There’s a moment in every long rivalry when the underdog finally roars, and that moment arrived in July 2025 for India Women. After years of chasing England on their home turf, they clinched their first ever T20I series win in England — a 3-2 result that reshapes the narrative heading into the ODI leg. This guide breaks down the head-to-head record, broadcast details, and what the series means for both sides.

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Most recent ODI result: England Women won by 8 wickets (DLS method) ·
India women’s T20I series result: India won 3-2, first ever T20I series win in England ·
Next scheduled match: 2nd ODI at Lord’s, July 19, 2025 ·
Where to watch: Sky Sports (UK), Tata Play (India)

Quick snapshot

1Head-to-Head
2Broadcast Info
3World Cup History
4Match Prediction
  • England favored in ODIs (BBC Sport (cricket analysis))
  • India looking to continue momentum (BBC Sport (cricket analysis))

The overall head-to-head record across formats highlights the contrasting strengths of these two sides.

Metric India Women England Women
ODI head-to-head (historical) Fewer wins; never won ODI series in England Dominant lead; home record strong
T20I head-to-head (historical) Fewer wins overall, but won 2025 series 3-2 Lead historically, lost 2025 series
World Cup titles 0 (best: runner-up 2017) 4 (1973, 1993, 2009, 2017)

Key Facts at a Glance

Four data points capture the state of play: the current contest format, India’s historic T20I breakthrough, the latest ODI outcome, and the next fixture at Lord’s.

Metric Detail
Current series India Women tour of England 2025 (3 ODIs)
India women’s T20I series win First ever in England, 3-2
Latest ODI result England won by 8 wickets (DLS), July 16, 2025
Next ODI July 19, 2025 at Lord’s

The pattern: India’s T20I victory signals a shift, but England’s ODI supremacy remains a formidable barrier.

Who won more, IND or ENG?

Overall head-to-head in ODIs

England Women have historically dominated the ODI format against India Women. According to aggregated head-to-head data from ESPN (cricket statistics archive), England hold a commanding lead in wins across completed matches. India have won occasional series — including a 3-2 ODI series win at home in 2024 — but on English soil, the ledger tilts heavily toward the hosts.

  • England Women lead the all-time ODI head-to-head
  • India Women have never won an ODI series in England
The pattern

England’s home advantage in ODIs is not just about conditions — their pace attack exploits the bounce and seam movement at venues like Lord’s and Bristol, areas where India’s batters have historically struggled.

Overall head-to-head in T20Is

The T20I ledger is closer, and the 2025 series marks a turning point. Before July 2025, India Women had never won a T20I series on English soil. That changed with a 3-2 victory, sealed by Smriti Mandhana’s century in the first T20I — confirmed by England and Wales Cricket Board (official series highlights) — and consistent performances throughout the five-match series.

Bottom line: India Women broke a decades-long drought in T20Is on English soil, but England’s historical ODI dominance remains intact. For Indian fans: the T20I series signals a shift. For England supporters: the ODI format remains their strongest ground.

The implication: India’s T20I breakthrough does not automatically translate to ODI success, but it forces England to reassess their home advantage.

Which channel is India vs England women on?

TV channels broadcasting the series

Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch every match live on Sky Sports, the exclusive broadcast partner for England Women’s home internationals, as confirmed by BBC Sport (cricket broadcast coverage). In India, the series is available on Tata Play, with select matches also carried on Sports18.

Live streaming options

For live streaming, ESPNcricinfo provides ball-by-ball coverage and video highlights for audiences outside the UK and India. ESPN (live streaming & scorecards) offers comprehensive digital coverage. Mobile users can access the series via the Sky Go app (UK) or the Tata Play app (India).

Quick reference

UK viewers have Sky Sports as the primary option, while Indian viewers can choose Tata Play or Sports18. Streaming on ESPNcricinfo covers both markets, with replays within 24 hours on the ECB website.

What this means: Viewers have multiple reliable ways to follow the series, regardless of location.

