Smriti Mandhana, born on July 18, 1996, is an Indian cricketer Smriti can fluently speak Marathi, having grown up in Maharashtra. who has left an indelible mark on the world of women’s cricket. Her aggressive batting style and elegant strokeplay have won her fans worldwide. Off the field, she is an inspiration to aspiring young cricketers, especially girls. Smriti Mandhana’s journey from watching her brother play to becoming a global cricket sensation is nothing short of inspiring. Her dedication, talent, and love for the game continue to make her a trailblazer in women’s cricket.
Cricketing Roots
Inspired by her brother’s cricketing pursuits, she took up the sport at a young age. At just nine years old, she was selected for the Maharashtra Under-15 team, and by eleven, she was part of the Maharashtra Under-19s squad.
International Career
Smriti made her debut for the Indian women’s national team in 2013.
She is a left-handed opening batter known for her aggressive style of play. Her performances in both One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) have been remarkable. Smriti has represented India in various international tournaments, including the 2017 World Cup and the 2020 T20 World Cup.
Favourite Things
Food | Bhel |
Cricketer | Virat Kohli, Matthew Hayden |
Actor | Hrithik Roshan, Kartik Aryan |
Singer | Arijit Singh |
Car | Audi 8 |
Family
Smriti Mandhana belongs to the Marwari community.
Physical Appearance
- Height 5′ 4″
- Weight 55 kg
- Figure Measurement 32-27-33
- Hair colour Black
- Eye colour Black
Domestic and T20 Leagues
In domestic cricket, she plays for the Maharashtra team.
Smriti has also been part of various T20 leagues around the world:
- Brisbane Heat (2016/17)
- Hobart Hurricanes (2018/19)
- Western Storm (2018–2019)
- Trailblazers (2018–2022)
- Southern Brave (2021–present)
- Sydney Thunder (2021/22)
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (2023–present)
Cricket
Jersey Number | 18 |
Domestic/State Teams | Brisbane Heat Women |
Bowling Style | Right-arm medium-fast |
Batting Style | Left-hand bat |
Relationships/Affairs
In July 2023, it was reported in the media that she was dating Palash Muchhal, an Indian music composer and brother of singer Palak Muchhal
Awards and Recognitions
- In June 2018, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) honored her as the Best Women’s International Cricketer.
- The International Cricket Council (ICC) awarded her the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for the best female cricketer of the year in December 2018.