India registered a comfortable six-wicket victory over Ireland in the 1st Women’s ODI of the Ireland Women’s tour of India at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot on Friday (January 10). Led by Smriti Mandhana, India successfully chased down Ireland’s target of 239 with 93 balls to spare. Pratika Rawal’s composed 89 and Tejal Hasabnis�?quick-fire 53 not out were instrumental in ensuring the team’s triumph. Earlier, Ireland’s captain Gaby Lewis played a valiant knock of 92, h??elping her side post a respectable total of 238/7.

Pratika Rawal’s match-winning partnership with Tejal Hasabnis

Rawal’s remarkable innings of 89 runs off 96 balls stood as the cornerstone of India Women’s successful chase against Ireland in the first ODI at Rajkot. Opening alongside Mandhana, Rawal showcased her class with a measured yet commanding performance. Her innings, laced with 10 boundaries and a six, ensured India stayed ahead of the required rate despite losing wickets at regular intervals.

She exhibited excellent shot selection and adaptability, handling both pace and spin with ease. Rawal’s 116-run partnership with Tejal Hasabnis for the fourth wicket proved decisive, steadying India after a mid-innings wobble. Her ability to find gaps and rotate the strike complemented her occasional power-hittin?g, leaving the Irish bowlers ??struggling for answers.

Gaby Lewis anchors Ireland’s innings

Earlier, Ireland captain Lewis led from the front with a splendid knock of 92 runs off 129 balls, providing a solid platform for her team. Lewis’ innings was characterized by her ability to hold one end while accumulating runs through elegant drives and well-timed cuts. She found support from Leah Paul, who contr?ibuted a valuable 59 runs ??in their 117-run stand for the fifth wicket.

However, Ireland’s inability to capitalize on this partnership in the death overs cost them a more imposing total. Lewis fell in the 44th over, attempting to accelerate, leaving the Irish lower order with too much to do. Despite their efforts, a lack of boundary-hitting in the final overs meant Ireland finished at 238/7, a target that proved insufficient against India’s batting might.

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India’s all-round bowling performance

India’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to restrict Ireland to a manageable total. Titas Sadhu and Deepti Sharma set the tone with early wickets, while Priya Mishra emerged as the standout bowler with figures of 2/56, including the key dismissal of Lewis. Sayali Satghare?, on her WODI d??ebut, impressed with her economy, conceding just 43 runs in her 10 overs and claiming a wicket.

The bowlers were supported by sharp fielding efforts, including two critical run-outs that kept Ireland in check. While there were occasional lapses in line and length, India’s bowlers adjusted well to the conditions and maintained pressure throughout the innings. This collective effort ensured that Ireland’s batters could not accelerate significantly in the closing overs, setting up a comfortable chase for the hosts.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Richa finishes it with a boundary. A comprehensive win for India. Ireland never had enough on the board for what the track was like. Started well with Mandhana and then Pratika and Tejal did well to ensure almost no hiccups after two wickets had fell quickly. #INDvIRE

— Kartik O 🏏⚽�?(@KOCricket528) January 10, 2025

The way Pratika Rawal has stepped up, Shafali Verma will have to really work hard to regain her position #IndvIre

— Leishemba Rajkumar (@leishembaa) January 10, 2025

Pratika Rawal is a great inclusion in Indian Women team, very consistent and a pure ODI batter, should also be in Tests set up as well !#INDvIRE #INDWvIREW

— Harsh Tegta (@iamharshtegta) January 10, 2025

Brilliant batting performance from Team India 👏🏏#women #cricket #PratikaRawal #INDvIRE pic.twitter.com/Z01S2NsiST

— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 10, 2025

We asked for तोडफोड batting, and #TeamIndia delivered! 🔥

Pratika 89 🤝 Tejal 53*#AaliRe #INDvIRE pic.twitter.com/N1q6Q9kob9

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) January 10, 2025

India women developing some n?ice seam and wrist spin bowling options.

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) January 10, 2025

Really happy for Tejal.

— Krithika (@krithika0808) January 10, 2025

India are now assured of a 2nd place finish in the ICC Women's Championship

It's easily their best ever a very creditable effort considering how much more competitive this edition has been#INDvIRE

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) January 10, 2025

Pratika Rawal Played Really Well Along With Tejal Hasabnis. Both Anchored The Innings & Made Sure Team India Wins The 1st ODI . #INDWvsIREW

— Gaurang Mestry (@Gaurang321) January 10, 2025

That’s it. India take Game One ??of this t??hree-match series. Despite the result, plenty to build on for our squad.

Join us again on Sunday morning for the second ODI.#BackingGreen #FuelledByCerta ☘️🏏 pic.twitter.com/uplrxtTQJb

— Ireland Women’s Cricket (@IrishWomensCric) January 10, 2025

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India‘s women’s cricket team, after a commanding 3-0 ODI series victory over the West Indies, are set to face Ireland in a historic three-match series. This highly anticipated contest will mark Ireland’s first bilateral tour of India, ad?ding a special chapter to the cricketing history between the two nations. The series opener is scheduled for January 10, 2025, at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot.

