Ecclestone makes history as England fight back
Summary
Sophie Ecclestone became England's all-time leading wicket-taker during the first women's Test cricket match against India at Lord's. England bowled out India for 285 runs, and by the end of day one, England had scored 21 runs for the loss of one wicket, leaving the match balanced.Key Facts
- Sophie Ecclestone took 3 wickets for 68 runs and reached 338 international wickets, surpassing Katherine Sciver-Brunt’s record.
- India scored 285 runs in their innings, with Smriti Mandhana scoring 83 runs.
- England started batting and reached 21 runs for one loss in 11 overs at the end of day one.
- Tammy Beaumont scored 2 runs in her last international match before retiring.
- The match took place at Lord’s on 10 July 2026 in hot weather conditions.
- Lauren Filer and Lauren Bell took early wickets for England, helping to slow India’s scoring.
- India lost their last seven wickets for 95 runs after strong partnerships in the middle.
- England’s bowling attack was affected by injury and tiredness after playing in the recent T20 World Cup final.
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