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Smriti Mandhana created history by scoring the fastest ODI century by any Indian cricketer. She reached the milestone in just 50 balls against Australia at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. This broke Virat Kohli's long-standing record of a 52-ball century that had stood for 12 years. YSRCP chief Jagan Reddy was among the first to congratulate her on this monumental achievement.

Key Points: Smriti Mandhana Breaks Virat Kohli Record With Fastest Indian ODI Ton

  • Broke Virat Kohli's 12-year record of 52-ball century
  • Scored 125 off 63 balls against Australia in Delhi
  • Now holds second-fastest women's ODI ton overall
  • Achieved fourth century in ongoing calendar year
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Jagan Reddy congratulates Smriti Mandhana after fastest ton by an Indian in ODIs

Smriti Mandhana smashes fastest ODI century by any Indian in just 50 balls, breaking Virat Kohli's 12-year record. Jagan Reddy congratulates her historic achievement.

"Heartiest congratulations to Smriti Mandhana for setting the fastest century record in ODI cricket by any Indian in just 50 balls! - Jagan Reddy"

New Delhi, September 21

Smriti Mandhana's sensational knock lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium as the Indian opener smashed a blistering 125 off just 63 balls in the third ODI against Australia. At one stage, India appeared to be cruising in their chase of 413, but the hosts eventually fell short by 43 runs as Australia sealed the series 2-1.

Despite the defeat, Mandhana etched her name in the record books by scoring the fastest century by any Indian in ODI cricket, reaching the milestone in just 50 balls.

Congratulating the star batter, YSRCP chief Jagan Reddy said on X, "Heartiest congratulations to Smriti Mandhana for setting the fastest century record in ODI cricket by any Indian in just 50 balls!"

https://x.com/ysjagan/status/1969610835854348556

India's batting wizard Virat Kohli was at the summit of the fastest ODI century for India, following his 52-ball effort against Australia in Jaipur in 2013. However, his reign ended after 12 years at the hands of Mandhana by walloping a century in a mere 50 balls, the fastest among men's and women's ODIs.

During India's pursuit of the 413-run target, Mandhana engineered a batting masterclass and bettered Mooney's feat after storming to the landmark moment in 50 deliveries. The rollicking display is the fastest by an Indian and overall the second-fastest after Australia opener Meg Lanning, who is at the top with a 45-ball ton against New Zealand in 2012.

In the first innings of the third ODI, Australia batter Mooney hammered the joint second-fastest ton in women's ODIs after her swashbuckling display. She upped the ante and blazed her way to the three-digit mark in 57 balls, levelling former Australian cricketer Karen Rolton's record for the second-fastest ton in women ODIs. However, in the next couple of hours, she slipped to third, courtesy of Mandhana's blitzkrieg.

The sizzling performance was Mandhana's fourth ton in the ongoing calendar year, and this is the second time she has orchestrated it after her exploits last year. Mandhana has 13 ODI centuries, the joint second-highest alongside New Zealand's Suzie Bates and two shy of Lanning's tally of 15. In the second ODI, she clobbered 117 in 91 deliveries, which laid the platform for India's imposing 102-run win. It is the second time she has thwacked back-to-back centuries, with the first instance occurring in 2024. She is the first Indian to achieve the feat twice.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Despite the loss, Smriti's innings was pure class! 125 off 63 balls against Australia is phenomenal. She's carrying our batting lineup single-handedly these days.
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Arjun K
Good to see politicians appreciating sports achievements beyond cricket politics. Jagan Reddy's tweet is a nice gesture. More recognition for women athletes please!
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Sarah B
Back-to-back centuries and now this record! Smriti is in the form of her life. Hope BCCI gives women's cricket more coverage and matches. They deserve it!
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Vikram M
While Smriti was brilliant, conceding 413 runs shows our bowling needs serious work. Can't rely on batters to chase such totals every time.
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Kavya N
Smriti's technique is so elegant to watch! Her cover drives are pure poetry in motion. So proud of our women cricketers representing India with such grace and skill 💪

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