India’s star opener, Smriti Mandhana, continues to hold her coveted number one position in the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings. Her consistent form and impressive track record over the past year have cemented her lead, even as other top players deliver strong performances during the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.
Smriti Mandhana continues to lead the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings.
Several players have shown remarkable progress in the latest rankings. South Africa’s Tazmin Brits surged two places to a career-high fourth position after her fantastic century against New Zealand. Australia’s Ash Gardner also made a significant leap, climbing seven spots to fifth, thanks to her match-winning hundred earlier in the tournament.
Interestingly, Mandhana remains the sole Indian batter in the top 15. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who was previously ranked 14th, slipped two places, while Deepti Sharma improved her standing by one spot to reach 17th position. New Zealand captain Sophie Devine and Pakistan’s opener Sidra Amin also broke into the top ten, both achieving their best-ever ratings after stellar World Cup performances.
A look at the latest Women’s ODI batting rankings.
Despite strong challenges from other players, the 29-year-old Indian sensation, Smriti Mandhana, maintains a clear lead at the top. Her consistent contributions have been vital for India, providing a stable foundation in the initial matches of the tournament.
In the bowling department, England’s Sophie Ecclestone retains her number one spot. South Africa’s Marizanne Kapp moved up to fifth, and Australia’s Alana King secured the seventh position. Beyond the top ten, South African spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba and Australian pacer Annabel Sutherland achieved new career highs, showcasing their growing impact.
Among all-rounders, Ash Gardner solidified her top position with a new career-best rating following her impressive performance against New Zealand. Her teammate Kim Garth moved to 18th, and Sophie Devine’s exceptional all-round form propelled her to ninth place.
As the tournament progresses, Smriti Mandhana’s reign at the top of the ODI batting rankings appears secure. Upcoming matches against formidable teams like South Africa, Australia, and England will provide further opportunities for her to demonstrate why she truly deserves the top spot. Mandhana has also been nominated for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for September, alongside Tazmin Brits and Sidra Amin, both of whom scored centuries.