Smriti Mandhana Makes History: First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Cricket Formats

Smriti Mandhana, the dynamic Indian batter, has achieved a monumental feat, becoming the first Indian woman cricketer to score centuries in all three international formats: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

This remarkable accomplishment occurred during the first T20I match between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana delivered a breathtaking innings, scoring 112 runs off just 62 balls.

As captain, Mandhana led from the front, showcasing a dominant performance that included 15 fours and three towering sixes. Her aggressive yet composed innings propelled India to a formidable total of 210/5 in 20 overs, marking their highest-ever T20I score against England.

Mandhana's historic knock was also her maiden T20I century, a milestone that had previously eluded all other Indian women batters. She established the tone early, blending elegance with power, skillfully neutralizing England’s key spinners, such as Sophie Ecclestone, with fearless strokeplay.

Valuable contributions also came from Harleen Deol (43 off 23) and Deepti Sharma (7 not out off 3), ensuring India maintained a strong run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell was the most successful of England’s bowlers, taking three wickets.

Mandhana’s achievement places her among a select group of cricketers globally – both male and female – who have achieved centuries across all three formats. This milestone marks a significant moment not only for her career but also for Indian women’s cricket, inspiring a new generation of cricketers to pursue their dreams and overcome obstacles.

With this commanding performance, Mandhana has solidified her position as the face of Indian women’s cricket, demonstrating consistency, fearlessness, and a knack for breaking records.