Smriti Mandhana Shines Bright, Matches Mithali Raj’s Record for Most Runs in a Calendar Year
Smriti Mandhana has made headlines in women’s cricket, matching a remarkable record held by Mithali Raj. On October 23, 2025, Mandhana’s exceptional performance brought her total runs for the year to an impressive 1,229. This achievement makes her the first woman cricketer to score over 1,000 runs in a calendar year.
Key Performances in 2025
Throughout the Women’s World Cup, Mandhana has demonstrated outstanding form. She has recorded ten scores of 50 or more runs in the year, including:
- 80 runs against Australia
- 88 runs against England
- 91 not out against New Zealand
These achievements have contributed to her stellar average of 75.12 for the year. Mandhana’s recent contributions have established her as a formidable force in international cricket.
Record-Breaking Trends
The following statistics highlight Mandhana’s historic year in women’s One Day Internationals (ODIs):
| Most 50+ Scores in a Calendar Year for India (WODIs) | Year |
|---|---|
| 10* | 2025 – Smriti Mandhana |
| 10 | 2017 – Mithali Raj |
| 8 | 2017 – Deepti Sharma |
| 8 | 2018 – Smriti Mandhana |
Furthermore, with three consecutive scores of 50 or more in this World Cup, she joins Harmanpreet Kaur as the only Indian player to achieve this feat in a single tournament. Their remarkable accomplishments place them in a very exclusive group.
Centuries in a Calendar Year
In addition to her 50+ scores, Mandhana has equaled Tazmin Brits for the most ODI centuries in a single calendar year:
| Most Centuries in a Calendar Year (WODIs) | Year |
|---|---|
| 5* | 2025 – Smriti Mandhana |
| 5* | 2025 – Tazmin Brits |
| 4 | 2024 – Smriti Mandhana |
| 3 | 1997 – Belinda Clark |
Having achieved three centuries in World Cup history, Mandhana now stands alongside Harmanpreet Kaur and is two behind Mithali Raj’s record.
Smriti Mandhana’s relentless pursuit of excellence has not only underlined her individual talent but also set new benchmarks in women’s cricket. As she continues to excel, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate her future performances.
