The much-anticipated third women's One Day International (ODI) between India and Ireland is underway at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. The match, taking place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, started at 05:30, with India Women winning the toss and opting to bat first. Under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana, India Women have made a formidable start as they face off against Ireland Women, captained by Gaby Lewis. The match officials include Akshay Totre, Kim Cotton, Virender Sharma, GS Lakshmi, and Vrinda Rathi.
India Women have taken the field with determination, currently standing strong at 217 for no loss with 24.3 overs remaining. Smriti Mandhana, the team captain and top scorer so far, has led by example with an impressive 33 runs. The team has also benefited from 18 extras, including 11 wides and four leg byes, adding to their solid score.
Ireland Women face a challenging task as they try to contain the Indian batting lineup. The Irish bowlers, comprised of Prendergast, Canning, Kelly, Sargent, Dempsey, Dalzell, and Delany, have been working tirelessly on the pitch. Among them, Dempsey has bowled the most overs, completing her fifth over as she strives to make a breakthrough.
Behind the stumps, Richa Ghosh is keeping wicket for India Women while Christina Coulter Reilly fulfills the same role for Ireland Women. Both wicketkeepers are playing crucial roles in maintaining their teams' defense as the match progresses.
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