The second women’s ODI of the three-match series between England and India will be played at Lord’s on Saturday (July 19). However, rain could spoil the match.
India entered the ODI leg of their tour with a 3-2 victory in a five-match series – their first-ever bilateral T20I series win against this opposition. They carried that momentum into the ODI opener, securing a four-wicket win. Batting first, England posted 258-6, thanks to contributions from Sophia Dunkley (83) and Alice Davidson-Richards (53).
In response, India found themselves reeling at 124-4. Deepti Sharma built a crucial 100-run partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues, who departed for 48. From there, Deepti stayed till the end, guiding India to victory with four wickets and 1.4 overs to spare. Her unbeaten 62 off 64 balls included three fours and a six. Amanjot Kaur from No.8 also chipped in with 20 not out off 14, striking three fours.
India, 1-0 ahead, could clinch the series, though rain may have other plans.
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The toss has been delayed due to rain. The cut-off time for a 20-over-per-side match will be 16:08 local time.
The cut off time for 20 over per side match will be 16:08.
— Lord's Cricket Ground (@HomeOfCricket) July 19, 2025
Hopefully once weather improves, umpires will carry out pitch inspections throughout the day. We will endeavour to keep fans updated. pic.twitter.com/Ti0uXbymrn
ENG vs IND, second women's ODI: What is the weather forecast?
According to BBC Weather, the probability of rain is highest in the first hour, at 90 percent, before decreasing to 68 percent in the next hour. After that, until 7 pm local time, it ranges between 10 and 41 percent. The forecast predicts "thundery showers and light winds".
Though AccuWeather predicts the rain threat will persist throughout the match, its maximum odds aren’t as high as BBC’s. The chance of rain remains at 39 percent for the first five hours before gradually increasing, peaking at 56 percent by 6 pm local time, then dropping again. A "yellow warning for thunderstorms" has also been issued.
According to Google Weather, there is a "severe thunderstorm warning", with rain chances ranging between 10 and 45 percent.
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