Smriti Mandhana during her 41-ball 62 not out at CCI yesterday. Pics/Suresh Karkera

The Indian women's team would have realised their potential yesterday when all departments contributed to finally taste success. The eight-wicket win against England in the last league match of the T20 tri-series at the Brabourne Stadium yesterday was their first on home soil since November 2016. The win also ensured they ended a six-match losing streak across all formats. Although the Indian eves failed to make it to the final, the T20 tournament was a reality check as far as their preparation for the World T20 in November is concerned. What would have hurt the Indian women's team most is the manner in which those losses came about — without putting up a fight. However, yesterday's complete performance would have been pleasing.