Smriti Mandhana Shines as Second Indian to Surpass 5000 Runs in Women’s ODIs Against Australia
In a remarkable achievement, Smriti Mandhana has become the second Indian woman cricketer to surpass 5000 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). This milestone was reached on October 12, 2025, during a match against Australia at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
Smriti Mandhana’s Historic Feat
During the match, Mandhana scored a pivotal half-century, marking her first significant contribution in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2025. She celebrated reaching the 5000-run milestone by hitting a six over long off off bowler Kim Garth.
Youngest and Fastest to 5000 Runs
The 29-year-old cricketer achieved this remarkable feat in just 112 innings and 5569 balls, making her the youngest and fastest player to reach the 5000-run mark in women’s ODIs. Her accomplishment underscores her talent and consistency at the international level.
Top Indian Run-Scorers in Women’s ODIs
With her latest performance, here is a list of the top Indian run-scorers in women’s ODIs:
- Mithali Raj – 7805 runs
- Smriti Mandhana – 5000* runs
- Harmanpreet Kaur – 4198 runs
- Anjum Chopra – 2856 runs
- Deepti Sharma – 2606 runs
Mandhana’s achievement not only highlights her personal success but also contributes to India’s standing in women’s cricket, alongside legends like Mithali Raj, who remains the highest run-scorer in the format’s history.
