Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal have redefined the landscape of Women’s ODI cricket in 2025. Their recent exploits saw India Women achieve their first 200-plus partnership in World Cup history while rewriting multiple records along the way. From record-breaking partnerships to individual milestones, this dynamic duo has firmly stamped their authority on the global stage.
Historic Partnership: India Women’s First 200+ Stand
Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal put on a scintillating opening stand of 212 runs, the highest for India Women in World Cup history. This effort surpassed Mandhana’s previous record partnership of 184 with Harmanpreet Kaur against West Indies Women in Hamilton in 2022. Their performance not only dazzled fans but also cemented their status as one of the finest batting pairs in modern Women’s cricket.
Record Highlights:
- Seventh century partnership for Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal in just 23 ODI innings together.
- Fourth pair in Women’s ODI history to score multiple 200+ partnerships in ODIs.
- Third instance in Women’s World Cup history where both Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal scored centuries in a single innings.
Highest Partnership Aggregates in a Calendar Year – Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal in 2025
The duo has scored 1,557 runs together in ODIs in 2025, a tally only surpassed by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly (1,635 in 1998) across both Men’s and Women’s ODIs. To put it in perspective, the next best in Women’s cricket is just 972 runs between Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits.
| Runs | Pair | Innings | Average | 100s | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1635 | Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly (IND) | 29 | 58.39 | 5 | 1998 |
| 1557 | Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal (IND-W) | 20 | 77.85 | 5 | 2025 |
| 1523 | Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (IND) | 22 | 72.52 | 5 | 2023 |
| 1518 | Adam Gilchrist, Mark Waugh (AUS) | 36 | 42.16 | 2 | 1999 |
| 1483 | Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly (IND) | 31 | 47.83 | 4 | 2000 |
Their consistency and synergy have been unparalleled in 2025, dominating both domestic and international circuits.
Pratika Rawal’s Meteoric Rise
Pratika Rawal has had a remarkable journey in ODIs, achieving milestones at breathtaking speed:
- 1,000 ODI runs in just 23 innings, joint-fastest alongside Australia’s Lindsay Reeler.
- 304 days from debut (Dec 22, 2024) to 1,000 runs, the quickest ever in Women’s ODI history.
- 976 runs in 2025, second only to Mandhana’s 1,259, surpassing Belinda Clark’s 970 in 1997.
Pratika’s consistency as an opener, alongside Mandhana, has elevated India Women’s batting standards globally.
Smriti Mandhana: The Unstoppable Force
Mandhana has continued to cement her legacy as one of the greatest Women’s ODI batters:
- 14 hundreds in ODIs, joint-most alongside Meg Lanning.
- Five hundreds in 2025, the joint-most in a calendar year alongside Tazmin Brits.
- 17 international tons, making her one of the most prolific scorers in Women’s cricket history.
- 31 sixes in 2025, breaking Lizelle Lee’s record of 28 sixes in a calendar year.
Mandhana also holds the highest aggregate for an opener in Women’s ODIs with 5,194 runs, surpassing Suzie Bates’ 5,088.
Partnership Records Summary
The Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal combination has left an indelible mark on Women’s ODI cricket, showcasing both consistency and flair. Highlights include:
- Five 100+ partnerships in 2025, equalling Belinda Clark and Lisa Keightley’s record for most in a calendar year.
- 13 fifty-plus stands in 20 innings together in 2025, unmatched by any other pair globally.
- Third instance of both openers Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal scoring centuries in a World Cup innings.
This remarkable synergy underscores why India Women’s batting unit is now among the strongest in the world.
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FAQ
Who holds the record for the highest opening partnership for India Women in World Cups?
Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal, with 212 runs, hold the record.
How many ODI runs have Mandhana and Rawal scored together in 2025?
They have amassed a staggering 1,557 runs as a pair in 2025.
How quickly did Pratika Rawal reach 1,000 ODI runs?
Pratika reached 1,000 runs in just 23 innings and 304 days from her debut, the fastest in Women’s ODI history.
How many centuries has Smriti Mandhana scored in ODIs?
Mandhana has scored 14 ODI centuries, joint-most alongside Meg Lanning.
How many 200+ partnerships have Mandhana and Rawal scored in Women’s ODIs?
They have scored two 200+ partnerships, making them one of only four pairs to achieve this feat in Women’s ODI history.
