The stage is ready for one of the biggest celebrations in women’s cricket. The Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati will host the grand opening ceremony of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 on September 30. The event will be packed with music, dance and cricket fun giving fans an unforgettable experience. This year, the ceremony is even more special because it will honor the late Zubeen Garg, a popular singer from Assam. Famous Indian singer Shreya Ghoshal and other talented performers will be there, showing the culture of Northeast India while celebrating women’s cricket.
Famous artists from the state, including Angarag Papon Mahanta, Joi Barua, and the Shillong Chamber Choir, will perform a special musical tribute, according to Assam Cricket Association (ACA) officials quoted by PTI. This 40-minute presentation will be part of the opening ceremony and will honor the late Zubeen Garg.
The Guwahati Sports Association (GSA) will give out free tickets on behalf of the ACA. Fans can collect them from the GSA office at Nehru Stadium in Guwahati starting at 10 am on Monday. “To celebrate unity through sport and culture and to encourage everyone to join this global event, we are giving 5,000 free tickets to Zubeen Garg fans for the inaugural match,” official said.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Opening Ceremony Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Opening Ceremony |
| Date | September 30, 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM IST (Ceremony), 3:00 PM IST (Opening Match: India vs Sri Lanka) |
| Venue | Assam Cricket Association Stadium, Guwahati (Dr. Bhupen Hazarika / Barsapara Cricket Stadium) |
| Stadium Capacity | 46,000 spectators (extendable up to 55,000) |
Star Performers – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Opening Ceremony
| Segment | Performer(s) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Main Performance | Shreya Ghoshal | Performs the tournament’s official anthem “Bring it Home”; supported by thematic visuals and on-ground activations |
| Regional Talent | Angarag Papon Mahanta | Popular Bollywood and Assamese singer; performs a 40-minute musical tribute |
| Regional Talent | Joi Barua | Collaborates with Papon and Shillong Chamber Choir for tribute performance |
| Regional Talent | Shillong Chamber Choir | Performs alongside Papon and Joi Barua in tribute to Zubeen Garg |
| Tribute | Zubeen Garg | Musical tribute honoring the late cultural icon of Assam; ceremony redesigned after his passing |
“Bring it Home” – The Official Anthem
The tournament’s official song, “Bring it Home,” performed by Shreya Ghoshal, was released on September 18, 2025. This high-energy composition blends rhythm, melody, and emotion to unite fans across the globe. The song features catchy hooks like “Tarikita Tarikita Tarikita Dhom” and the heartbeat-inspired “Dhak Dhak, we bring it home,” perfectly capturing the fire and dreams of every woman participating in the tournament.
The official music video honors the thriving legacy of women’s cricket, featuring dazzling choreography, archival cricket moments, and vibrant visuals. Shreya Ghoshal expressed her honor in being part of this moment, saying it celebrates “the spirit, strength and unity of women’s cricket”. The song is available for streaming on popular platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, YouTube Music, Instagram and Facebook.
VIP Guests and Special Arrangements
| Segment | Details |
|---|---|
| VIP Guests | ICC Chairman Jay Shah, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia |
| Former Players | Former Indian women’s cricket captains from various eras |
| Special Tribute | Distribution of 5,000 free tickets for Zubeen Garg’s fans |
| Tribute Significance | Honors Zubeen Garg’s memory |
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Opening Ceremony & Broadcast Details
| Region / Country | Broadcast / Streaming Details |
|---|---|
| India | Star Sports (TV), JioHotstar (digital). English + Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada. |
| Bangladesh, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan | Star Sports India (via JioStar). English + regional languages for key matches. |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV & website), ICC.tv (digital). |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV (TV & digital). |
| Caribbean & South America | ESPN (TV & digital), Disney+ app. |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket & Sky Sports Main Event. |
| Australia | Prime Video (live, free with Amazon signup). |
| New Zealand | Sky TV (TV & digital). |
| Pakistan | PTV & TEN Sports (TV), Myco & Tamasha (digital). |
| Middle East & North Africa | Criclife via Starzplay. |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport (TV & digital). |
| Pacific Islands | PNG Digicel (TV & digital). |
| South East Asia | StarHub (Singapore), Astro Cricket (Malaysia), ICC.tv (digital). |
| Afghanistan & Other Regions | ICC.tv (digital). |
| Global | ICC TV – worldwide coverage. |
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Radio Coverage & Commentary
| Region/Country | Radio Coverage / Commentary |
|---|---|
| India | All India Radio – Live commentary in Hindi and English |
| United Kingdom | BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra – Live commentary |
| Global | ICC.tv app – Live commentary and additional audio content |
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Tickets Details
| Ticket Category | Price / Details | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| League Matches (India) – Phase 1 | INR 100 (USD 1.14) – Record low for ICC event | Google Pay users only (Phase 1) |
| League Matches (India) – Phase 2 | Standard pricing (Details TBA) | General public from Sept 9 |
| Free Tickets (Zubeen Garg Fans) | 5,000 complimentary tickets | GSA Office, Nehru Stadium, Guwahati |
| Semi-Finals | Premium pricing (Details TBA) | tickets.cricketworldcup.com |
| Final | Premium pricing (Details TBA) | tickets.cricketworldcup.com |
| Google Pay Pre-sale Window | September 4–8, 2025 (Exclusive access) | tickets.cricketworldcup.com |
| General Public Sale | From September 9, 2025 | tickets.cricketworldcup.com |
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