India Win Women’s ODI Series Decider – Kaur’s Century Puts England on the Back Foot
India sealed a 2–1 win over England in the third and final women’s ODI at Chester-le-Street, emerging victorious by 13 runs and claiming the series. The match featured standout performances that tipped the balance.
🏏 Match Highlights
Harmanpreet Kaur’s century: The Indian captain scored a crucial 102 runs, powering India to 318/5. It was her seventh ODI century and made her only the third Indian woman to surpass 4,000 ODI runs.
Kranti Goud’s six-wicket haul: The young bowler took 6/52, dismantling England’s chase and sealing the win in just her fourth ODI.
England’s fightback: Nat Sciver‑Brunt delivered a near-century with 98 runs, spearheading a 162‑run partnership with Emma Lamb to bring England close—though they ultimately fell short.
🌟 Why It Matters
Captain’s pedigree: Harmanpreet showed clutch performance under pressure, reaffirming her role as India’s leading white-ball batter.
Fielding strengths: India’s athleticism and sharp fielding—highlighted by key catches from Jemimah Rodrigues—proved decisive.
England’s learning curve: Despite losing, England can find optimism in the chase and believe the experience will help them prepare for the upcoming World Cup.
🥳 Post-Match Moment
A heartwarming scene melted hearts when Harmanpreet Kaur praised Kranti Goud, calling her “a star” for her match-winning bowling performance.
✅ Final Takeaway
India claimed the series with a 2–1 victory, thanks to Harmanpreet Kaur’s explosive century and Kranti Goud’s promising bowling. England fought valiantly, positioning themselves as strong contenders heading into the World Cup.
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