England dismiss India for 285 on the opening day of the first women’s Test at Lord’s as the match remains finely balanced after a late fightback. India’s innings ends with India all out for 285, after which England finish day one on 21 for 1 in their response, leaving them 264 runs behind India’s first-innings total of 284. Multiple reports highlight Sophie Ecclestone’s impact with a rapid run of wickets, including three wickets in six balls across two overs, which drives India’s collapse toward the end of the day. The articles also agree that Ecclestone makes a record-breaking achievement: she becomes England’s all-time leading wicket-taker across all formats, moving ahead of previous figures held by other England bowlers. Coverage also notes the historic context of the match itself—England hosts the first women’s Test at Lord’s—and references a ceremonial tribute to the long process that led to women’s Tests being played at the venue. By close of play, England’s innings is underway, but with a substantial deficit, setting up an engaging second day.