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The Women's World Cup returns to India and Sri Lanka with multiple historic records on the line. Suzie Bates is just 322 runs away from breaking Debbie Hockley's 24-year-old scoring record that even Mithali Raj couldn't surpass. Belinda Clark's iconic 229* from 1997 represents another massive milestone that modern power-hitters will be chasing. Meanwhile, bowling legends like Jhulan Goswami face challenges to their records from a new generation of world-class players.

Key Points: Suzie Bates Targets Hockley Record at Women's World Cup

  • Suzie Bates needs 322 runs to break Debbie Hockley's 24-year-old World Cup run record
  • Belinda Clark's 229* from 1997 is the highest individual score under threat
  • Jhulan Goswami's 43 wickets could be overtaken by Megan Schutt or Marizanne Kapp
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt and Bates could become first to score five World Cup centuries
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Records set to tumble at Women's World Cup in India and Sri Lanka

Debbie Hockley's 1501-run record, Belinda Clark's 229*, and Jhulan Goswami's 43 wickets are all under threat as cricket's biggest stars converge in India and Sri Lanka.

"Veteran Kiwi batter Suzie Bates, just 322 runs behind, is expected to get at least seven matches to make a push - ICC"

New Delhi, September 22

With the Women's World Cup returning to India and Sri Lanka, several long-standing records are on the line as some of the finest batters and bowlers in the game eye history, as per ICC.

New Zealand legend Debbie Hockley's tally of 1501 runs has remained unmatched since the seventh edition of the tournament in 2000. Even India great Mithali Raj, with 1321 runs, fell short of overtaking her but the milestone may finally be under threat. Veteran Kiwi batter Suzie Bates, just 322 runs behind, is expected to get at least seven matches to make a push towards becoming the all-time leading run-scorer.

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur (876 runs) and England's Nat Sciver-Brunt (805 runs) also feature inside the top 12 run-getters and could close in on the top bracket if they enjoy a prolific campaign.

Another record standing tall nearly three decades is Belinda Clark's iconic 229 not out against Denmark in Mumbai during the 1997 edition. With batting-friendly conditions expected, many will watch closely if any of today's power-hitters can mount a serious challenge to the Australian's landmark score.

Four players currently share the record of most centuries at the Women's World Cup with four each. Among them, Sciver-Brunt and Bates will feature in this edition and are well placed to become the first to register a fifth century. Harmanpreet, with three hundreds already, is also within touching distance of that record.

On the bowling front, India's Jhulan Goswami remains at the top of the charts with 43 wickets in Women's World Cup history. However, her lead is far from safe. Australia's Megan Schutt (34 wickets), South Africa's Marizanne Kapp (32) and Aussie Ellyse Perry (31) are within range and could surpass the Indian legend with strong performances this time.

Adding to the tournament's historic feel, as many as five players will be making their fifth World Cup appearance, Bates, Sophie Devine, Kapp, Perry, and Harmanpreet Kaur.

Meanwhile, New Zealand's Jackie Lord's 6/10 against India in 1982 remains the best-ever bowling figures in a Women's World Cup match. Only three others, her compatriot Glenys Page (6/20), England duo Sophie Ecclestone (6/36) and Anya Shrubsole (6/46), have managed six-wicket hauls. Whether someone can rewrite this part of history remains another fascinating subplot of the tournament.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Jhulan Goswami's record might be under threat but she'll always be our bowling legend. Hope our current bowlers step up and create new records for India!
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Sarah B
Belinda Clark's 229* has stood for 25 years! With modern power hitting, someone might finally break it. Would love to see that happen in this tournament.
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Arjun K
While records are exciting, I hope the focus remains on good cricket. Sometimes players get too caught up in personal milestones. Team victory should come first always.
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Meera T
Five players in their fifth World Cup! That's incredible experience. Bates, Perry, Kapp, Devine and our very own Harmanpreet - what legends of the game! 🙌
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David E
Jackie Lord's 6/10 from 1982 is insane! With modern batting, breaking that record would be incredible. Ecclestone might have the best chance among current bowlers.
Kavya N
So proud that India is hosting! Women's cricket has come so far. Hope this World Cup inspires more girls to take up the sport across the country. 🏏

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