The BCCI will pay tribute to late Assamese singer Zubeen Garg during the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 opening ceremony on September 30 in Guwahati. The event will precede the opening match between India and Sri Lanka.
Initially planned as a grand celebration, the ceremony has been scaled down following Garg’s passing in Singapore on September 19. A 40-minute musical tribute will feature performances by Papon, Joy Barua, Shreya Ghoshal, and the Shillong Choir.
This marks the first time Assam is hosting a World Cup match. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia urged people from Guwahati, the state, and the Northeast to attend and pay homage to the music icon. The stadium is expected to reach its full capacity of approximately 40,000 spectators.
With India playing on the opening day, security has been strengthened with multiple layers and traffic management strategies. The match coincides with Mahashtami during Durga Puja, so additional traffic restrictions will be enforced. India and Sri Lanka are jointly hosting the tournament, with matches also scheduled in Indore, Visakhapatnam, Navi Mumbai, and Colombo.
