Smriti Mandhana and Temba Bavuma named in TIME's power list
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Smriti Mandhana and Temba Bavuma have been recognized in "The 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026" list by TIME magazine. They are the only cricketers to be featured in this year's selection, highlighting their significant impact in the sport. This acknowledgment reflects their influence both on and off the field within the cricket community. Mandhana and Bavuma continue to inspire many aspiring cricketers around the world.
- •Mandhana and Bavuma are the only cricketers on the list.
- •TIME magazine published the list on June 16, 2026.
- •Their selection highlights their contributions to the sport.
- •Both players are influential in promoting cricket globally.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Smriti Mandhana lone Indian in TIME's list of 100 most influential people in sports
- 7:36 AMESPNcricinfo — Mandhana and Bavuma feature in TIME magazine's power list
"India's cricket star Smriti Mandhana has been recognized by TIME magazine on its 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list. The Mumbai-born opener is the sole Indian to feature, celebrated for her record-breaking batting prowess and leadership in team triumphs, including the Women's Premier League and the ICC Women's ODI World Cup.
"Smriti Mandhana and Temba Bavuma are the only cricketers to figure in "The 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026" list published by TIME magazine
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 11:03 AMSmriti Mandhana lone Indian in TIME's list of 100 most influential people in sports
India's cricket star Smriti Mandhana has been recognized by TIME magazine on its 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list. The Mumbai-born opener is the sole Indian to feature, celebrated for her record-breaking batting prowess and leadership in team triumphs, including the Women's Premier League and the ICC Women's ODI World Cup.
- ESPNcricinfoJun 16, 2026, 7:36 AMMandhana and Bavuma feature in TIME magazine's power list
Smriti Mandhana and Temba Bavuma are the only cricketers to figure in "The 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026" list published by TIME magazine
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