RCB Head Coach Malolan Rangarajan, Arundhati Reddy and Radha Yadav congratulate Mandhana on her landmark achievement
Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) congratulated, captain Smriti Mandhana on becoming the leading run-scorer in women’s international cricket, adding another landmark to an illustrious career.
The left-handed batter now has 10,880 runs across all formats, moving past former India captain Mithali Raj’s tally of 10,868 runs. Mandhana also holds the record for the most international centuries in women’s cricket. With RCB, she has played a central role in the franchise’s success in the Women’s Premier League, leading the team to two WPL titles and becoming the franchise’s leading run-scorer in the competition with 1,023 runs in 35 innings.
The achievement adds another defining chapter to Mandhana’s career, with her performances across formats and leadership continuing to establish her as one of the defining players in the modern era.
Malolan Rangarajan, Head Coach, RCB, said: “What stands out about Smriti isn’t just the runs — it’s the sheer consistency of showing up, series after series, at the very top of her game for so many years. I’ve watched her understanding of the sport deepen year on year; she’s never stood still as a batter or as a leader. Reaching this milestone doesn’t happen by accident — it’s the product of relentless discipline and the standards she holds herself to, day in and day out.”
Arundhati Reddy said: “Smriti has always been someone you can look up to, both as a player and as a captain. The way she prepares, the way she handles pressure and the confidence she gives everyone around her makes such a difference to the team. This record is a huge achievement, but for us, it is also a reflection of the person and leader we get to have in our dressing room.”
Radha Yadav said: “Playing alongside Smriti and having her as our captain is something we all value immensely. She brings so much calmness and clarity to the team, and she leads by example with the way she approaches the game. To see her become the leading run-scorer in international cricket is a very proud moment for all of us at RCB and Indian cricket.”
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