The second match of the three-match ODI series between the women's cricket teams of India and England will be played on Saturday at the historic Lord's ground. Led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian team will aim to win this match and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
IND W vs ENG W: The second match of the three-match ODI series between the Indian women's cricket team and the England women's team will be played on Saturday at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground. By winning this match, the Indian team will aim to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. In the first ODI, India defeated England by four wickets, and now the Harmanpreet Kaur-led team has a golden opportunity to clinch the series.
Important Match for the Indian Team
This ODI series between India and England is also considered very important in terms of preparations for the Women's ODI World Cup 2025. The Indian team currently has a b bench strength and squad depth, which is a welcome situation for coach Amol Muzumdar and captain Harmanpreet Kaur. In the first match of the series, fast bowler Arundhati Reddy impressed everyone with her brilliant bowling.
Even in the absence of key bowlers Renuka Singh Thakur and Pooja Vastrakar due to injuries, the Indian bowling performed well. In the first ODI, 21-year-old young bowler Kranti Gaur also proved her worth by taking two wickets.
Competition in Top Order, Shafali Could Pose a Challenge
There is currently a lot of competition in the top order of the Indian women's team. Along with Smriti Mandhana, Prathika Rawal has established herself as a b contender for the opening slot. Meanwhile, Shafali Verma is also a contender for a comeback due to her good form in T20 Internationals, WPL, and domestic cricket.
If Shafali returns, Rawal can be moved to number three, which could make it difficult for Harleen Deol to find a place in the team. Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, and Richa Ghosh are already b pillars in the middle order of the Indian team.
India's Strength in Spin Department
The spin department of the Indian women's team is currently in a very b position. Left-arm spinner N. Sri Charani is consistently performing well. Apart from this, with experienced players like Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, and Radha Yadav, the team has excellent spin options. Deepti Sharma, who scored an unbeaten half-century in the first ODI to help India win, can once again prove to be a key player for the team.
In her previous innings, it was seen that she won the hearts of fans by hitting a brilliant six with one hand like Rishabh Pant. All eyes will be on her performance once again at Lord's.
India Has a Chance to Clinch the Series
The Indian women's team had earlier defeated England in the T20 series. Now, along with winning the ODI series, India will want to strengthen both their morale and confidence before the upcoming ODI World Cup. This series win will prove to be morale-boosting for the team. On the other hand, this match will be a do-or-die situation for the England women's team.
After the defeat in the first ODI, England faces a tough challenge to make a comeback in the series. The England team will have to perform well in all three departments: batting, bowling, and fielding. Especially, the experienced players will have to understand their responsibility and lead the team forward.
IND W vs ENG W Teams
India: Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (Vice-Captain), Prathika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (Wicketkeeper), Yastika Bhatia (Wicketkeeper), Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sri Charani, Shuchi Upadhyay, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaur, and Sayali Satghare.
England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (Captain), M. Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Kate Cross, Alice Davidson-Richards, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Fileer, Amy Jones, Emma Lamb, and Linsey Smith.
