India’s star batter Smriti Mandhana and off-spinner Deepti Sharma have been named in the prestigious ICC Women’s ODI Team of the Year 2024. These two are the only Indian players to secure a spot among the top 11 cricketers who left a significant impact on the ODI format in the past year.
Smriti Mandhana’s Stellar Performance
- Consistent Run-Scorer: Mandhana ended 2024 as the highest run-scorer in Women’s ODIs, with 747 runs in 13 matches.
- Career Stats: In 97 ODIs, she has scored 4,209 runs at an average of 46.2, including 10 centuries and 30 half-centuries.
- Rankings: Smriti climbed to the second spot in the ICC women’s ODI batting rankings after her impressive performance against Ireland.
- Awards: She is also a contender for the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2024 award.
Deepti Sharma’s Contribution
While the post primarily focuses on Mandhana’s achievements, Deepti Sharma’s inclusion in the ICC team highlights her consistent all-round performances in 2024, which bolstered India’s ODI team.
Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma’s inclusion in the ICC Women’s ODI Team of the Year is a testament to their dedication and excellence, inspiring the next generation of Indian cricketers.
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