Jim Van Wijk

Sophie Ecclestone became England’s all‑time leading wicket‑taker across formats as her late spell helped bowl India out for 285 on day one of the first women’s Test at Lord’s. India recovered through Smriti Mandhana’s 83 and Harmanpreet Kaur’s fifty, but England regained control through key wickets from Issy Wong and debutant Mady Villiers before Ecclestone triggered a rapid collapse. England closed on 21 for one, with Maia Bouchier and Heather Knight steadying the reply after Tammy Beaumont’s early dismissal.

Norway manager Stale Solbakken downplays framing the upcoming World Cup quarter-final against England as a duel between Erling Haaland and Harry Kane, stressing the importance of collective performance. He highlights England’s multiple attacking threats and Norway’s need to stay true to their playing style. Norway faces minor squad fitness concerns but remains confident as the team seeks its first World Cup semi-final appearance.

Sophie Ecclestone became England’s all‑format leading wicket‑taker after surpassing Katherine Sciver‑Brunt during the opening day of the women’s Test against India at Lord’s. Her late surge, supported by debutant Mady Villiers, helped bowl India out for 285 despite strong resistance from Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur. England ended the day at 21 for one after an early loss of Tammy Beaumont.