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

Smriti Mandhana has etched her name into cricket folklore, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve centuries in all three international formats: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

This momentous occasion occurred during the first T20I clash between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana unleashed a breathtaking innings, scoring a scintillating 112 runs from just 62 deliveries.

Leading the team as captain, Mandhana exemplified leadership with a dominant display, smashing 15 boundaries and launching three towering sixes. Her aggressive yet composed innings propelled India to a formidable total of 210/5 in their allotted 20 overs - their highest-ever T20I score against England.

Mandhana's landmark innings marked her maiden T20I century, a rare feat that had eluded all other Indian women batters until now. Her century set a blistering pace early on, blending elegance with power, particularly as she skillfully countered England's leading spinners, such as Sophie Ecclestone, with fearless stroke play.

Valuable contributions also came from Harleen Deol, who scored a quickfire 43 off 23 balls, and Deepti Sharma, who remained unbeaten with 7 runs off 3 balls. India maintained a consistently strong run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell emerged as England’s most successful bowler, claiming three wickets, but the damage had already been inflicted.

Mandhana's achievement places her among a select group of cricketers globally, both male and female, who have accomplished centuries across all three formats of the game. This milestone is a defining moment, not only for her individual career but also for Indian women’s cricket, inspiring a new generation of cricketers to pursue ambitious dreams and overcome obstacles.

With this commanding performance, Mandhana has once again reaffirmed her position as the leading figure in Indian women’s cricket – consistent, fearless, and record-breaking.