s Smart Replay system, offering synchronized multi-angle replays for swift and accurate adjudications. Hawk-Eye will also provide Piero graphics for tactical insights and technical analysis.

WTVision will serve as the scoring graphics provider, working in collaboration with Cricviz, who will deliver deep cricket data and analytics to ensure valuable statistical context and compelling storytelling. Quidich Innovation Labs will provide player tracking services and Field 360°, a dynamic virtual field model showcasing evolving fielding positions and tactical adjustments in real time.

Speciality cameras will bring fans even closer to the action. Quidich will deploy drone cameras and a roving buggy cam, while BBG Sports will provide high-speed fixed cameras to capture decisive moments. Spidercam will feature at select matches to offer sweeping aerial angles and cinematic visuals.

Beyond live match coverage, ICC TV, in partnership with JioStar, will produce a vertical, mobile-first coverage for select games. ICC TV will also make available to its licensees a comprehensive suite of additional content through the ICC Content Delivery Service.

This will include player profiles, team features, match and venue previews, and behind-the-scenes content, ensuring fans worldwide enjoy an all-access look at the stories shaping the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 both on and off the field.