In an era where women’s cricket is blazing new trails, India’s star batter Smriti Mandhana has once again etched her name in the record books. The dynamic left-hander has smashed 29 sixes in Women’s One Day Internationals (ODIs) during the calendar year 2025, setting a new benchmark for power-hitting in the format.
Mandhana’s feat is all the more impressive considering the caliber of players she has surpassed. The previous record was held by South Africa’s Lizelle Lee, who cleared the ropes 28 times in 2017. Not far behind are notable names like West Indies’ Deandra Dottin, South Africa’s Chloe Tryon, and Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu, each of whom has blasted 21 sixes in a single year.
| Rank | Player | Country | Sixes in Calendar Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smriti Mandhana | India (IND-W) | 29* | 2025 |
| 2 | Lizelle Lee | South Africa (SA-W) | 28 | 2017 |
| 3 | Deandra Dottin | West Indies (WI-W) | 21 | 2013 |
| 3 | Chloe Tryon | South Africa (SA-W) | 21 | 2017 |
| 3 | Chamari Athapaththu | Sri Lanka (SL-W) | 21 | 2023 |
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Smriti’s ability to consistently find the boundary with ease highlights her evolution as a formidable hitter in women’s cricket. Her aggressive stroke play and fearless approach have made her a fan favorite and a key asset for India in limited-overs cricket.
As the women’s game continues to grow in popularity and intensity, records like these serve as a testament to the incredible talent and hard work of players like Mandhana. Her achievement not only inspires young cricketers in India but also raises the bar for all aspiring batters worldwide.
With many more games on the horizon, fans eagerly await what Smriti Mandhana will accomplish next, as she continues to light up the cricketing world with her powerful hitting and elegant batting style.
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