New Delhi, July 13: The Indian women’s cricket team achieved a landmark 270-run victory over England in the one-off Test at Lord’s Cricket Ground, marking their first-ever Test win on English soil and their maiden triumph at the iconic venue. The triumph was highlighted by presence of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and ICC chairman Jay Shah, who celebrated the historic milestone from the stands.
“What a moment for Indian cricket! Sachin Tendulkar’s surprise visit to the players before this historic win adds even more magic to the occasion,” Tendulkar said, praising the team’s dominant performance. Former England batter Nick Knight echoed the sentiment, calling it a “defining moment for women’s cricket” as the match concluded with a clinical display from India across all departments.
India Women’s Historic Lord’s Triumph
India registered their first Test victory at Lord’s, securing the second-largest win by runs in Women’s Test history. Kranti Gaud delivered a career-best five-wicket haul, while Yastika Bhatia etched her name in history as the first woman to score a Test century at the venue. Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Richa Ghosh contributed significantly with the bat, guiding India to a commanding total. The match also served as a farewell to England stalwarts Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight, adding emotional weight to the contest.
The emphatic result underscores the rapid rise of the Indian women’s team on the global stage, further cementing their legacy at the “Mecca of Cricket.” This victory marks yet another milestone in their journey towards cricketing excellence.
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