Wed Jan 15 17:08:05 UTC 2025: ## Rawal Shatters Record, Leads India to Victory Over Ireland
**New Delhi, January 15, 2025** – Pratika Rawal, a 24-year-old opening batter for the Indian Women’s cricket team, has cemented her place as a rising star, smashing a record-breaking 154 runs in the final ODI against Ireland today. This innings not only secured India’s victory but also made Rawal the first Indian woman to score the highest individual ODI score on home soil, surpassing Smriti Mandhana’s previous record of 136 runs.
Rawal’s impressive 154-run knock, achieved off 129 balls at a strike rate of 119.38, included 20 fours and a six. Her exceptional performance earned her both the Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards. The young batter, who is also a psychology student from Delhi, has consistently impressed throughout the series, showcasing exceptional talent and a bright future in international cricket.
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