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The England women’s team cricket team scripted history by winning against Ireland with a huge victory margin of 275 runs against Ireland in Belfast.
The England team is a formidable force in women’s cricket and had several feats under their belt. The four-time World Cup winners hold a stellar record in 50-overs format in their more than 50 years of ODI cricket history.
Here are top 5 biggest margins of victory for England Women’s Team in ODIs:
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1) (Won by 275 runs) vs Ireland, Belfast – 2024
The 275-run victory margin is the largest in England Women’s ODI history. England women’s team decimated Ireland in the 2nd ODI of their tour, held in Belfast on September 09, 2024. England set a compelling total of 320/8 in their 50 overs, with Tammy Beaumont leading the carnage. Beaumont’s unbeaten 150 off 139 balls earned her the Player of the Match award, while Freya Kemp contributed a solid 65.
Ireland’s batters were unable to weather England’s clinical bowling attack, as they were bundled out for just 45 runs in 16.5 overs. England’s bowling attack was ruthlessly efficient, with Kate Cross (3/8) and Lauren Filer (3/10) destroying Ireland’s innings.
2) (Won by 239 runs) vs Denmark, Banstead – 1993
At the 1993 Women’s World Cup, England women’s team thrashed Denmark in the 2nd match at Banstead on July 20. Batting first, England put up an imposing total of 286/3 in 50 overs. The innings was anchored by a superb century from Janette Brittin, who scored 104 runs. Helen Plimmer contributed with 77, while Barbara Daniels scored an unbeaten 60 runs.
In response, Denmark’s batters were bundled out for just 47 runs in 33.5 overs. England’s bowling attack devastated Denmark batters, with Carole Hodges (4/3) and Clare Taylor (4/13) leading the charge. The 239-run victory margin highlighted England’s dominance in the sport.
3) (Won by 238 runs) vs Scotland, Reading – 2001
In the opening match of the 2001 Women’s European Championship held in Reading on August 10, England women’s team registered a 238-run victory over Scotland. The English batting lineup showcased their might with Sarah Clarke leading contributing with an unbeaten 66.
Laura Harper made remarkable contributions both with bat and ball, scoring 41 runs and later with an impressive bowling display, returning exceptional figures of 4 wickets for just 5 runs in 5.3 overs. This match showcased England’s depth in both batting and bowling departments, marking them as top contenders for the tournament title.
4) (Won by 230 runs) vs Pakistan, Vijayawada – 1997
England got the better of Pakistan in the 10th match of the 1997 Women’s World Cup held in Vijayawada on December 12. England women’s team posted a huge total of 376/2 in 50 overs. Janette Brittin’s 138 off 124 balls and Barbara Daniels’ unbeaten 142 from just 103 deliveries helped England post an outstanding total.
In response, Pakistan managed to score only 146/3 in their reduced 47 overs, falling short by 230 runs. England’s bowling charge was led by Melissa Reynard (2/36) and Clare Connor (1/14), both maintaining economy rates under 4 runs per over.
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5) (Won by 225 runs) vs South Africa, Lord’s – 2008
On August 08, 2008, England dominated South Africa in the 2nd ODI of the tour. England women’s team set an imposing total of 310/3 in their 50 overs. Caroline Atkins, named Player of the Match, made a magnificent 145 off 155 balls, while Sarah Taylor provided blistering support with 129 from just 133 deliveries.
In response, South Africa managed to score only 85 runs in 39 overs. Katherine Sciver-Brunt led the attack with exceptional figures of 5/25 in her 10 overs, while skipper Charlotte Edwards also contributed with 2/10 in 5 overs.