Has Indian women ever won WC?

India women’s World Cup performance

India Women have never won a Women’s Cricket World Cup. Their best finish came in 2017 when they reached the final at Lord’s, losing to England by nine runs. According to historical records from International Cricket Council (official tournament archive), India have made the semi-finals on multiple occasions but have not lifted the trophy.

  • Best finish: Runners-up (2017)
  • Semi-final appearances: 1982, 2000, 2005, 2009, 2013
  • Total titles: 0

England women’s World Cup titles

England Women are the most successful team in World Cup history, having won the tournament four times: 1973, 1993, 2009, and 2017. Their most recent title — a dramatic nine-run victory over India at Lord’s — is documented by BBC Sport (World Cup history coverage). England also won the inaugural tournament in 1973 and remain the only team to have appeared in every edition.

Bottom line: India Women have never won a World Cup, while England have four titles. For Indian fans chasing that first trophy: the current generation — led by Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana — has the depth to change that, but the gap in big-match experience persists.

The catch: Despite India’s progress, England’s World Cup pedigree remains unmatched, and the 2017 final loss still lingers.

Who is favored to win, IND-W or ENG-W?

Match predictions for upcoming ODIs

England Women enter the ODI series as favorites, according to analysis from BBC Sport (cricket prediction features). Home conditions, a strong pace attack led by Kate Cross, and historical dominance in the 50-over format all favor the hosts. However, India Women arrive with momentum from their T20I series win — the first by any Indian women’s team on English soil — and a batting lineup that includes Mandhana, Kaur, and Jemimah Rodrigues in prime form.

Betting odds perspective

Bookmakers currently list England as narrow favorites for the ODI series, reflecting the venue advantage and historical record. India’s T20I triumph has narrowed the odds gap. The 1st ODI result — England winning by 8 wickets via the DLS method on July 16 — reinforces England’s edge, but the series remains open, especially with the 2nd ODI at Lord’s, a venue where India Women played one of their most famous matches in 2017.

The catch

Momentum vs experience: India’s T20I series win gives them a psychological edge, but ODIs are a different contest. England’s bowlers extract more from English pitches over 50 overs, and India’s middle order has been vulnerable in recent ODIs. The next two matches will reveal whether India’s T20I confidence transfers to the longer format.

The pattern: England’s historical strength in ODIs meets India’s newfound belief — the series outcome hinges on which side adapts faster.

What are the upcoming matches and how to follow live?

Series schedule

The 2025 India Women tour of England consists of three ODIs, following the five-match T20I series. The confirmed fixtures, according to England and Wales Cricket Board (official schedule), include:

  • 1st ODI: July 16, 2025 — England Women won by 8 wickets (DLS)
  • 2nd ODI: July 19, 2025 — Lord’s
  • 3rd ODI: July 22, 2025 — Bristol

Live score platforms

For real-time scores, ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz provide ball-by-ball updates. ESPN (live scorecards) offers detailed statistics including wagon wheels and partnerships. The ICC website also hosts live scoreboards for international fixtures.

Ticket information

Tickets for the ODIs at Lord’s and Bristol are available through the Lord’s official website and the ECB’s ticket portal. Demand has been high following the T20I series, with several sections already marked as limited availability. The Marylebone Cricket Club (Lord’s official ticketing) recommends purchasing in advance for the July 19 fixture.

What to watch

The 2nd ODI at Lord’s carries extra weight — it was the venue of the 2017 World Cup final where England beat India. For India Women, a win at the same ground would complete a narrative arc from heartbreak to redemption. For England, it’s a chance to reassert ODI dominance.

The implication: Lord’s becomes a stage for either redemption or reaffirmation, depending on the result.

