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Deepti Sharma Shines as India Restrict England to 288/8 in Women's World Cup Clash
19 Oct
Summary
- Heather Knight's century for England
- Deepti Sharma's 4/51 bowling performance for India
- England restricted to 288/8 despite Knight's heroics
On October 19, 2025, in a highly anticipated Women's World Cup match, England's ever-reliable captain Heather Knight stamped her authority with a splendid century. However, India, led by off-spinner Deepti Sharma, staged a sensational comeback to restrict England to 288 for 8.
Playing her 300th international game, Knight's (109) sweeping prowess was on full display as she laced her 91-ball innings with 15 boundaries and a six, registering her third ODI ton and highest-ever score in WODIs. But it was India's Deepti Sharma who emerged as the standout bowler, with captain Harmanpreet Kaur relying on her seasoned off-spinner whenever India needed a breakthrough. Deepti ended with figures of 4/51, her best-ever in an ODI World Cup game.
The match saw a thrilling battle between the two teams, with England's openers Jones (56) and Beaumont (22) providing a solid start. However, once Deepti and left-arm spinner Sree Charani (2/68) struck, the England batting crumbled under pressure, losing 5 wickets in the last 10 overs.
