The Indian Women’s cricket team has achieved one of the biggest milestones in its history by registering a memorable 270-run victory over England in the one-off Test at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. The remarkable win not only showcased the team’s talent and determination but also marked a historic moment for women’s cricket in India.
The BCCI congratulated the team for their outstanding performance, calling the victory a landmark achievement. Winning a Test match at Lord’s, often known as the “Home of Cricket”, is considered a dream for cricketers around the world, making this success even more special.
The victory highlighted the steady rise of Indian women’s cricket over the years. It also reflected the team’s resilience, discipline and ability to perform under pressure on one of the biggest stages in world cricket. The historic result has further strengthened India’s reputation in international women’s cricket and is expected to inspire many young girls to take up the sport.
BCCI President Mithun Manhas described the win as one of the finest moments in the history of Indian women’s cricket. He praised Harmanpreet Kaur, the players, coaches and support staff for their excellent effort throughout the match. He also acknowledged the contribution of former BCCI Honorary Secretary and current ICC Chairman Jay Shah, saying his continued support for the development of women’s cricket has played an important role in creating opportunities that have led to achievements like this.
BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia also congratulated the team and said the victory was the result of years of planning, investment and support for women’s cricket. He highlighted the BCCI’s efforts to strengthen the women’s game through better domestic competitions, improved professional support and more opportunities for players.
Devajit Saikia also credited Jay Shah for introducing several major initiatives that have helped transform women’s cricket in India. These include pay parity for centrally contracted women cricketers, higher match fees for domestic women players and the launch of the Women’s Premier League (WPL). According to him, these initiatives have created a stronger platform for women cricketers to succeed at the highest level.
The BCCI extended its congratulations to the entire Indian Women’s cricket team, including the players, coaches, support staff and everyone associated with the squad. The board believes this historic triumph at Lord’s will inspire future generations of cricketers and continue to boost the growth of women’s cricket across the country.
With this unforgettable 270-run victory over England, the Indian Women’s cricket team has not only etched its name into the history books but has also taken another big step in establishing itself as one of the strongest teams in international cricket.
