Filer takes historic first wicket in women's Test at Lord’s

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:32 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Filer takes historic first wicket in women's Test at Lord’s

Summary

Lauren Filer made history by becoming the first bowler to take a wicket in the inaugural women's Test at Lord's. On the opening morning of the one-off Test, Filer dismissed Shafali Verma for 0, marking a significant milestone in cricket. This match is being watched as it sets a precedent for women's cricket at the iconic venue. As the game progresses, it remains to be seen how both teams perform throughout the day.

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Key Details

•Lauren Filer claims the first women's Test wicket at Lord's.
•Filer dismissed Shafali Verma for 0 runs.
•The match is the first women's Test at the historic venue.
•This event is part of a one-off Test series.

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10:32 AMBBC Sport — 'A lovely delivery!' - Filer's historic Test wicket at Lord's

What they're saying

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Lauren Filer puts herself into the history books, by becoming the first bowler to take a wicket in the first women's Test at Lord's, as she removed Shafali Verma for 0 on the opening morning of the one-off Test.
— BBC Sport

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