Shafali Verma (96) and Smriti Mandhana (78) shared a record-breaking 167-run opening stand before their phenomenal effort was ruined by a dramatic batting collapse on Day 2 of India Women’s only Test against England Women, in Bristol.
Resuming on 269/6, the hosts declared on 396/9 – their highest ever total against India in Tests, when Sneh Rana (4-131) got Anya Shrubsole (47). Sophia Dunkley, who notched up her maiden fifty in Test cricket, remained unbeaten on 74.
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Verma and Mandhana were toying with the English bowlers before India slumped to 183/5 from 167/0. Heather Knight (2-1), who scored 95 runs earlier in the Test match, dismissed Shikha Pandey (0) and Punam Raut (2) in quick succession. The tourists trail by 209 runs, with Harmanpreet Kaur (4) and Deepti Sharma (0) in middle.
When will Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India be played?
Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India will be played on 18 June, Friday.
Where will Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India be played?
Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India will take place at the County Ground, Bristol.
What will be the match timings for Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India?
Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India will start at 3.30 PM IST on Friday.
Which channel will telecast Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India in India?
Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India will be telecasted by the Sony Sports Network.
How to watch the live streaming of Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India?
Live telecast of Day 3 of the only Women’s Test between England and India will be available on the SONY LIV app.