Smriti Mandhana made history on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, becoming the first player in the world to score 11,000 runs in women’s international cricket. The Indian star achieved the landmark during the women’s cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026.
The 30-year-old left-handed batter from Maharashtra needed just 13 runs in India’s final match against Sri Lanka to reach the milestone. She completed the historic feat in spectacular fashion, reaching the required mark in just 10 balls at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin.
Smriti Mandhana Reaches 11,000 International Runs
Mandhana entered the match needing 13 runs to complete 11,000 runs across women’s international cricket. She wasted little time and reached the milestone early in her innings.
Her achievement puts her in a unique position in the history of women’s cricket. She is now the first female cricketer to cross the 11,000-run mark in international cricket.
The milestone further strengthens Mandhana’s reputation as one of the most successful and consistent batters in the women’s game.
A Landmark Moment at Asian Games 2026
The historic achievement came in India’s final women’s cricket match of the 2026 Asian Games against Sri Lanka.
Playing at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Mandhana needed only 13 runs before the match began to reach the huge career milestone. She completed the required runs in only 10 deliveries, creating a memorable moment for Indian cricket fans.
The achievement is particularly significant because Mandhana has represented India across all three formats of international cricket—Tests, ODIs and T20Is.
Why 11,000 Runs Is a Huge Achievement
Scoring 11,000 international runs requires extraordinary consistency over many years.
Mandhana has been one of India’s most dependable top-order batters since making her international debut. Her attacking strokeplay, ability to score quickly and performances across formats have made her one of the biggest names in women’s cricket.
Reaching 11,000 international runs also highlights her longevity at the highest level of the sport.
Mandhana Continues to Break Records
Smriti Mandhana has already achieved several milestones during her international career, and the 11,000-run mark adds another major record to her name.
At just 30 years of age, the Indian batter has established herself as a key figure in women’s cricket. Her latest achievement could also open the door to several more records as her international career continues.
India vs Sri Lanka at Asian Games 2026
The historic milestone came during the women’s cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026, where India faced Sri Lanka in their final match.
All eyes were on Mandhana as she entered the contest just 13 runs short of the 11,000-run landmark. She responded immediately, reaching the target in only 10 balls.
For Indian cricket supporters, it was another memorable chapter in Mandhana’s already remarkable career.
Smriti Mandhana’s Historic 11,000-Run Milestone
Mandhana’s achievement is more than just another statistical record. It represents years of international cricket, consistency and high-level performances.
By becoming the first player to score 11,000 runs in women’s international cricket, Smriti Mandhana has once again placed her name in the history books.
The 2026 Asian Games will now be remembered as the stage where one of women’s cricket’s biggest stars reached an extraordinary career milestone.