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

Smriti Mandhana has carved her name into the history books, becoming the first Indian woman cricketer to achieve centuries in all three international formats: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

This remarkable feat was accomplished during the first T20I match between India Women and England Women at Trent Bridge. Mandhana delivered a stunning performance, scoring 112 runs off a mere 62 balls.

Smriti Mandhana (Getty Images)

Leading the team as captain, Mandhana showcased her dominance with 15 fours and three towering sixes. Her aggressive yet controlled innings propelled India to a formidable 210/5 in 20 overs, marking their highest-ever T20I score against England.

This century was also Mandhana's first in T20Is, completing a rare achievement that had eluded all other Indian women cricketers until now. Her innings set an electrifying tone early on, blending elegance with power, and effectively countering England's leading spinners, such as Sophie Ecclestone, with fearless strokeplay.

Valuable contributions also came from Harleen Deol, who scored 43 off 23 balls, and Deepti Sharma, who remained not out with 7 off 3 balls. India maintained a strong run rate throughout the innings. Lauren Bell was the most successful of England’s bowlers, taking three wickets.

Mandhana's accomplishment places her among a select few cricketers globally, both male and female, who have scored centuries in all three formats of the game. Her milestone is a defining moment not only for her career but also for Indian women’s cricket.

With this commanding performance, Mandhana has reaffirmed her status as a leading figure in Indian women’s cricket.