India Becomes First Nation to Win Women’s Test at Lord’s, Celebrated by Cricket Icons

In a landmark encounter at the iconic Lord’s stadium, the Indian women’s cricket team emerged victorious over England by 270 runs on 13 July. The event was attended by cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and ICC chairman Jay Shah, underscoring its significance. India’s first innings yielded 285 runs, while England managed just 170. The hosts declared their second innings at 341 for 7, setting England a steep chase of 457. England’s follow‑up innings collapsed at 186, confirming India’s dominance. This achievement makes India the inaugural country to secure a women’s Test win at Lord’s and adds a seventh win to their recent Test record, extending an unbeaten series on English soil.