NEW DELHI: Smriti Mandhana on Friday etched her name in cricketing history by becoming the fastest Indian woman to reach 4,000 runs in international cricket, surpassing the legendary Mithali Raj.
Achieving this milestone in record time, Mandhana continues to cement her position as one of the most prolific batters in women’s cricket.
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Known for her elegant stroke play and ability to dominate bowlers across formats, Mandhana achieved the feat in just 95 innings, significantly quicker than Mithali Raj, who reached the landmark in 112 innings. Her remarkable consistency and adaptability have been instrumental in India’s success on the global stage.
This milestone is yet another testament to Mandhana’s meteoric rise in international cricket. Since her debut, she has been a cornerstone of India’s batting lineup, often leading the charge in high-pressure situations.
Mandhana currently holds the third spot among the fastest women cricketers to reach the 4,000-run milestone in international cricket. The record is held by Australia’s Belinda Clark, who achieved the feat in just 86 innings, followed by Meg Lanning, who reached the mark in 89 innings.
Mandhana got to the landmark in India’s six-wicket win over Ireland women in the first of three one-day internationals at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
Pratika Rawal (89) and Tejal Hasabnis (53* not out) stitched together a crucial 116-run partnership, guiding India to a commanding victory. Chasing 239, the hosts comfortably reached 241/4, surpassing the visitors’ score of 238/7 in just 34.3 overs, winning the match with 93 balls to spare.
