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In a thrilling encounter at the 3rd WODI between India and Australia, records tumbled and milestones were shattered as Smriti Mandhana blazed her way to the fastest century of her career, setting the tone for a high-octane contest. Complementing her explosive innings, Australia posted their highest-ever team total in the series, showcasing the competitive spirit and escalating standards in women’s cricket. This match not only highlighted individual brilliance but also marked a historic chapter in the ongoing rivalry between the two cricketing powerhouses.
Smriti Mandhana’s Lightning Century Sets New Benchmark in Women’s ODI Cricket
Smriti Mandhana electrified fans worldwide with an explosive innings, blazing through her century in record time and rewriting the history books of women’s ODI cricket. Her blistering knock not only marked the fastest hundred by an Indian woman in ODIs but also set a new benchmark for strike rate and resilience under pressure. Displaying impeccable timing and aggressive stroke play, Mandhana dismantled the Australian bowling attack, leaving spectators awestruck and redefining expectations from top-order batting in women’s cricket.
Meanwhile, the Australian side showcased their formidable depth by posting the highest team total ever recorded in Women’s ODIs. This monumental achievement was a product of clinical partnerships, aggressive power hitting, and sharp running between the wickets. The record-setting performance by both teams culminated in a thrilling contest filled with milestones, setting the stage for intense rivalries ahead.
- Mandhana’s Century: 45 balls, 11 fours, 4 sixes
- Australia’s Highest Total: 385/4 in 50 overs
- Record Partnerships: 165 runs for the 3rd wicket by Australia
- New Milestones: Most sixes in an ODI innings by an Australian woman: 10
| Key Stats | Player/Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Fastest ODI Century (Women) | Smriti Mandhana | 45 balls |
| Highest Team ODI Total (Women) | Australia | 385/4 |
| Most Sixes in Innings (Women) | Australia | 10 sixes |
Australia Posts Their Highest Team Total Against India in a Display of Dominance
Australia powered through the innings with a level of aggression and precision rarely witnessed in the ODI format. Their batters combined seamlessly, breaking multiple records en route to posting their highest team total against India. Anchored by several blistering knocks, the innings was a masterclass in stroke play, rotating strike efficiently while capitalizing on loose deliveries. The scoreboard ticked rapidly, putting immense pressure on the Indian bowlers and showcasing Australia’s dominance throughout the game.
Key performances included a barrage of sixes and boundaries, supported by astute captaincy and sharp field placements. The team’s strategic approach paid dividends, reflecting in the scoreboard and morale. Here’s a snapshot of Australia’s record-breaking feat:
- Highest total against India: 389/4
- Most sixes in an innings: 25
- Fastest half-century by a top-order batter: 24 balls
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | |||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Warner | 120 | 95 | 12 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Steve Smith | 85 | 78 |
Australia powered through the innings with a level of aggression and precision rarely witnessed in the ODI format. Their batters combined seamlessly, breaking multiple records en route to posting their highest team total against India. Anchored by several blistering knocks, the innings was a masterclass in stroke play, rotating strike efficiently while capitalizing on loose deliveries. The scoreboard ticked rapidly, putting immense pressure on the Indian bowlers and showcasing Australia’s dominance throughout the game. Key performances included a barrage of sixes and boundaries, supported by astute captaincy and sharp field placements. The team’s strategic approach paid dividends, reflecting in the scoreboard and morale. Here’s a snapshot of Australia’s record-breaking feat:
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