
Smriti Mandhana, the celebrated Indian opening batter, was on the cusp of etching her name further into cricketing history in early 2025. She was just 42 runs short of becoming only the second Indian woman cricketer to achieve the remarkable feat of 4000 One Day International (ODI) runs.
Celebrating Smriti Mandhana’s Significant ODI Achievements
At the beginning of 2025, Smriti Mandhana was poised to join an elite club in women’s ODI cricket. Needing a mere 42 runs, she was set to become only the second Indian woman, after the legendary Mithali Raj, to cross the 4000-run mark in the 50-over format. This anticipation highlighted her consistent performance and growing stature in international cricket. She successfully achieved this significant milestone, cementing her place among India’s cricketing greats.
Since then, Smriti Mandhana has continued her stellar form. Later in 2025, she further extended her record-breaking run by becoming the first player in women’s ODIs to score 1,000 runs in a single calendar year. Demonstrating her exceptional talent and consistency, she also reached the impressive milestone of 5,000 runs in Women’s ODIs. This made her only the second Indian batter, once again after Mithali Raj, and the fifth overall in women’s cricket history to achieve this feat. Notably, she reached the 5,000-run mark as the youngest and fastest player in terms of innings and balls faced, showcasing her dominant impact on the game.
Her journey is a testament to her skill and dedication, consistently breaking barriers and setting new standards. Smriti Mandhana remains a crucial player for the Indian women’s national team, with her aggressive batting style and leadership qualities making her one of the most exciting cricketers globally.
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