Sophie Ecclestone and women’s cricket make history at Lord’s as England bowl out India
The first women's Test match at Lord's saw England bowl out India for 285 on the opening day. Sophie Ecclestone made history by becoming England's leading women's wicket-taker across all formats.
Why it matters
This match represents a landmark moment for gender equality in cricket, taking place at the historic 'home of cricket' after years of advocacy.
Sophie Ecclestone celebrates taking the wicket of India's Sayali Satghare on day one at Lord’s. Photograph: Paul Dennis/TGS Photo/Shutterstock Sophie Ecclestone celebrates taking the wicket of India's Sayali Satghare on day one at Lord’s. Photograph: Paul Dennis/TGS Photo/Shutterstock Women's cricket Sophie Ecclestone and women’s cricket make history at Lord’s as England bowl out India Only Test, day one: India 285; England 21-1
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