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

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

Smriti Mandhana celebrates her record-breaking century.

The momentous occasion occurred during the first T20I match between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana delivered a spectacular innings, scoring 112 runs off just 62 balls.

Leading as captain, Mandhana showcased her dominance with 15 fours and three sixes. Her aggressive and composed innings propelled India to a formidable total of 210/5 in 20 overs – their highest-ever T20I score against England.

Mandhana's landmark century was also her first in T20Is, completing a rare feat that no other Indian woman batter had achieved. She combined elegance with power, effectively neutralizing England's top spinners, including Sophie Ecclestone, with fearless strokeplay.

Valuable contributions also came from Harleen Deol (43 off 23) and Deepti Sharma (7 not out off 3), as India maintained a strong run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell was England’s most successful bowler, taking three wickets.

Mandhana’s achievement places her among the elite cricketers globally, as only a few have scored centuries in all three formats. This milestone is a defining moment not only for her career but also for Indian women’s cricket, inspiring a new generation of cricketers.

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