India Seals 2-1 Series Victory in Chester-le-Street

India claimed a thrilling 13-run win over England in the deciding third ODI at Chester-le-Street, clinching the three-match series 2-1. The visitors, already buoyed by their earlier T20 series win, wrapped up their white-ball tour with another dominant performance.

Harmanpreet’s Century Anchors India’s Total

Batting first, India posted an imposing total of 318-5, helped by a series of fielding lapses from England. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front, scoring a commanding 102 from just 84 balls. Her innings was highlighted by a vital 110-run partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues, who chipped in with a brisk 50 off 45 balls.

Openers Smriti Mandhana and Harleen Deol also laid a solid foundation with 45 runs each, giving India early momentum. England’s standout bowler was Sophie Ecclestone, who delivered a tight spell of 10 overs for only 28 runs, though the rest of the attack struggled, conceding over six runs per over.

Early Collapse Derails England’s Chase

Chasing a record target of 319, England got off to the worst possible start. In-form Indian seamer Kranti Goud dismissed both Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones in quick succession, leaving the hosts reeling at 8-2 in just the third over.

Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt and Emma Lamb mounted a strong recovery, building a 162-run partnership that brought England back into the game. Lamb made a composed 68, while Sciver-Brunt was dismissed agonisingly on 98, gloving a catch down the leg side.

Lower Order Fightback Falls Short

After the dismissal of Sciver-Brunt, England needed 121 more runs, and though Sophia Dunkley (34), Alice Davidson-Richards (44), and Charlie Dean (21) tried to keep the chase alive, it became an uphill task.

Dunkley’s run-out in the 40th over further dented England’s hopes. Despite a few big hits from the tailenders, the hosts were bowled out for 305 in the final over, falling short by 13 runs. Goud returned in the latter stages to clean up the lower order and completed a sensational spell of 6-52, her maiden five-wicket haul in international cricket.

India Celebrate Back-to-Back Series Wins

This ODI victory marks India’s second series win of the tour, following their success in the T20Is. The dual triumph highlights India’s growing consistency and adaptability, especially in overseas conditions.

For England, the defeat raises questions ahead of the upcoming Women’s World Cup in India. With no more ODI fixtures scheduled before the tournament in September, England’s coaching staff will need to address issues around fielding, bowling economy, and middle-order stability.

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FAQs

Q1: Who was the Player of the Match in the final ODI?
A: Kranti Goud, with her 6-52, was the standout performer and likely received the award.

Q2: What was India’s total in the final ODI?
A: India scored 318 runs for 5 wickets in 50 overs.

Q3: How close did England get to the target?
A: England were bowled out for 305, just 13 runs short.

Q4: Who was England’s top scorer in the match?
A: Nat Sciver-Brunt top-scored with 98 runs.

Q5: When will England play their next ODI?
A: England are not scheduled to play any more ODIs before the Women’s World Cup in September 2025.