ICC to Expand Women's Cricket World Cup to 10 Teams

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Friday that the Women's ODI World Cup will be expanded from eight to ten teams starting with the 2029 edition. The decision aims to build on the tournament's growing success, which saw record-breaking attendance and viewership during the recently concluded 2025 event, won by India. The expansion is a significant step for the global growth of women's cricket, providing more nations with the opportunity to compete at the sport's highest level.