Test matches are a rarity in women's cricket and hence it is not surprising that the Indian team is scheduled to play a four-day Test match against England after years at Wormsley, England from August 13 to 16.

Apart from the solitary Test, the team is scheduled to play three one-day internationals.

Speaking to the media at the pre departure press conference, captain Mithali Raj stressed on the need for more Test matches. "Test cricket is the ultimate challenge for any cricketer.