India claims emphatic victory over England in Test at Lord's

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

India claims emphatic victory over England in Test at Lord's
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In a dominant display at Lord's, India secured a comprehensive 270-run victory over England in a one-off women's Test on July 13, 2026. England was bowled out for 186 before lunch on the final day, having started at 130-6 and needing 328 runs for victory. Overnight batter Amy Jones was dismissed for 54, and the Indian spinners took control, particularly Sneh Rana, who picked up 4-42. England struggled with bat and ball, marking their second-heaviest defeat in Test history and ending the careers of captain Heather Knight and batter Tammy Beaumont. The team now shifts focus to The Hundred starting July 21 and a white-ball series against Ireland in September.

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  • India scored 285 and 341-7 declared.
  • England made 170 and 186 in their innings.
  • Sophie Ecclestone scored 50 and took five wickets in the match.
  • Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont ended their international careers.
  • England will play in The Hundred starting July 21.
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England are bowled out for 186 before lunch on the final day of the Lord's Test as India win by 270 runs.

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