The Indian women’s cricket team, led by Smriti Mandhana, has created history by defeating Ireland by a massive 304 runs in the third ODI. This victory marked the completion of a 3-0 series win for the Indian team.
The team’s exceptional batting performance led to a record score of 435 runs for 5 wickets in 50 overs, the highest ever achieved by the Indian women’s team in ODI format. This score is also the third-highest in women’s ODI history.
Exceptional Performances
In response to India’s massive score, Ireland’s team managed only 131 runs in 31.4 overs, resulting in a 304-run victory for the Indian team. This is the largest victory margin achieved by the Indian women’s team in ODI history.
The Indian openers, Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana, played crucial roles in the team’s success. Pratika Rawal scored 154 runs in 129 balls, including 20 fours and 1 six, while Smriti Mandhana achieved 135 runs in 80 balls, with 12 fours and 7 sixes. Richa Ghosh also contributed 59 runs on 42 balls. Pratika Rawal’s impressive performance earned her the Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards.
