India captain Harmanpreet Kaur commended her team’s top-order batsmen for handling pressure well and expressed the significance of playing at Lord’s cricket ground after India’s remarkable 270-run victory over England in a historic women’s Test match. India dominated the game by scoring 280 in the first innings, with standout performances from Smriti Mandhana and Kranti Gaud, followed by a strong declaration at 341/7 in the second innings.
Kaur highlighted the exceptional performance of the openers, emphasizing their role in easing pressure off the team. She credited their outstanding batting display for setting the tone in the match. The victory at Lord’s marked a fitting end to a challenging England tour for India, who faced setbacks in the T20I series and the Women’s T20 World Cup.
Despite limited exposure to red-ball cricket, India’s success in Tests continued, with Kaur acknowledging the strategic guidance from head coach Amol Muzumdar and the support staff. She praised the team’s collective effort and the experienced support staff for their valuable insights during the match, emphasizing the unity within the squad despite recent disappointments in white-ball cricket.
Kaur also lauded individual performances, particularly highlighting the contributions of Yastika Bhatia and the team’s fielding efforts. She expressed satisfaction with the team’s fielding display, attributing it to dedicated training and the hard work of the fielding coach. The collective effort in the Test match reflected the team’s commitment to performing well in all aspects of the game.
