Harmanpreet Kaur first Indian to score fifties at Lord's in all formats

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Harmanpreet Kaur first Indian to score fifties at Lord's in all formats
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Harmanpreet Kaur became the first Indian cricketer to score half-centuries in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is at Lord's during the opening day of the women's Test against England. She hit 58 runs, contributing significantly to India's first innings total of 285. Smriti Mandhana supported with 83 runs, while England ended day one at 21 for 1, trailing by 264 runs after losing Tammy Beaumont early in their innings. The teams will resume play on Saturday, aiming to shape the outcome of this one-off Test.

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  • Harmanpreet Kaur scores 58 runs at Lord's, achieving a unique milestone.
  • Smriti Mandhana contributes vital 83 runs, helping India to 285 runs.
  • England finishes day one at 21 for 1, needing 264 runs to equal India's total.
  • India's innings included a significant partnership of 89 runs between Kaur and Mandhana.
  • The second day of the Test match will continue the contest on July 12.
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Harmanpreet Kaur achieved a unique milestone by scoring a fifty at Lord's. She became the first Indian to score fifties in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is there. Smriti Mandhana also contributed significantly with a score of 83 runs. India posted 285 runs in their first innings after a strong partnership. England finished the opening day on 21 for 1, trailing by 264 runs.

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