Smriti Mandhana

Smriti Mandhana is an Indian cricketer who is considered one of the finest female batsmen in international cricket. She was born on July 18, 1996, in Mumbai, India. Mandhana predominantly plays as a left-handed opening batswoman and occasionally bowls right-arm off-spin.Mandhana made her international debut for the Indian women's cricket team in 2013 at the age of 16. She quickly gained recognition for her aggressive batting style and ability to score runs consistently. In April 2018, she became the first Indian cricketer (male or female) to score a double century in a One Day International (ODI) match. She achieved this feat against South Africa, scoring an unbeaten 232 runs off just 250 balls.She has represented India in various international tournaments, including the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup and the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Smriti Mandhana played a crucial role in India's journey to the final of the 2017 Women's Cricket World Cup, where they finished as runners-up. She was also a part of the Indian team that reached the semifinals of the 2020 Women's T20 World Cup.Mandhana has received several accolades for her performances on the field. She was named the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in 2018 and was also included in the ICC Women's ODI Team of the Year in the same year. In addition, she has been honored with numerous awards in India, including the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2018, which recognizes outstanding achievement in sports.Off the field, Smriti Mandhana is known for her humble and down-to-earth nature. She has become an inspiration for aspiring young cricketers, especially girls, in India and around the world. Her success has played a significant role in raising the profile of women's cricket in India and promoting gender equality in sports.