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Smriti Mandhana Becomes All-Time Top Run-Scorer in Women's International Cricket
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Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana officially set the record for the most total runs scored in women's international cricket across all formats. Mandhana eclipsed the previous career record of 10,868 runs set by retired Indian captain Mithali Raj. She has represented India internationally across Test matches, One-Day Internationals, and Twenty20 Internationals since making her debut in 2013. The milestone establishes Mandhana as the all-time leading run-scorer in international women's cricket history.
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Indian batter Smriti Mandhana became the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket on September 4, 2026. She surpassed former Indian team captain Mithali Raj, who previously held the record with 10,868 career runs.
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