India Women One Win Away From Series Glory at Lord’s
Everyone loves a close contest, and that’s exactly what cricket fans are getting in this ODI series between India Women and England Women. The second game of the three-match series is happening at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on July 19, with the first ball set to be bowled at 3:30 PM IST. With India snatching a tight four-wicket win in the opener, Harmanpreet Kaur’s squad is hungry to wrap up the series with a game to spare, while England are fighting to keep the series—and their pride—alive.
India’s chase in the opening ODI had all the drama. Set 259 to win, it wasn’t the openers stealing the spotlight, but all-rounder Deepti Sharma. She steered the visitors home with a calm and composed unbeaten 62 off 64 balls, showing the depth and nerve in India’s lineup. Smriti Mandhana and captain Harmanpreet Kaur provided useful starts, but it was Sharma’s knock that proved decisive when the pressure was on.
England weren’t far behind in the contest. Sophia Dunkley anchored their innings with a half-century, and Amy Jones chipped in, but they needed just a tad more from the middle order. When it came to defending, Nat Sciver-Brunt led with determination, and bowlers like Kate Cross and Sophie Ecclestone showed skill, but couldn’t quite outplay India’s lower order. They’ll be under the pump at Lord’s, knowing a defeat hands the series to India and marks another frustrating outcome, especially after their narrow 2-3 loss in the earlier T20I series.
Line-ups, Live Action, and What’s Next
Both teams are fielding a balanced mix of youth and experience. India Women are sticking with their winning combo, featuring rising stars such as Kranti Goud and Sneh Rana—whose wickets in crucial moments proved pivotal last game. Expect Shafali Verma’s fireworks at the top and Richa Ghosh’s power-hitting if things get tense. With the ODI series on the line, the pressure is on every batter and bowler who takes the field.
On England’s side, Nat Sciver-Brunt’s leadership will be crucial. Players like Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey, and Amy Jones know how to put runs on the board quickly, while their bowling attack, led by Cross and Ecclestone, is always ready for a comeback. Sophia Dunkley’s half-century last time out is a warning sign for India’s bowlers—she can shift gears in no time.
- Where to Watch: The match will air live on the Sony Sports Network on TV in India, with live streaming available on Sony’s digital platform. Fans in the UK and around the world will also have access through various broadcasters and online channels.
- What’s at Stake? India need just one win to take the series, raising their confidence ahead of the upcoming Women’s World Cup. England must win to keep the series alive and erase memories of recent heartbreaks on home turf.
The buzz around this match is real, and there’s no shortage of talent on either side. Will India break through for back-to-back series wins, or will England turn it around on the hallowed turf of Lord’s? Cricket fans are in for a gripping showdown.