By Afiur
August 30, 2026
Smriti Mandhana started playing cricket at a young age, inspired by her brother Shravan, who also played cricket at the junior level.
At just 16, Mandhana made headlines by scoring an unbeaten 224 off 150 balls in a domestic one-day match.
Smriti made her international debut for India as a teenager, quickly becoming one of the country’s most exciting batting talents.
Mandhana is known for her elegant left-handed batting, powerful cover drives and ability to dominate both pace and spin.
She has represented India in major international tournaments and franchise leagues worldwide, building a reputation as one of women’s cricket’s biggest stars.