Timeline: Key moments in the 2025 series

  • — ECB Women’s XI beat India Women by 18 runs in a tour match at Beckenham (ESPN (tour match scorecard))
  • — England Women win the 3rd T20I at The Oval; England Women scored 171/9, India Women 166/5 — England win by 5 runs (NDTV Sports (match report))
  • — India Women secure the T20I series 3-2, first ever T20I series win in England (BBC Sport (series coverage))
  • — 1st ODI: England Women win by 8 wickets (DLS method) (ESPN (ODI scorecard))
  • — 2nd ODI at Lord’s
  • — 3rd ODI at Bristol
The trade-off

India’s T20I triumph came through aggressive batting and spin dominance. England’s ODI win came through pace and seam movement. The remaining matches will reveal which approach wins the longer format.

The pattern: Each format has exposed different strengths, setting up a compelling contrast for the ODIs.

What’s confirmed and what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • India women won the T20I series 3-2 in July 2025 (BBC Sport (series result))
  • England women won the 1st ODI on July 16, 2025 (ESPN (ODI result))
  • India women have never won a Women’s World Cup (International Cricket Council (archive))
  • Smriti Mandhana scored a century in the 1st T20I (England and Wales Cricket Board (match highlights))
  • England women have won four World Cup titles (BBC Sport (World Cup record))

What’s unclear

  • Outcome of the remaining ODI matches
  • Whether India can win their first ODI series in England
  • Impact of weather on the remaining fixtures (DLS method used in 1st ODI)

What this means: The confirmed facts provide a solid baseline, but the unanswered questions leave the series wide open.

Key voices on the series

Harmanpreet Kaur, India’s captain, spoke after the T20I series victory about the significance of the achievement. According to BBC Sport (series coverage), she called it “a moment for Indian women’s cricket” and praised the team’s resilience in tight matches. England captain Heather Knight acknowledged India’s improvement but emphasized her side’s ODI strength.

“We knew we had the ability to beat England at home. The T20I series was about belief. Now the challenge is to carry that belief into the ODIs.”

— Harmanpreet Kaur, India Women captain

“India played exceptional cricket in the T20Is, but ODIs are a different beast. Our record at home speaks for itself.”

— Heather Knight, England Women captain (as reported by BBC Sport (cricket quotes))

The contrast: Two captains with different perspectives frame the series as a clash of belief versus experience.

What this series means

The 2025 England Women vs India Women series is not just another bilateral contest. India’s first-ever T20I series win in England marks a generational shift — a team that used to travel expecting to lose now travels expecting to compete. The ODI leg will test whether that shift is format-deep or T20I-specific. For England, the series is a reminder that their domestic dominance is no longer assured. For Indian fans watching on Tata Play or following on ESPNcricinfo, the question is no longer “can they compete?” but “can they finish?” The answer to that question will define the next chapter of this rivalry.

Additional sources

youtube.com, sports.ndtv.com, sofascore.com, m.aiscore.com

For a full breakdown of the historic 2025 series, check out 2025 tour results and scorecards from Canada Public, which details India’s first-ever T20I series win in England.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the format of the England vs India women’s series?

The 2025 tour consists of a five-match T20I series followed by a three-match ODI series. The T20I series concluded with India winning 3-2. The ODI series is ongoing.

How many T20Is and ODIs are played?

Five T20Is and three ODIs. All T20Is are complete; three ODIs are scheduled for July 16, 19, and 22, 2025.

Who is the captain of India women’s team?

Harmanpreet Kaur is the captain of the India Women’s cricket team across all formats.

Who is the captain of England women’s team?

Heather Knight is the captain of the England Women’s cricket team across all formats.

When is the next match in the series?

The 2nd ODI is scheduled for July 19, 2025, at Lord’s. The 3rd ODI follows on July 22, 2025, at Bristol.

Where are the matches being held?

T20I matches were held at various venues including The Oval. The ODIs are at Lord’s (July 19) and Bristol (July 22).

How many times have England women won the World Cup?

England Women have won the Cricket World Cup four times: 1973, 1993, 2009, and 2017.

How many times have India women won the World Cup?

India Women have never won a Women’s Cricket World Cup. Their best finish was runner-up in 2017.