India’s unbeaten record against Ireland

India boasts a formidable 12-0 record in ODIs against Ireland, underscoring their dominance in head-to-head matchups. The last ODI series between these two sides occurred back in 2006, making this series a long-overdue encounter. Their most recent face-off took place in May 2017 during the Women’s Quadrangular Series in South Africa. For Ireland, this series represents an oppo??rtunity to break their losing streak and make history with their first win against India in this format. All three matches in this ODI series will be played at the same venue, offe?ring both teams consistency in conditions.

Leadership and team composition

Leading the Indian side is Smriti Mandhana, known for her elegant stroke play and consistency at the top of the order. She will be supported by Deepti Sharma, a versatile all-rounder who takes on the role of vice-captain. Ireland, led by Gaby Lewis, enters the series with the determination to improve after a 3-0 whitewash at the hands of Bangladesh. This series provides both teams with an opportunity to test their skills and strategy on a new stage. This series forms an integral part of the ongoing ICC Women’s Championship, where each match carries crucial qualification points for the 2026 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. India will aim to solidify their standi??ng, while Ireland views this as a chance to enhance their credentials on the global stage.

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Ireland Women’s tour of India 2025: Complete schedule and venue details

Squads:

India squad: Smriti Mandhana (c), Deepti Sharma (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Uma Chetry (wk), Richa Ghosh (wk), Tejal Hasabnis, Raghvi Bist, Minnu Mani??, Priya Mishra, Tanuja Kanwer, Titas Sadhu, Saima Thakor, Sayali Satghare

Ireland squad: Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coul??ter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Georgina Dempsey, Sarah Forbes, Arlene Kelly, Joanna Loughran, Aimee Maguire, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Una Raymond-Hoey, Freya Sa??rgent, Rebecca Stokell

Broadcast and live-streaming details

• India: Sports 18, Jio Cinema, Fancode
• UK and Ireland: TNT Sports
• Australia: Fox Cricket (505), Kayo Sports
• USA & Canada: Sling TV �?Willow TV [Sign up here]
• New Zealand: Sky Sports 5

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The third ODI of the India Women’s tour of Australia, played at the iconic WACA, Perth, kicked off with high stakes and expectations. India, trailing in the series, opted to bowl, a strategic decision aimed at leveraging the conditions to unsettle Australia’s formidable batting lineup. The gamble soon paid dividends as Arundhati Reddy delivered?? a stunning spell, rattling the hosts with early wickets.

Arundhati Reddy’s masterful delivery: Georgia Voll dismissed

The Indian bowlers initially struggled to break the solid 50-run opening stand between Georgia Voll and Phoebe Litchfield. Voll, showcasing her talent with an elegant 26 off 30 balls, seemed poised for a big score. However, Arundhati Reddy turned ?the game on its head with a moment of brilliance.

Bow?ling from over the wicket, Reddy unleashed a perfectly pitched good-length delivery that swung sharply back into Voll. Caught on the back foot, Voll misjudged the line, leaving a gap between bat and pad. The ball zipped through ??the defenses, crashing into the stumps. The dismissal, equal parts skill and precision, brought India roaring back into the contest. Voll’s knock, which included four boundaries, ended just as she looked ready to accelerate.

Here’s the video:

Through the gate, a key wicket for India!

Arundhati bowls Voll and breaks a promising opening partnership #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Ica88JBoRY

— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) December 11, 2024

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Phoebe Litchfield and Ellyse Perry falls in quick succession

Following the dismissal of Voll for 26, caught by Richa Ghosh off Reddy, Australia’s innings began to unravel. Phoebe Litchfield, who had earlier looked in good touch, fell next for 25 runs, edging a delivery from Reddy behind the stumps. The pressure intensified as Ellyse Perry struggled to settle at the crease, and her departure for just 4 runs off 14 balls added to Australia’s woes, reducing them to 84/4 in just 20 overs.

With wickets falling at regular intervals, India’s bowlers, led by Reddy and Titas Sadhu, maintained tight lines, preventing any significant partnerships from forming. Despite the setbacks, Annabel Sutherland and Ashleigh Gardener, trying to stabilize the innings amidst the mounting pressure. The Indian fielding side, sh??arp and alert, kept the Australian batters on edge, further contributing to the growing s?ense of urgency for the hosts.

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Australia and India are gearing up for the third and final match of their ongoing ODI series, scheduled to take place at the Western Australia Cricket Association (WACA) Ground in Perth on Wednesday, December 11.

With the series already secured by the dominant Australian side, who claimed victories in the first two ODIs, this encounter off??ers India an opportunity to salvage some pride. India, despite their struggles in the earlier games, will aim for a much-needed consolation win to end the series on a positive note. An improved all-round performance will be essential as they face a confident Australian team looki??ng to maintain their unbeaten record in the series.

