India in control as England struggles in Knight and Beaumont's farewell
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026

India solidified their dominance on day three of the one-off women's Test at Lord's, declaring at 341-7, setting England a record target of 457 runs. England finished the day at 130-6, trailing by 327 runs, with both Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight dismissed cheaply in their final innings. England's batting faltered significantly, collapsing to 59-5 before a sixth-wicket stand of 67 provided some resistance. Star performer Yastika Bhatia's century marked a historic moment as she became the first female Test centurion at Lord's. With only one day remaining, England's prospects for a comeback appear bleak as they require 327 runs to win.
- •India declared at 341-7, setting England a target of 457 runs.
- •England closed day three at 130-6, needing 327 runs for victory.
- •Tammy Beaumont dismissed for a golden duck in her final match.
- •Yastika Bhatia scored 113, first female centurion at Lord's.
- •Sophie Ecclestone took 5-118, marking her on the honours board.
- 5:55 PMBBC Sport — England facing defeat in Knight & Beaumont's farewell
"Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight fall cheaply in their final innings for England as India close in on victory at Lord's.
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