Updated On: 01 July, 2025 06:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Smriti Mandhana’s rating has surged to a career-best 771 points, narrowing the gap to just 23 points behind Australia’s Beth Mooney, who continues to hold the top position among T20I batters

Smriti Mandhana (Pic: AFP)
India opener Smriti Mandhana on Tuesday achieved a new personal milestone in the latest ICC Women’s T20I batting rankings, days after her maiden T20I century against England.
Mandhana, already the world’s top-ranked ODI batter, showcased her formidable form by hammering a superb 112 in Nottingham, dismantling the English attack with ease. This commanding innings has propelled the stylish left-hander up one spot to third on the T20I batting charts, marking her highest career ranking in the shortest format.
? Smriti Mandhana Shines Again!
A stunning century vs England takes her to No. 3 in ICC WT20I rankings, while she remains World No. 1 in WODIs! ???
A proud moment for the Maharashtra Cricket Association and Indian cricket. ?#SmritiMandhana #MCA #TeamMaha #MahaCricket pic.twitter.com/PNRMRmloAu