Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia showcased her prowess with an impressive unbeaten 91 as India surged to 250/4 at lunch on day three against England in the one-off women’s Test at Lord’s. Despite losing key players like Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Harmanpreet Kaur, Yastika’s resilient batting, marked by ten boundaries, extended India’s lead to a substantial 365 runs.
Yastika’s determined innings aims to secure her maiden Test century and a place on the iconic honours board at Lord’s. With support from Deepti Sharma, who remains unbeaten on 10, India’s dominance in the match is evident, putting England on the back foot with a significant lead and a strong batting performance.
Facing England’s bowling attack, Yastika’s composed play saw her reach her second Test fifty off 86 balls, displaying a mix of patience and aggression. Despite surviving some close calls and being dropped on 86, she capitalized on the opportunities, hitting boundaries off the English bowlers to propel India to 250. As England grapples with a daunting chase, India’s commanding position sets the stage for a challenging finale at Lord’s.
