Yastika, Kranti inspire India's historic Lord's Test win over England

India scripted history on Monday with a commanding 270-run victory over England on Day 4 of the first-ever women's Test at Lord’s, capping a dominant all-round performance led by Yastika Bhatia’s maiden century and Kranti Gaud's seven-wicket match haul at the iconic venue.On Sunday, India extended their dominance through Bhatia, whose superb 113 anchored the visitors’ second innings. Displaying excellent footwork against the spinners and elegant strokeplay against the seamers, the left-hander became the first woman to score a Test century at Lord’s.She received useful support from Smriti Mandhana, who made a fluent 70, before Richa Ghosh added the finishing touches with an unbeaten half-century that prompted India to declare at 341 for seven, leaving England with a daunting target of 457.England’s bowlers found some reward through Sophie Ecclestone, who claimed a five-wicket haul, while Lauren Bell impressed with crucial breakthroughs.