Smriti Mandhana has indeed etched her name into the history books. On December 28, 2025, she became the first woman to reach 10,000 international runs at such a rapid pace, cementing her status as a modern-day legend.
Here is a summary of her historic achievement and the records she shattered.
The Milestone: A Record-Breaking Sunday
Mandhana reached the 10,000-run mark during the 4th T20I against Sri Lanka at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Entering the match needing just 27 runs, she reached the milestone in the 7th over and went on to smash a brilliant 80 off 48 balls.
The Elite 10,000 Club
She is now one of only four women in the history of cricket to cross this threshold:
Mithali Raj (India) – 10,868 runs
Suzie Bates (New Zealand) – 10,652 runs
Charlotte Edwards (England) – 10,273 runs
Smriti Mandhana (India) – 10,053* runs
Why This Matters
Mandhana’s 2025 season has been nothing short of extraordinary. Beyond the 10k club, she also broke Virat Kohli’s record for the fastest ODI century by an Indian (reaching it in 50 balls against Australia). Her partnership with Shafali Verma (162 runs in the same match) also became India’s highest-ever T20I stand.
“Mandhana’s march to 10,000 runs has redefined the pace of the modern game. Unlike previous legends, her runs are balanced across all three formats, proving her versatility in high-risk environments.”
