Indore, Oct. 19 -- England veteran all-rounder Heather Knight marked her 300th international appearance in style, smashing a brilliant century against hosts India in the ICC Women's World Cup group-stage clash at the Holkar Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

Knight's classy 109 off just 91 deliveries, laced with fifteen fours and a six, guided England to a competitive total of 288/8 in 50 overs.

Earlier, England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and opted to bat first. Openers Tammy Beaumont (22) and Amy Jones (56) gave England a solid foundation, adding 73 runs for the opening wicket before Deepti Sharma provided India their first breakthrough. The all-rounder soon dismissed Jones as well, swinging the momentum briefly back India's way.

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