Mithali's unbeaten 92 in vain

Skipper Mithali Raj's unbeaten 92 went in vain as the Indian women's team lost to England by three wickets in the third one-dayer here yesterday. India still lead the five-match series 2-1.

Mithali Raj in full flow against England in Taunton yesterday. Pic/Getty Images

Put into bat, the Indian eves scored 173 for five in the allotted 50 overs. In reply, England achieved the target with three wickets and 16 balls to spare. Tammy Beaumont (44) was the highest scorer for the hosts.