India Women tour of Australia 2024: 3rd ODI

• Date and Time: December 11: 04:20 am GMT / 12:20 pm local/ 09:50 am IST
• Venue: W.A.C.A Ground, Perth

W.A.C.A Ground Pitch Report

The WACA pitch, renowned as one of the fastest and bounciest globally, is coupled with an exceptionally swift outfield. Although the surface has somewhat mellowed over the past decade, ongoing endeavors to revive the menacing characteristics of the traditional WACA track? are a prospect that instils fear in batters. The relentless pursuit of reinstating the WACA’s former ferocity poses a formidable challenge for players facing the barrage of rapid deliveries and unpredictable bounce.

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Beth Mooney, Richa Ghosh
• Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll
• All-rounders: Ellyse Perry, Harmanpreet Kaur, Annabel Sutherland
• Bowlers: Megan Schutt, Alana King, Renuka Thakur Singh

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Ellyse Perry (c), Annabel Sutherland (vc)
• Choice 2: Megan Schutt (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc)

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AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Ashleigh Gardner, Tah?lia McGrath, Titas S??adhu, Priya Mishra

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 11, 04:20 am GMT):

Squads:

Australia: Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney (wk), Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McG??rath (c), Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown

India: Priya Punia, Smriti Mandhana,? Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Saima Thakor, Titas Sadhu, Priya Mishra, Renuka Thakur Singh, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Tejal Hasabnis, Uma Chetry

Also WATCH?: Georgia Voll’s spectacular knock against India in the 2nd Women’s ODI brings tears to her mother’s ?eyes

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After a remarkable 5-wicket victory in the opening ODI, the Australia Women’s team is set to face India Women in the second ODI at Allan Border Field on Sunday,?? December 8.

In the first match, the Indian team was bowled out for a meager total of 100, thanks to an exceptional performance by Australia’s bowler Megan Schutt, who claimed a brilliant five-wicket haul. Australia comfortably chased down the target, led by a crucial innings from debutant Georgia Voll, who delivered a standout perf??ormance in her maide?n game.

India Women tour of Australia 2024: 2nd ODI

• Date and Time: December 7: 11:45 pm GMT / 9:45 am local/ 5:15 am IST (December 8)
• Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane

Allan Border Field Pitch Report

Allan Border Field is renowned for its excellent batting conditions. The pitch features a consistently grass-covered, flat surface that provides reliable pace and bounce. Captains who win the toss frequently opt to bat first, aiming t??o post a commanding total on this outstanding batti??ng-friendly wicket.

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Beth Mooney
• Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Tahlia McGrath, Jemimah Rodrigues, Phoebe Litchfield
• All-rounders: Ellyse Perry, Harmanpreet Kaur, Ashleigh Gardner
• Bowlers: Megan Schutt, Alana King, Renuka Thakur Singh

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AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Tahlia McGrath (c), Harmanpreet Kaur (vc)
Choice 2: Ellyse Perry (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc)

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Annabe?l Sutherland, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Kim Gart?h

AU-W vs IN-W, Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 7, 11:45 pm GMT):

Squads:

India: Priya Punia, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Saima Thakor, Titas Sadhu, Priya Mishra, Renuka Thakur Singh, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu M??ani, Tejal Hasabnis, Uma Chetry

Australia: Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney (wk), Annabel Sut?herland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath (c), Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown

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Bangladesh registered a commanding seven-wicket victory over Ireland in the third ODI, played at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. This triumph not only showcased their consistency through?out the series but also secured a clean sweep with a 3-0 margin.

Fahima Khatun shines with the ball

Ireland’s innings began cautiously, but frequent breakthroughs by the Bangladesh bowlers restricted their momentum. Gaby Lewis top-scored with a resilient 52 off 79 balls, including nine boundaries. Contributions from Amy Hunter (23 off 40) and Orla Prendergast (27 off 45) provided some stability, while lower-order runs from Alana Dalzell (19 off 44) and Cara Murray (13 off 9) helped Ireland post 185.

Bangladesh’s bowlers were clinical, with Fahima Khatun leading the charge, claiming 3 for 43 in her 10 overs. Sultana Khatun (2 for 29) and Nahida Akter (2 for 55) also made significant impacts, ensuring the visitors could not capitalize on their starts. Rabeya Khan and Shorna Akter chipped in with a wicket each.

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Sharmin Akhter headlines Bangladesh chase

In response, Bangladesh’s top-order batters exhibited poise and precision. Fargana Hoque and Sharmin Akhter formed a solid 124-run partnership for the second wicket after an early dismissal of Murshida Khatun (8). Akhter’s brilliant 72 off 88 balls, laced with 11 boundaries, was the highlight of the chase.

Hoque contributed a steady 61 off 99 balls, anchoring the innings effectively. Contributions from Nigar Sultana (18 off 18) and Sobhana Mostary (7 off 8) ensured Bangladesh cruised to the target with 12.3 overs to spare. Aimee Maguire was the pick of the Ireland bowlers, takin?g 2 for 38 in her 8 overs, while Prendergast claimed the only other wicket, conceding 17 runs in 5 overs.

This victory solidified Bangladesh’s dominance throughout the series. They had earlier won the first ODI by a massive 154-run margin and followed it with a five-wicket victory in the second match. With this win, Bangladesh concluded the series on a high, registering a whitewash over the touring party.

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