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**Smriti Mandhana Sets New World Record in Women’s ODI Cricket**
**[City, Date]** – Indian opener Smriti Mandhana etched her name in cricket history during the Women’s World Cup 2025 match against Australia. Despite missing out on a century, Mandhana achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first woman cricketer to score 1000 ODI runs in a calendar year.
Opening the innings alongside Pratika Rawal, Mandhana provided India with a solid start, forming a century-plus partnership. The dynamic duo dominated the Australian bowlers, showcasing their aggressive intent with boundaries and sixes.
Mandhana’s brilliant innings ended at 80 off 66 balls, including 9 fours and 3 sixes, when she was caught off Sophie Molineux’s delivery. Although she fell short of a century, her contribution was pivotal in setting a strong foundation for the Indian innings.
In addition to her world record, Mandhana also became the fastest woman cricketer to reach 5000 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in just 112 innings. She surpassed West Indies’ Stafanie Taylor, who reached the mark in 129 innings. Mandhana is now the fifth woman and the second Indian to achieve this feat.
Smriti Mandhana’s exceptional performance underscores her dominance in the ODI format and solidifies her position as one of the leading batters in women’s cricket.
**About Smriti Mandhana:**
Smriti Mandhana is an Indian international cricketer who plays for the Indian women’s national team. She is a left-handed opening batter known for her aggressive style of play and consistent performances.
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