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Smriti Mandhana has made history by becoming the fastest woman to reach 5000 runs in ODI cricket. She achieved this remarkable feat in just 112 matches during India's World Cup game against Australia. The left-handed opener reached the milestone with a six off Australian bowler Kim Garth in the 21st over. Her brilliant 80-run innings included nine boundaries and three massive sixes, showcasing her exceptional form this season.

Key Points: Smriti Mandhana Fastest Woman to 5000 ODI Runs Record

  • Reached milestone with a six off Kim Garth in 21st over against Australia
  • Broke Stafanie Taylor's previous record of 129 matches for 5000 runs
  • Scored 80 runs off 66 balls with nine boundaries and three sixes
  • Currently leads all players with 974 runs in the 2025 calendar year
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Smriti Mandhana becomes fastest woman to reach 5000-run milestone in ODIs

Indian opener Smriti Mandhana breaks Stafanie Taylor's record, reaching 5000 ODI runs in just 112 matches during Women's World Cup clash against Australia.

"Mandhana blazed to 80 off 66 balls, slamming nine boundaries and three maximums - Match Report"

Visakhapatnam, Oct 12

Indian opener Smriti Mandhana on Sunday became the youngest and fastest player to reach 5000 runs in Women's ODI cricket, reaching the mark during the Women's World Cup match against Australia at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

The 29-year-old batter reached the milestone in her 112th Women's ODI match with a six off Kim Garth of Australia in the 21st over, breaking the record of Stafanie Taylor (WI), who reached 5000 runs in 129 matches.

According to ESPNCricinfo, the list of fastest to 5000 runs in Women's ODI is now led by Smriti Mandhana (112 matches) with Stafanie Taylor (WI) in 129 matches; Suzie Bates (NZ) in 136 matches; Mithali Raj (IND) in 144 matches and Charlotte Edwards (ENG)in 156 matches following suit.

The left-hander reached the mark while scoring 80 before she was caught at deep midwicket off Sophie Molineux. Mandhana blazed to 80 off 66 balls, slamming nine boundaries and three maximums. She started cautiously and then got into the attack mode after completing her fifty off 46 balls.

Mandhana, who has been in great form this season, scoring the most runs by any player in a calendar year (974), completed her first fifty of the 2025 Women's World Cup off 46 balls on Sunday.

However, she did not get off to a good start in the World Cup, managing only 54 runs in the first three matches. But she seems to have made up for some of those disappointments with a superb batting performance on Sunday, against an opponent she has always done well against.

Smriti had struck two centuries in scoring 300 runs in the three-match ODI series against Australia a few weeks before the World Cup.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Absolutely brilliant! To reach 5000 runs in just 112 matches is phenomenal. She's 17 matches faster than the previous record holder - that's massive in cricket terms. Her timing couldn't be better, coming in a crucial World Cup match against Australia. More power to her!
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Aditya G
While this is a fantastic individual achievement, I hope the team management ensures she doesn't get burnt out. Playing so much cricket and carrying the batting lineup can be exhausting. We need to manage our star players better for long-term success.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan from Australia, I have to admire Smriti's talent. She's been a thorn in our side for years! Her batting is so elegant to watch - proper cricketing shots with perfect timing. Congratulations to her on this remarkable milestone 👏
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Kavya N
She's an inspiration for so many young girls across India! From watching Mithali Raj to now seeing Smriti break her records - women's cricket in India has come such a long way. Hope BCCI continues to invest in women's cricket and provides more opportunities.
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Michael C
The statistics speak for themselves - fastest to 5000 runs and most runs in a calendar year. She's truly in the form of her life. That 80 off 66 balls against the world champions shows her big-match temperament. World class player!

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