Smriti Mandhana

Indian cricketer and captain

Smriti Mandhana - Indian cricketer and captain
Born

July 18th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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Played for the Indian women's cricket team and captained in various formats. Debuted in international cricket in 2013 and quickly established a reputation as a leading batswoman. Achieved significant success in T20 and ODI formats, with notable performances in World Cups. Has received several awards for contributions to cricket, including the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in 2018 and the prestigious Arjuna Award.

Captained India in Women's World Cup matches

Scored a century in the ICC Women's World T20

Received the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in 2018

Awarded the Arjuna Award for excellence in cricket

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