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

Smriti Mandhana Joins Elite Company with All-Format Century

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana achieved a historic milestone on Saturday, becoming the first Indian woman to score centuries in all three international formats of the game: Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).

This remarkable feat was accomplished during the first T20I match between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana played a dazzling innings, scoring 112 runs off just 62 balls.

Leading the team as captain, Mandhana set an example with an aggressive and controlled performance. Her innings included 15 fours and three sixes, propelling India to a formidable score of 210/5 in 20 overs – their highest T20I score against England.

This century was also Mandhana's first in T20Is, completing a rare achievement that no other Indian woman batter had attained before. Her innings was characterized by elegance and power, as she confidently countered England's leading spinners, including Sophie Ecclestone.

Alongside Mandhana, Harleen Deol contributed a valuable 43 runs off 23 balls, and Deepti Sharma added 7 not out off 3 balls. India maintained a high run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell was the most successful of the England bowlers, taking three wickets.

Mandhana's accomplishment places her among a select group of cricketers globally, both male and female, who have scored centuries in all three formats of international cricket. This milestone is a defining moment not only for her career but also for Indian women's cricket, inspiring future generations to pursue their dreams and overcome obstacles.

With this outstanding performance, Mandhana has reaffirmed her position as a leading figure in Indian women's cricket, known for her consistency, fearlessness, and record-breaking achievements.