Tue Dec 24 16:58:51 UTC 2024: ## India Wins Second ODI Against West Indies by 115 Runs
**Vadodara, India –** India’s women’s cricket team secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match ODI series against the West Indies with a resounding 115-run victory in Vadodara on Saturday. Harleen Deol’s impressive maiden century (115 runs off 103 balls) formed the bedrock of India’s record-equalling 358/5, the highest ODI total ever posted against the West Indies.
Deol’s innings, characterized by skillful shot selection and placement, was complemented by significant contributions from Pratika Rawal (76), Smriti Mandhana (53), and Jemimah Rodrigues (52). Mandhana and Rawal put on a 110-run opening partnership, setting the tone for a dominant batting display.
Despite Hayley Matthews’ century (106 runs off 109 balls) for the West Indies, their chase was ultimately futile. India’s bowlers, led by Priya Mishra (3/49), Titas Sadhu (2/42), and Deepti Sharma (2/40), restricted the West Indies to 243 all out. The Windies were reduced to 69/4 inside the first 20 overs, a deficit they could never fully recover from, despite a late 112-run partnership between Matthews and Shemaine Campbelle (38).
India’s win marks not only a series victory but also showcases the emergence of Deol as a key player, demonstrating significant growth in her all-around game. The Indian team management will be highly pleased with their performance across all aspects of the game.
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