Summary
England defeated India by four runs in the Women's Cricket World Cup, securing a place in the semifinals. India nearly reached the target of 289 runs but ended their innings at 284-5, marking their third consecutive loss in the tournament. England's win allows them to join Australia and South Africa in the semifinals.
Key Facts
- England won by four runs against India at the Women's Cricket World Cup.
- England's victory secured them a place in the semifinals.
- India scored 284-5 in their run chase, just short of the 289 target.
- Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur scored 88 and 70 runs, respectively, for India.
- England's Heather Knight scored 109 runs off 91 balls.
- England's bowling, including Nat Sciver-Brunt (2-47) and Linsey Smith (1-40), was crucial during India's chase.
- India's loss was their third in a row in the tournament.
- India is in a tight race for a semifinal spot, needing to win their upcoming games against New Zealand and Bangladesh.
