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India vs Bangladesh Women’s World Cup 2025: Rain Threat Looms Over Navi Mumbai Clash
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India vs Bangladesh, Women’s World Cup 2
025 – Match Preview & Weather Report
Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Venue: DY Patil Cricket Stadium, Navi Mumbai
Time: 3:00 PM IST | 9:30 AM GMT
Match Preview
As the Women’s World Cup 2025 group stage nears its end, all eyes turn to Navi Mumbai where India face Bangladesh in what could be a rain-affected encounter. Dark clouds hover over DY Patil Stadium, with heavy showers predicted throughout Sunday. Still, both teams will be eager to make a mark before the semifinals begin.
India, already through to the semifinals after consistent performances, will look to balance momentum and player workload before their clash against Australia. For Bangladesh, this is a chance to restore pride after a tough campaign and possibly climb the points table with a win.
India Team News & Probable XI
India might rest a few regulars to manage fitness. Richa Ghosh’s finger injury could see Uma Chetry take up wicketkeeping duties. Amanjot Kaur is expected to return in place of Renuka Thakur.
Probable XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Uma Chetry (wk), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Kranti Gaud.
Bangladesh Team News & Probable XI
Bangladesh’s bowling has been their biggest strength, but their batting lineup needs consistency. They might bring back Fahima Khatun for Rabeya Khan to strengthen the spin department.
Probable XI:
Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (C & wk), Sobhana Mos
tary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nishita Akter Nishi, Marufa Akter.
Match Insights
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India’s spinners have taken 32 wickets in six matches — the most in this World Cup.
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Bangladesh have lost 27 wickets to spin, second only to South Africa.
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India’s catching efficiency stands at 64.2%, while Bangladesh’s is lower at 48.1%.
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Pratika Rawal is just 24 runs away from 1000 ODI runs in 2025, joining Smriti Mandhana in an elite list.The DY Patil surface promises high-scoring cricket — if rain stays away. However, with 75% chance of precipitation, interruptions are likely. Seamers could find early movement under c
Pre-Match Quotes
Aavishkar Salvi (India Bowling Coach):
“Richa’s fine. The medical team is monitoring her closely, and she should be ready soon.”Sobhana Mostary (Bangladesh Batter):
“Our batting has improved since the 2022 World Cup. We’re learning every game and gaining confidence to take on top teams like India.” -
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