Mandhana Makes History: First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Cricket Formats Against England

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

This landmark moment unfolded during the first T20I clash between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana delivered a breathtaking innings, smashing 112 runs off a mere 62 deliveries.

Leading the team as captain, Mandhana showcased her dominance with a blazing knock that included 15 boundaries and three towering sixes. Her aggressive, yet composed, performance propelled India to a formidable total of 210/5 in 20 overs. This is their highest-ever T20I score against England.

This remarkable century also marked Mandhana's maiden T20I century, completing a rare feat that had eluded all other Indian women batters until now. Her century set a vibrant tone early in the innings. She combined elegance with power and neutralized England’s leading spinners, such as Sophie Ecclestone, with fearless strokeplay.

The innings also witnessed valuable contributions from Harleen Deol, who scored 43 runs off 23 balls, and Deepti Sharma, who remained not out with 7 runs off 3 balls. India maintained a strong run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell emerged as the pick of England’s bowlers with three wickets, but the damage had already been inflicted.

Mandhana's achievement situates her among an elite group of cricketers globally. Only a select few, male or female, have accomplished centuries across all three formats of the game. This milestone is a defining moment not only for her career but also for Indian women’s cricket. It inspires a new generation of cricketers to dream big and shatter barriers.

With this commanding performance, Mandhana has reaffirmed her position as the face of Indian women’s cricket. She is consistent, fearless, and record-breaking.