England Levels the Series in Rain-Curtailment Thriller

England triumphed over India by eight wickets in a rain-affected women's ODI, leveling the series 1-1. India scored 143/8 in a 29-over format, but rain reduced England's target to 115 runs, which they achieved in 21 overs. Amy Jones shone with an unbeaten 46.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 19-07-2025 23:56 IST | Created: 19-07-2025 23:56 IST
England Levels the Series in Rain-Curtailment Thriller
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In a gripping rain-curtailed encounter, England secured victory over India by eight wickets in the second women's ODI, leveling the three-match series 1-1. The match, initially set for 29 overs per side, saw India score 143/8.

Persistent rain revised England's chase to 115 runs in 24 overs, which they accomplished in just 21 overs. Amy Jones, with a top score of 46 not out, and Tammy Beaumont contributed significantly with her 34-run knock.

For India, Smriti Mandhana stood out with 42 runs. Despite Sophie Ecclestone's best bowling performance for England with figures of 3/27, it was their batting prowess that sealed the match.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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