On the third day of the Test match at Lord’s against England, Richa Ghosh made an impressive catch to dismiss Mady Villiers.
Positioned at silly point, Ghosh caught a drive from Villiers that was aimed towards the covers. Despite sustaining an injury, she held onto the catch, sending Villiers back to the pavilion after scoring 26 runs off 63 balls. Ghosh, primarily a wicketkeeper, showcased her exceptional fielding skills, proving her versatility on the field. This catch was pivotal as it ended the 67-run partnership between Villiers and Amy Jones, marking England’s highest partnership in the match so far.
At the conclusion of the third day, England had a score of 130/6, chasing a daunting target of 457 runs. They require 327 runs to secure victory, while India is just four wickets away from a remarkable win at Lord’s.
Historic Achievements by Indian Players
Indians Create History
Yastika Bhatia and Kranti Gaud made history during the match, marking their names in the record books. Yastika became the first woman batter globally to enter the Lord’s Honours Board, scoring a remarkable century of 113 runs off 158 balls, including 14 boundaries. Thanks to her outstanding performance, India posted a total of 341/7 in their innings, taking a significant lead in the match.
Meanwhile, Kranti Gaud also made her mark by becoming the first woman cricketer to feature on the Lord’s Honours Boards, achieving a five-wicket haul with figures of 5 for 37 in 17 overs. India bowled out England for 170 runs, establishing a 115-run lead. With a strong second innings total of 341/7, India is poised for a potential victory as they aim to conclude the match in the first session of play on the final day.