Fifty years ago, India played its first women's Test match against the West Indies, drawing a crowd of 22,000 spectators. The historic encounter, held in 1976, ended in a draw and featured a memorable six by captain Shantha Rangaswamy, marking a milestone for women's cricket in India.
The match showcased the growing popularity of the women's game and set the foundation for future generations. Rangaswamy's six remains a celebrated moment in Indian cricket history.



