Sun Jan 12 18:49:27 UTC 2025: **India Women Thrash Ireland Women by 116 Runs in Second ODI**

RAJKOT, INDIA – January 12, 2025 – India Women secured a resounding victory over Ireland Women in the second One Day International (ODI) at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Sunday. India, after winning the toss and electing to bat, posted a massive 370/5 in their 50 overs, their highest ever WODI total. This was driven by a maiden ODI century from Jemimah Rodrigues (102 runs) and a strong 89 from Harleen Deol. Smriti Mandhana also contributed a significant 73 runs.

Ireland, in response, managed only 254/7, falling 116 runs short of the target. Christina Coulter-Reilly top-scored for Ireland with 80 runs, but her efforts were not enough to overcome India’s dominant performance. Priya Mishra took two crucial wickets for India, while Deepti Sharma, celebrating her 100th ODI, claimed three wickets.

The match saw several exciting moments, including several boundaries from both teams and missed opportunities for wickets on both sides. The Indian bowlers maintained a tight line and length throughout the Irish innings, preventing any significant partnerships from developing after the Coulter-Reilly and Paul partnership. India’s fielding was also crucial, with several impressive catches and close saves preventing further Irish runs.

This win gives India an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The final ODI is scheduled for [Date and Time to be added].

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