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Smriti Mandhana-led India eye T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe

The Indian women's cricket team will play Zimbabwe in the third T20I to achieve a series sweep. Smriti Mandhana, as captain, hopes to continue the team's winning momentum after two victories. Niki Prasad has shown impressive performances, contributing both with the bat and ball. Zimbabwe seeks its first T20I win…

The Economic Times · 12h ago

Shafali, Mandhana shine as India beat Zimbabwe by 9 wickets to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Opener Shafali Verma scored 55 runs in just 25 balls to lead India to victory over Zimbabwe. After choosing to bat first, Zimbabwe struggled and managed to score only 102 runs in their innings. India's bowlers performed well, restricting the opposition and taking key wickets at crucial moments. Shafali and…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Indian top order eyes improved show against Zimbabwe in 2nd WT20I

India's women's cricket team will seek a more stable batting performance against Zimbabwe in their upcoming T20 match. After a narrow win in the first match, concerns over early batting collapses remain. Captain Smriti Mandhana and her team want to improve their game following several wickets lost cheaply. Debutant Niki…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Smriti Mandhana appointed Indian women's cricket team captain, succeeding Harmanpreet Kaur

Smriti Mandhana has been appointed as the captain of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team for upcoming events. Her leadership experience includes guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to multiple Women's Premier League titles. Smriti joined the national team in 2013, contributing significantly throughout her career. The team aims to build on past…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Harmanpreet Kaur resigns as India cricket captain

Kaur first took over as permanent all-format captain in 2016 and says she has given ‘everything I had to this team’

The Independent UK · Oct 6

As Harmanpreet Kaur steps down, four names emerge in India women’s cricket captaincy race

Smriti Mandhana appears the frontrunner after years as Harmanpreet’s deputy, but Deepti Sharma’s all-round leadership, Jemimah Rodrigues’ rise and Richa Ghosh’s leadership potential give India several options for the next phase.

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Asian Games 2026: Sree Charani scripts record in ICC T20I bowling rankings

Sree Charani has reached the highest rating points ever recorded in ICC Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings. Her recent performances include pivotal roles in India's victories at the Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games. Charani's record-setting 817-point rating broke the previous mark held by Megan Schutt. Deepti Sharma and Smriti Mandhana…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

RCB retain 13 players, release four ahead of WPL 2027 season

The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are gearing up for the 2027 Women's Premier League season. They have retained 13 players from their victorious squad while parting ways with four, including Grace Harris and Linsey Smith.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

India win first gold at Asian Games 2026 as women’s cricket team thrash Sri Lanka by 147 runs

India secured their second consecutive Asian Games gold medal in women's cricket. They defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in a dominant final match. Smriti Mandhana achieved a significant career milestone during her impressive innings. The team posted the highest total in the history of the competition. This victory solidifies…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Asian Games Cricket: Smriti Mandhana becomes first woman to score 11,000 international runs

Smriti Mandhana achieved a historic milestone by scoring 11,000 international runs. She became the first woman cricketer to reach this significant career achievement. Mandhana scored 79 runs against Sri Lanka in the Asian Games final. Her impressive knock included five fours and seven sixes. India secured a commanding victory in…

The Economic Times · Sep 22