India completed a commanding 270-run victory over England in the historic first women's Test at Lord's, dismissing England for 186 on the final morning.
Key facts
- India won the one-off women's Test at Lord's by 270 runs.
- Scores: India 285 and 341-7 declared; England 170 and 186 all out.
- England were set a record-breaking target of 457.
- Sophie Ecclestone reached her first half-century in an England shirt on the final morning.
- Sneh Rana took the final wicket, dismissing Ecclestone to seal the win.
India completed a historic and emphatic 270-run victory over England in the one-off women’s Test at Lord’s on Monday, taking the four wickets they needed before lunch on the final day to seal the win.
According to the Guardian, India posted 285 in their first innings and 341-7 declared in their second, while England were bowled out for 170 and then 186. Al Jazeera reported that England were set a record-breaking target of 457 for victory but were dismissed for 186 shortly before lunch on the final day.
The BBC reported that Sneh Rana took the wicket of Sophie Ecclestone to complete the victory, with India taking the required four wickets before lunch to seal what it described as an emphatic result.
England batted long enough on the fourth morning to allow Ecclestone to reach a milestone half-century, her first in an England shirt. According to the Guardian, she celebrated the moment with delight and was embraced by her batting partner Lauren Filer.
The Guardian noted that the famous victory will go some way to making up for India’s failure to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup this month.
The match marked a significant occasion as one of the notable women’s Test fixtures staged at Lord’s, with India producing a dominant all-round performance across four days.
Why it matters
Women's Test cricket is played only occasionally, making a decisive result at a venue like Lord's a notable moment for the sport. India's commanding win also offers a lift after their disappointing World Cup campaign.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final result of the women's Test at Lord's?
India defeated England by 270 runs, taking the final four wickets before lunch on the last day.
What were the innings scores?
India scored 285 in their first innings and declared on 341-7 in their second. England made 170 and were then bowled out for 186.
What target were England chasing?
According to Al Jazeera, England were set a record-breaking target of 457 for victory but were dismissed for 186.