The absence of pacer Renuka Singh has been felt deeply, as India’s attack has lacked penetration despite the efforts of young Kranti Goud. The inclusion of Renuka or left-arm spinner Radha Yadav could bring much-needed diversity. However, India’s batting form is also a major concern. While Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal provided strong starts against Australia, the middle order led by Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues collapsed, losing six wickets for just 36 runs and wasting a promising platform.
The conditions at the Holkar Stadium are expected to favour batters, as previous matches have produced high scores. England, meanwhile, remains unbeaten but has shown vulnerability with the bat, surviving close calls against Pakistan and Bangladesh. Their disciplined bowling, led by Sophie Ecclestone, who is set to return from illness, has been their biggest strength. With England aiming to secure a semifinal spot and India fighting to stay alive, fans can expect a high-stakes battle in Indore.
IND vs ENG, Match Details
Date & Time: 19 October, 03:30 PM
Venue: Holkar Stadium, Indore
Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar (App/Website)
Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
IND vs ENG head-to-head
India Women and England Women have faced each other in 79 One-Day Internationals so far. Out of these encounters, England Women hold a slight edge with 41 victories, while India Women have won 36 matches. Two games ended without a result.
Holkar Stadium, pitch report
The Holkar Stadium pitch is largely flat, offering plenty of runs for batters, but bowlers still have opportunities to make an impact. Pacers can trouble batters early with tight lines and surprise bouncers, while spinners become crucial as the pitch slows down after 12-18 overs. In night games, captains must use spinners wisely before dew sets in, as it can reduce grip and make batting easier in the latter stages of the innings.
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