Sat Jan 11 14:03:15 UTC 2025: ## India Women Cruise to Victory in ODI Series Opener Against Ireland
**Rajkot, India** – India’s women’s cricket team secured a commanding six-wicket victory over Ireland in the first One Day International (ODI) of their series, taking a 1-0 lead. Despite fielding a relatively inexperienced squad, India showcased impressive resilience and skill, chasing down Ireland’s 238/7 with 93 balls to spare.
Gaby Lewis top-scored for Ireland with a valiant 92 runs, including 15 boundaries, partnering with Leah Paul (59 runs) for an 117-run stand. However, India’s Priya Mishra took two wickets to restrict Ireland’s total.
India’s reply was spearheaded by an explosive opening partnership between captain Smriti Mandhana (41 runs) and Pratika Rawal (89 runs), who put on 70 runs in just 10 overs. Tejal Hasabnis further solidified the win with a maiden international fifty (53* runs), ensuring a comfortable victory for the hosts.
The second ODI will take place on Sunday at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot. Indian viewers can watch the match live on Star Sports 2 and Sports 18 2, or stream it online via Disney+ Hotstar.
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