Smriti Mandhana Conquers Women's Cricket's Biggest Record, Surpasses Mithali Raj in Historic Triple
- On Thursday, September 03, 2026, Indian opener Smriti Mandhana scored 124 off 64 balls against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking her 18th international century.
- With this performance, Mandhana surpassed former India captain Mithali Raj to become the leading run-scorer in women's international cricket with 10,869 runs and became the first Indian woman to score two T20I centuries.
- Hitting 14 fours and seven sixes, Mandhana powered India to 193/5 against the Natasha Miles-led side, reaching her century in 58 balls before being run out.
- After the match, Mandhana credited the Hong Kong bowlers for their discipline, noting she was unaware of the records during her knock and praised their energy.
- This 18th international ton moved Mandhana clear of Australia's Meg Lanning and South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, who each held 17 centuries, adding an extraordinary chapter to her career.
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Smriti Mandhana scripts history, surpasses Mithali Raj to become highest run-scorer in womens cricket - The Tribune
Indian batting stalwart and women's team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has scripted history by overtaking legendary compatriot Mithali Raj to become the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket across all formats. The 30-year-old reached the landmark during India's Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A clash against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.
Women's Asia Cup 2026: Mandhana's Record-breaking Hundred Powers India to 193/5 Against Hong Kong
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Smriti Mandhana produced a breathtaking batting masterclass, smashing 124 off just 64 balls as India Women posted 193/5 against Hong Kong Women in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 Group A clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Sports News | Women's Asia Cup 2026: Mandhana's Record-breaking Hundred Powers India to 193/5 Against Hong Kong.
Smriti Mandhana 124: India Star’s Explosive Knock Leaves Several Massive Records In Her Wake Against Hong Kong In Women's Asia Cup 2026
Smriti Mandhana smashed 124 against Hong Kong in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026, breaking major records, becoming India’s first two-time T20I centurion and surpassing Mithali Raj
Smriti Mandhana Breaks Mithali Raj's All-Time World Record To Become Highest-Ever Scorer In Women's Cricket
History unfolded at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. One giant surpassed the other as Smriti Mandhana became the highest-ever run-scorer in women's international cricket, surpassing Mithali Raj
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