England Women Level ODI Series 1-1 With Eight-Wicket Win Over India at Lord’s

England Women defeated India Women by eight wickets in the rain-affected second ODI at Lord's, leveling the three-match series 1-1. India struggled with their batting on a slow, rain-affected pitch, posting a modest total of 143 for eight in 29 overs, with Smriti Mandhana top-scoring with 42. England's spin bowlers dominated, taking six wickets, with Sophie Ecclestone leading the attack with figures of three for 27. Amy Jones anchored England's chase with an unbeaten 46, supported by Tammy Beaumont's 34, as England comfortably reached their reduced target of 115 in 21 overs. The match featured notable moments including the confrontation between Deepti Sharma and Charlie Dean, recalling a past controversial run-out incident, adding to the match's intensity. The series will be decided in the final ODI scheduled for Tuesday at Chester-le-Street.