The Indian women’s cricket team stands on the verge of an unforgettable sporting milestone after completely dominating the England women’s national cricket team on Day 3 of the one-off Test match at Lord’s Cricket Ground. Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia emerged as the ultimate star of the day by playing a phenomenal, record-breaking centurion knock to put the visitors in a winning position. Following a clinical batting performance, the Indian management declared their second innings at a massive 341/7, leaving the hosts to chase down a mountainous target of 447 runs. The English top order collapsed entirely under intense pressure against a highly aggressive Indian bowling setup. By the conclusion of Sunday’s play, England found themselves reeling at 130/6, still trailing by 317 runs with just four wickets remaining heading into the final day.
Stumps on Day 3!
A top-class bowling display in the last session to grab 6️⃣ wickets 👏#TeamIndia need just 4️⃣ more wickets to clinch a historic win at Lord’s 🤞
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— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) July 12, 2026
India Women vs England Women Lord’s Test: Rising Star Delivers Historic Lord’s Milestone
The left-hander showcased masterclass composure and defensive maturity as she converted her overnight score into a career-defining performance. Weathering the initial morning conditions against a disciplined English seam attack, she successfully registered her maiden international century in spectacular style. Reflecting on the legendary milestone, the young wicketkeeper became the first female cricketer ever to hit a Test century at the Home of Cricket, earning a coveted spot on the historic Lord’s Honours Board. She eventually departed for a magnificent 113 off 158 deliveries, a knock that included 14 crisp boundaries and put India in absolute command.
India Bowlers Leave England Top Order Reeling
Explosive Lower Order Finish: Following the historic century, dynamic batter Richa Ghosh provided late-innings firepower by smashing a brilliant, unbeaten 50 off just 52 balls to fast-track the declaration.
Early Seam Demolition: Chasing a massive target, England’s top order crumbled immediately as new-ball pacers Kranti Gaud and Sayali Satghare extracted crucial movement.
Spin Web Tightens: Left-arm spinner Sneh Rana and seam bowler Sayali Satghare ripped through the middle order, taking two wickets apiece to leave the hosts facing an inevitable defeat.
Historical Victory Awaits: With England gasping at 130/6, the Indian team needs just four more wickets on the final day to secure a historic first-ever Test win on English soil.
