The opening batter Smriti Mandhana smashed her 8th ODI century and broke the record of Mithali Raj to become the Indian player to have the most centuries during the decider match of the New Zealand tour of India 2024.
Mandhana scored 100 runs off 122 deliveries making a solid stand during the chase of 232 runs. She made big stands alongside Yastika Bhatia (35) and Harmanpreet Kaur (59*) helping the side to series glory.
India soon recovered from the early loss of Shafali Verma, who had been sent out by Hannah Rowe. Known for her power-hitting and elegance at the crease, Mandhana’s innings have often given India strong starts on various occasions. Her Ability to build big scores has made her one of the finest batters.
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Mithali Raj has 7 centuries to her name which was marked by precision, Patience and technical prowess. Her career spanned over two decades and during this time, she held together India’s middle order and inspired countless young cricketers.
Her impact on Indian women’s cricket is undeniable, and her seven centuries stand as a testament to her enduring skill and resilience.
Most Centuries for India in Women’s ODIs
- Smriti Mandhana – 8
- Mithali Raj – 7
- Harmanpreet Kaur – 6
- Punam Raut – 3
With the century in the third match against New Zealand, Smriti Mandhana has become the leading Indian woman to have the most ODI Centuries and Mithali Raj stands second with 7 centuries.
Harmanpreet Kaur is known for her aggressive batting and match-winning knocks. With 6 ODI centuries, she has often taken on the role of a game-changer during crucial encounters.
Her ability to counterattack and play under pressure has made her one of the most exciting players in the lineup.
Meanwhile, Punam Raut has a quiet approach and accumulated 3 centuries. Each of these players has contributed several times to women’s cricket.
