Fresh off a historic 3-2 T20I series win, their first ever against England Women in the shortest format, India Women are all set to clash on the English side for a three-match ODI series. This contest promises high-octane cricket as the two powerhouses of the women’s game transition into the 50-over format. With momentum on their side, India will look to continue their winning ways on the English soil, while England, hungry to bounce back, arrive with a point to prove.
In a landmark achievement, India Women registered their maiden T20I series victory against England, sealing the five-match T20I series 3-2. The series underscored the team’s evolution in the T20 format, marked by key performances across the board. This victory not only ends England’s unbeaten run in bilateral T20Is against India but also marks a defining chapter in India’s push for global excellence in women’s cricket.
Squads:
England Women’s Cricket Team
Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Tammy Beaumont (WK), Amy Jones (WK), Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Kate Cross, Alice Davidson-Richards, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell
India Women’s Cricket Team
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia (WK), Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, N Sree Charani, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare
Players to watch out:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
An explosive top-order batter, Danni Wyatt scored 56 off 37 in the final T20I against India. In WODIs, she brings experience and flair, having played 101 innings, scoring 2038 runs with a personal best of 129. Her aggressive batting style can be game-changing.
Charlie Dean
One of England’s most reliable spinners, Charlie Dean picked up 3 wickets in the fifth T20I, showcasing her form heading into the ODIs. With 72 wickets in 41 WODIs, including a five-wicket haul (5/31), she’s known for her accuracy and ability to break partnerships in the middle overs.
Smriti Mandhana
Vice-captain, Smriti Mandhana made history by becoming the first Indian woman to score centuries across all three formats, with a blistering 112 in the opening T20I against England. Across 102 WODIs, she has scored 4473 runs, with her highest ODI score being 136. Her consistent top-order contributions make her a cornerstone of India’s batting.
N Sree Charani
A breakout star from the T20I leg of this series, Sree Charani led India’s bowling attack, picking up 10 wickets in 5 T20Is with remarkable control and aggression. In the ODI format, she has already played 5 matches, taking 6 wickets, including the best of 2/26. Her form and momentum could be crucial against England’s deep batting lineup.
Pitch:
The Rose Bowl is generally considered good for batting, while pacers have also enjoyed bowling there in the past. The pitch tends to favor batters, but the field also provides assistance for both the pacers as well as the spinners. Bowlers can dominate the game.
Weather:
The conditions are predicted to be cloudy, with temperature hovering around 24°C. With humidity at 49%, and negligible chance of rain, a complete game of cricket is expected.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Charlie Dean, N Sree Charani, Richa Ghosh, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Bell
Match Details:
Date – July 16, 2025
Time – 5:30 PM IST
Venue – The Rose Bowl, Southampton
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
