Smriti Mandhana sets T20I runs record during Asian Games semi-final

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In a remarkable feat, Smriti Mandhana celebrated a significant achievement by smashing her 100th T20 international six, while also clinching the title of the top run-scorer in women's T20I cricket history. Her teammate Shafali Verma shone brightly with a stunning century, propelling India to an impressive score of 195 for four after winning the toss. The victorious team will advance to compete against Sri Lanka for the gold medal.

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Smriti Mandhana achieved a significant milestone by scoring 11,000 international runs. She is the first woman cricketer to reach this remarkable career achievement. Mandhana also recently surpassed Mithali Raj's record for most runs. She became the leading run-scorer in women's T20Is, overtaking Suzie Bates. This historic feat occurred during India's Asian Games gold medal final.

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Smriti Mandhana became the highest run-scorer in women’s T20I cricket, surpassing Suzie Bates, and the first Indian woman to hit 100 sixes in the format during the Asian Games 2026 semi-final against Bangladesh. Her quickfire 37 off 19 balls, alongside Shafali Verma’s aggressive start, helped India race to 71/1 in the powerplay after Harmanpreet Kaur elected to bat.