India-Bangladesh Women's Cricket Series Postponed
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially communicated the postponement of the upcoming women's bilateral white-ball series against Bangladesh. The series, which was a part of the ICC Future Tours Programme, was scheduled to be held in December this year.
Details of the Postponed Series
According to reports, the BCCI sent a formal letter to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) informing them of the decision to delay the series. The tour was supposed to feature three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). The matches were expected to be hosted at two iconic Indian venues: the Eden Gardens in Kolkata and the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack.
While the BCCI's letter confirmed that the series will be played at a later date, it did not provide a specific reason for the postponement. However, it is widely understood that the ongoing political tensions between the two neighbouring nations could be a significant factor in this decision. This marks the second time in 2025 that a high-profile cricket series between India and Bangladesh has been rescheduled.
Broader Context and Implications
The postponement has broader implications for the international cricket calendar. The ODI leg of this series was particularly crucial as it was set to kick off the new cycle of the Women's ODI Championship for both teams. This championship is a key pathway for qualification to major global events.
This incident follows a similar pattern from earlier in the year. In August, the India men's tour of Bangladesh for a white-ball series was also postponed. At that time, the BCCI had stated that the decision was made after discussions between the two boards, considering international commitments and scheduling convenience. That men's series was rescheduled for September 2026.
The Bangladesh women's team was recently in India for the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, where they finished in seventh position. In a twist of fate, their final match of that tournament against India at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. Fans will now have to wait longer for the two teams to face off again on the cricket field.
