Smriti Mandhana: In any sport, milestones are rare gems that adorn careers and define legacies. On a bright Sunday afternoon, Smriti Mandhana achieved a landmark in Indian cricket history, becoming only the second woman to cross 7000-run mark in international cricket. With a resilient century against South Africa, Mandhanas tally now stands at an impressive 7,059 runs across formats, placing her alongside the legendary Mithali Raj, who leads with 10,868 runs.Record-breaking knockMandhanas fighting innings of 117 runs off 127 deliveries bolstered Indias total of 265 runs in first ODI match against South Africa in M Chinnaswamy Stadium. While Mithali Raj remains the pinnacle with 10,868 runs, Mandhanas achievement solidifies her position as one of Indias batting mainstays.SMRITI MANDHANA BECOMES THE SECOND INDIAN WOMEN TO COMPLETE 7000 RUNS IN INTERNATIONAL CRICKET 🫡- A Legend of India. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/lBxujoNnvM— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 16, 2024The quest for greatness continues with India captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who inches closer with 6,870 runs, poised to join the elite club. In a career spanning rapid growth, Mandhana has redefined norms and achieved six ODI centuries in just 83 innings.NUMBER 18 🤝 CHINNASWAMY 🤝 HUNDRED IN INDIA JERSEY.- Smriti Mandhana is here to rule. pic.twitter.com/lAUCWvqmBS— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 16, 2024India wins by huge marginDuring Indias recent clash against South Africa, Mandhanas century was pivotal, steering the team from a precarious position to a competitive total of 265/8. Her partnership with Deepti Sharma exemplified resilience and strategic batting. In pursuit of the target, South African top order failed to fire. Sune Luus and Marizanne Kapp looked determined, but ultimately Indian bowlers got the better of them. Following their dismissals South African team fell like a deck of cards. Asha Sobhana was breathing fire, claiming 4 wickets. India team bundled out the rival team on 122 and secured victory by huge margin of 143 runs.
