Smriti Mandhana scores record-breaking century against Hong Kong at 2026 Asia Cup, overtaking Mithali Raj as highest run‑scorer

Smriti Mandhana hit a record‑breaking century versus Hong Kong during the 2026 Asia Cup. The innings pushed her past former captain Mithali Raj to become the highest run scorer, achieved in fewer innings and at a higher strike rate.

Why it matters

It marks Mandhana becoming the leading run‑scorer in women's cricket, underscoring her growing dominance.

Key facts

Smriti Mandhana scored a century against Hong Kong at the 2026 Asia Cup.
The century was record‑breaking, giving her a total of 18 centuries.
The innings moved her past Mithali Raj as the highest run scorer.
She achieved the record in fewer innings and with a higher strike rate than Raj.

Evidence

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Tracing Smriti Mandhana’s journey to the top with a record 18 centuriesthehindu.com5 Sept 2026primary(opens in a new tab)

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