Guwahati, June 16 -- The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday unveiled the draft schedule for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, confirming Guwahati's role as a key host city.

Four league matches will be held at the ACA Stadium in Barsapara, beginning with England vs Bangladesh on October 7 (3 PM). England will return to face Sri Lanka on October 11, while the highlight for local fans will be India's face-off with New Zealand on October 23.

Guwahati's final league match will be England vs New Zealand on October 26 (11 AM).

Significantly, Guwahati is also in line to host the first semifinal on October 29, but only if Pakistan fails to qualify. This could give Indian fans a chance to watch their team again, should India fin...