India defeated the West Indies by 115 runs, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series with one match remaining. India posted an imposing 358/5, led by Harleen Deol’s maiden century. She was supported by three half-centurions: Pratika Rawal (76), Smriti Mandhana (53), and Jemimah Rodrigues (52). Deol’s knock, coming after a knee injury that kept her out for months, was crucial. She was dropped on 20 by Deandra Dottin but went on to score 115 off 98 balls, building momentum in the final overs with a quick shift in gears.
In reply, West Indies managed 238, despite a valiant 106 from Hayley Matthews. Matthews was left stranded without significant support from her teammates, with only Shemaine Campbelle (38) providing some resistance in a 112-run fifth-wicket partnership. The West Indies’ response was cautious early on, with three maiden overs in the first seven, indicating their survival mentality. Renuka Singh, who had tormented them in the first ODI, struck again to dismiss Deandra Dottin with a brilliant in-ducker.
India’s bowlers, led by Priya Mishra, Deepti Sharma, and Renuka, exploited the conditions effectively. Mishra took 3-49, while Rawal and Deepti claimed two wickets each. India’s total of 184 runs in the last 20 overs, powered by Rodrigues and Deol, helped seal a comprehensive victory.
Rawal impressed with both bat and ball, contributing 76 runs and taking two wickets. Her performance, alongside a solid all-around effort from India, secured their dominant win. Deol’s exceptional innings was the standout moment of the day.
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