India Women opened at Lord's, recording 11 for 1 after just 2.4 overs. Shafali Verma fell early, struck 1 for 1 from 1.2 overs, while England’s Filer secured a wicket for 1 run in one over.

Mandhananot contributed 3 runs off 4 balls, a strike rate of 75.00. Vermac Jones recorded a duck—0 runs off 4 deliveries—while Bhati remained not out, adding 7 runs from 8 balls, including a single four, for a strike rate of 87.50. The remaining wickets remain to be taken.

England’s bowling figures show Bell delivering 1.4 overs, conceding 9 runs with an economy of 5.40, and Filer taking a single wicket for just 1 run, producing an economy of 1.00. The early wickets suggest England’s attack is applying pressure.

These early developments set the tone for the match. India’s slow start could force a cautionary approach as the innings progresses, while England’s bowling mix indicates a disciplined strategy. The outcome will influence both teams’ momentum as the season unfolds.