India Women has played a 3-match ODI series against South Africa Women on their home turf in Bengaluru. After all 3 matches, India whitewashed South Africa by clinching victory in all three matches. In this series, Indian batters and bowlers dominated all out, especially the way Smriti Mandhana batted which is really appreciable. In fact, she is the highest run-getter in this series. Also, she achieved a milestone as well.
Smriti Mandhana’s Performance in Three ODI matches:
In the opening ODI, Smriti Mandhana exhibited her batting brilliance by smashing 117 runs off just 62 deliveries, boasting a remarkable strike rate of 192.13. She impressed with a flurry of boundaries, hitting 12 fours and launching 7 sixes, displaying her dominance over the opposition bowlers. Mandhana’s aggressive batting style and ability to accelerate ensured a formidable total for her team. Her performance not only delighted spectators but also reaffirmed her stature as a top-tier batswoman capable of single-handedly influencing the outcome of matches with her explosive batting prowess.
In the second ODI, India Women compiled an impressive total of 325 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in their full quota of 50 overs. Smriti Mandhana led from the front with a splendid innings, scoring 136 runs off 120 balls at a notable strike rate of 113.33. Her innings featured 18 boundaries, highlighting her skillful batting technique and ability to find gaps effortlessly. Mandhana’s stellar performance was crucial in setting up a commanding score, ensuring India Women established a dominant position by the end of their innings.
In the decisive third ODI, India Women pursued a target of 215 runs. Smriti Mandhana played a vital role with a composed innings, scoring 90 runs from 83 balls at a steady strike rate of 108.43. Her innings included 11 boundaries, showcasing her skill in placing the ball and rotating the strike efficiently. Mandhana’s contribution anchored the innings, offering stability and driving India Women’s effort to set a challenging total for their opponents. Her calculated approach ensured India Women remained on course in their pursuit of victory during this crucial match.
With that India Women won the series by 3-0 against South Africa. Smriti scored a total of 343 runs in three matches which is the highest run within the team and also in Women’s cricket history in ODI. For her outstanding performance, she won the Player of the Series award. Also, she became the first Indian player to smash two back-to-back centuries in ODI. Not only with the bat, Smriti also amazed spectators with her bowling skills by claiming her maiden ODI wicket in the second ODI match in Bengaluru.
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