Tue Dec 24 09:30:00 UTC 2024: ## India Women Smash West Indies, Equal National Record in ODI Series
**Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago:** The Indian women’s cricket team continued their dominant run in the ongoing ODI series against the West Indies, setting a new benchmark in their resounding victory in the second match. The team amassed a staggering 358 runs for 5 wickets, equaling their highest ever ODI total achieved in 2017 against Ireland.
The innings was fueled by exceptional individual performances. Smriti Mandhana anchored the innings with a stylish 53, setting the tone for a spectacular batting display. Debutant Deepti Sharma also contributed significantly with a remarkable 76 runs, showcasing her immense potential. However, the highlight of the match was Harleen Deol’s maiden ODI century. Deol smashed 115 runs, studded with 16 boundaries, finally breaking her century drought after 14 ODIs. Jemimah Rodrigues also chipped in with a crucial 52-run knock.
Despite captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s relatively modest 22 runs, the other batters ensured India’s total eclipsed their previous highest ODI score, achieving a remarkable feat seven years in the making. The impressive win underscores India’s complete dominance in the series, raising expectations for their continued success.
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