Harmanpreet Kaur Shines with Century as Kranti Goud Claims Six Wickets in IND vs ENG Clash
India clinched a thrilling 13-run victory over England in the third ODI at Riverside Ground, Chester-Le-Street, on July 22, 2025. This win not only secured the series for India at 2-1 but also highlighted the exceptional performances of Kranti Goud and Harmanpreet Kaur. Goud’s impressive six-wicket haul was pivotal in restricting England’s chase of 319 runs, while Kaur’s century laid the foundation for India’s competitive total of 318/5.
### Match Highlights: India vs. England
The match began with India winning the toss and opting to bat first. The opening partnership between Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana set the tone with a solid 64-run stand. Rawal scored 26 before departing, followed by Mandhana, who contributed 45 runs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur then took charge, forming crucial partnerships to bolster the innings. She first paired with Harleen Deol for an 81-run partnership before combining with Jemimah Rodrigues for an impressive 110-run stand. Kaur’s outstanding performance culminated in her scoring 102 runs off 84 balls, featuring 14 boundaries. This remarkable innings marked her seventh ODI century and made her the third Indian woman to cross the 4000-run milestone in ODIs.
### England’s Chase and Key Performances
In response, England faced early setbacks, losing both openers to Goud, who claimed wickets at crucial moments. Despite this, a resilient partnership between Emma Lamb and Nat Sciver-Brunt gave England hope, as they combined for a remarkable 162 runs for the third wicket. Lamb scored 68 runs, but her dismissal by Shree Charani swung the momentum back to India. Sciver-Brunt was the standout performer for England, narrowly missing a century with her impressive 98 runs. She struck 11 fours during her innings before falling to Deepti Sharma in the 35th over. Alice Davidson Richards added a quick 44 runs, but the pressure mounted as Goud continued to take wickets.
### Kranti Goud’s Historic Achievement
Kranti Goud’s performance was a highlight of the match, as she claimed six wickets for 52 runs, sealing the victory for India by dismissing Lauren Bell in the last over. This achievement made her the second-youngest Indian to take a five-wicket haul in ODIs, with only Deepti Sharma achieving this feat at a younger age. Goud’s exceptional bowling played a crucial role in dismantling the English batting line-up, showcasing her potential as a rising star in women’s cricket.
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