Smriti Mandhana is a renowned Indian cricketer, a prominent member of the Indian women’s national team. Her exceptional talent and impressive career have made her a household name in the world of cricket.
Wiki/Biography
Smriti Shriniwas Mandhana was born on July 18, 1996, in Mumbai, India. As of 2023, she is 27 years old. Her zodiac sign is Cancer. She received early cricket training under Anant Tambwekar, a junior state coach. Later, she pursued a Bachelor of Commerce degree at Chintaman Rao College of Commerce in Sangli, Maharashtra.
Physical Appearance
Smriti Mandhana possesses a striking physique.
- Height (approx.): 5’4″
- Weight (approx.): 55 kg
- Figure Measurement (approx.): 32-27-33
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
Smriti Mandhana hails from the Marwari community. Her father, Shrinivas Mandhana, is a former district-level cricketer, and her mother’s name is Smita Mandhana. She also has a brother, Shravan Mandhana, who was also a district-level cricketer and currently works as a branch manager at a private bank in Sangli. The Mandhana family clearly shares a passion for cricket.
Relationships/Affairs
Media reports from July 2023 suggested that Smriti Mandhana is dating Palash Muchhal, a well-known Indian music composer and brother of singer Palak Muchhal.
Cricket
Smriti’s cricketing prowess is undeniable.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Jersey Number | #18 |
| Domestic/State Teams | Brisbane Heat Women, Royal Challengers Bangalore (WPL) |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium-fast |
| Batting Style | Left-hand bat |
Career
Smriti’s cricketing journey began early. At just 9 years old, she was selected for the Maharashtra U-15 team. By 11, she was playing for the Maharashtra U-19 team (2007). Her Test debut came on August 13, 2014, against England Women. She made her ODI debut on April 10, 2013, against Bangladesh Women, and her T20 debut on April 5, 2013, also against Bangladesh Women. A significant highlight of her career was in February 2023 when Royal Challengers Bangalore purchased her for a record-breaking Rs 3.4 crore at the inaugural Women’s Premier League (WPL) auction.
Awards
- Arjuna Award (2018)
- Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for Women Cricketer of the Year (2018)
- ICC Women’s ODI Player of the Year (2018)
Favourite Things
- Food: Bhel
- Cricketer: Virat Kohli, Matthew Hayden
- Actor: Hrithik Roshan, Kartik Aaryan
- Singer: Arijit Singh
- Car: Audi 8
Facts
Smriti’s family boasts a strong cricketing legacy. Inspired by her brother’s participation in Maharashtra state U-16 tournaments, she pursued the sport. Her early training involved her father gently lobbing balls to her during her brother’s practice sessions.
In 2013, she achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first Indian woman to score a double century in a one-day game, smashing 224 runs off just 150 balls in a U-19 West Zone tournament. She consistently showcased her talent, becoming the highest run-scorer in the Women’s Challenger Trophy 2016 with three centuries in as many matches (192 runs total).
Smriti’s achievements also extend internationally; she was one of the first two Indian players to feature in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in 2017, playing for the Brisbane Heat. Beyond cricket, Smriti enjoys cooking, driving, and even took cooking classes during her elementary school years. She harbors a long-standing ambition to open her own restaurant someday.
Her early cricketing experiences included playing gully cricket with boys and emulating the batting style of her left-handed brother. She initially modeled her batting after Matthew Hayden but later refined her technique to resemble Kumar Sangakkara’s style upon receiving coaching feedback. She keeps a bat autographed by Rahul Dravid, a gift intended for her brother, as a memento in her training kit.
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