Published on: Oct 18, 2025 3:00 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 17, 2025 3:38 pm IST
Up next in ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 is match 20. The co-hosts, Indian Women, will be hosting the 4-time World Champions, England Women, at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. This is a crucial game for the India Women as they are on the cusp of losing their 4th spot on the points table temporarily. English Women, meanwhile, would be hoping to bridge the gap between themselves and the table-topping Australian women. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the IND-W vs ENG-W Match 20 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
The English Women are the 4-time World Champions. Yes, the English Women weren’t at their best against the Pakistan Women, but they know the threat the Indian Women possess. Therefore, expect the England Women to come all guns blazing on a struggling Indian Women’s outfit, who have now lost two games in a row. Expect the win probability meter to favor the English Women in this game. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the IND-W vs ENG-W Match 20 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
IND-W: 38% win chance ENG-W: 62% win chance
The Indian opener is the highest run-getter so far for the side. She has 180 runs to her name from 4 innings.
The Indian wicket-keeper batter is the only one in the eleven who loves to take on the bowlers and score runs at a brisk pace. With a swashbuckling 90+ to her name against the Proteas women, Ghosh will be hoping for more.
The English skipper is the leading run-getter for English Women in this tournament so far with 153 runs from just 3 innings. Expect her to be among runs.
The English wicket-keeper batter has been quiet in this World Cup so far. However, she will be a key figure for sure having scored 362 runs from the last 10 matches.
Check out our prediction for the IND-W vs ENG-W 20th Match of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
India Women find themselves in a tough spot heading into Match 20 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Consecutive defeats to South Africa and Australia have dented their momentum and pushed them down the fourth place on the points table, making the clash against England Women a crucial turning point in their campaign.
Facing the four-time champions won’t be easy, especially with England boasting a well-rounded squad and strong recent form. However, India have the talent and experience to bounce back. Their top order needs to fire with intent, and the middle order must show greater resilience under pressure. Bowling discipline, especially in the death overs, will be key to containing England’s aggressive batters.
With the tournament entering a decisive phase, India Women must find a way to regroup, reset, and return to winning ways. A victory here could reignite their semifinal hopes and restore belief in the squad’s potential.
England Women will enter Match 20 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 with a clear objective: to climb to the top of the points table. Their campaign so far has been marked by consistency, tactical clarity, and match-winning performances across departments. With momentum on their side, they’ll be eager to extend their winning streak and tighten their grip on a semifinal spot.
Facing India Women, who are under pressure after two consecutive defeats, England will look to assert dominance early. Their top-order batters have been in sublime form, while the bowling unit, led by Sophie Ecclestone and Lauren Bell, has delivered breakthroughs at crucial junctures. Fielding, too, has been sharp, adding to their overall edge.
A win here not only boosts their points tally but also enhances their net run rate, which could prove decisive in the latter stages of the tournament. With the table-top position within reach, expect England Women to bring intensity, precision, and a ruthless mindset to this contest. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 76 IND-W won: 31 ENG-W won: 42 No Result: 3 RECENT form ENGLAND WOMEN: L W W W NR RECENT form INDIA WOMEN: L W W L L
A total of 76 times these two sides have squared off in Women’s ODI. The English Women lead this battle with 42 wins, whereas the Indian Women have 31 wins to their name. However, in the last 5 meetings between these two sides, India Women have dominated the 4-time champions, winning 4 out of 5 times.
How will the two teams, i.e., India Women and England Women, fare in the 20th match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025? Let’s take a look.
Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur/Renuka Singh Thakur, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani/Radha Yadav
Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sarah Glenn/Sophie Ecclestone, Em Arlott/Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 20th match of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 between India Women and England Women at the Holkar Stadium in Indore:
At Holkar Stadium, where batting conditions are typically favorable, the toss-winning captain may opt to bat first and set a challenging total. With short boundaries and a flat surface, runs on the board could create scoreboard pressure. Expect the toss to play a key role in shaping match dynamics.
The online live streaming of the 20th match of India Women vs Australia Women will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch this match live on Star Sports Network.
England Women are well-placed to clinch Match 20 against India Women, given their form and balanced squad. With India reeling from consecutive defeats, England’s aggressive batting and disciplined bowling could prove decisive. If they seize early momentum, expect England to dominate and strengthen their push for the top spot. Therefore, as per our prediction, the England women’s team is expected to win the IND-W vs ENG-W 20th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.