While celebrating International Women’s Day on March 9, it is essential to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable contributions of women everywhere, including sports. Women’s cricket has been on the rise, with incredible players from every corner of the world making waves on the pitch.
On this auspicious day, we feature the top 4 women cricketers who have been in the spotlight for their exceptional performance in the cricketing world. Of these incredible sportspeople, two Indian cricketers have made it to the list, demonstrating the growing prowess of women’s cricket in India.
List of top 4 female cricketers in the world, celebrating International Women’s Day
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4. Hayley Matthews – The West Indies Captain Making History
West Indies captain and all-rounder Hayley Matthews is continuing to impress on the international scene and is surely standing among the best women cricketers.
Matthews has been huge with bat and ball. She happens to be the record run-scorer for a captain in the women’s ODI series, a testament to her leadership and consistency.
In the current Women’s Premier League (WPL), Matthews has been the driving force behind Mumbai Indians. She has contributed 181 runs and has taken 9 wickets, which is a demonstration of her all-round skills. Her performance as a leader and as a player has made her one of the most powerful women in women’s cricket today.
3. Annabel Sutherland – Australia’s Rising All-Rounder
Only 23, Australian women’s cricket player Annabel Sutherland made an instant splash in the world of cricket. This versatile cricketer was Australia’s cornerstone. She broke records recently and became the fastest player to double score in the game of Test cricket, something few could think they could even accomplish.
She marked this milestone by scoring 210 runs off 256 balls, including 2 sixes and 27 fours, in a Test match against South Africa on February 15 this year.
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Her all-around capabilities and the ability to deliver in high-pressure circumstances have all helped to make Sutherland one of the brightest young stars in women’s cricket.
2. Smriti Mandhana-India’s Vice-Captain
She is considered one of the major players in women’s cricket because of a good cause. India’s vice-captain of women’s cricket, Smriti Mandhana is one of the best, left-handed batsmen around the world in the other formats. With the perfect classic stroke and clear attitude to bulldoze runs, Mandhana is When it comes to World Cricket very much a part and parcel of the team representing India for all the formats.
Mandhana created history in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain, guiding the team to a historic title in the 2024 season. But her form this season has been somewhat subdued, scoring 140 runs in 6 games at an average of 23.83. But her impact on the team is still huge, and her image as one of the world’s best batters is unquestionable.
1. Jemimah Rodrigues – India’s Star Middle-Order Batswoman
Jemimah Rodrigues has been among the top performers in world cricket, famous for her exceptional batting and great fielding. As an Indian women’s cricket team middle-order batswoman, Rodrigues has always been a match-winner. Her fielding is considered among the best in the world, and she is a valuable player for any team.
Rodrigues has also performed extremely well in women’s T20 leagues worldwide and has achieved much praise for her aggressive and strategic play. She has played a pivotal part in the women’s T20 league currently running in the IPL for the Delhi Capitals, has once more made her mark as one of the finest women cricketers in the world, and has inspired young cricketers around the world, especially in India.
The Rising Impact of Women Cricketers
Alongside International Women’s Day, the cricketing world is also uniting in celebration of these phenomenal cricketers for their efforts. Their success not only inspires aspiring cricketers but also hints toward the burgeoning visibility that women’s cricket has in the international arena. Hayley Matthews, Annabel Sutherland, Smriti Mandhana, and Jemimah Rodrigues are just a few of the women cricketers who are busy shattering stereotypes and creating new benchmarks for performance.
Their immense talent, combining hard work and passion for the game, drives the course toward a bright future for women’s cricket, with these players stepping forward to inspire the next generation of women cricketers to dream big and pursue their ambitions in the game. Here we are, on Women’s Day, supporting and encouraging these excellent sportswomen while they build the future of women’s cricket.
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