In a historic recognition for Indian women’s cricket, Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, and Deepti Sharma have been named in the prestigious ICC Women’s T20I and ODI Teams of 2024. Their consistent performances throughout the year have earned them spots alongside some of the finest cricketers from around the world.

Smriti Mandhana’s Stellar Year
Mandhana, who has been in phenomenal form, was named the opener for the ICC Women’s T20I Team of 2024. She made an impressive 763 runs in 23 T20I matches at a strike rate of 126.53. In the ODI team, Mandhana scored 747 runs in 13 matches, further cementing her status as one of the world’s leading players.

Richa Ghosh’s Contribution
The young keeper-batter, Richa Ghosh, has made a significant impact as a finisher in the T20I format, with an incredible strike rate of 165.65 and 365 runs in 21 matches in 2024. She has been instrumental in shaping India's middle-order performances.

Deepti Sharma’s All-Round Excellence
Deepti Sharma, the Indian all-rounder, earned her spot in both the T20I and ODI teams for her outstanding performances with the ball and bat. She picked up 30 wickets in 23 T20I matches at an average of 17.80 while scoring 115 runs. In the ODI format, she contributed with 24 wickets and 186 runs, making her one of the most consistent all-rounders in women’s cricket.

Key Players in Both Squads
In the T20I team, Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Chamari Athapaththu, Hayley Matthews, and Nat Sciver-Brunt were named, while Amelia Kerr received the Player of the Tournament accolade at the 2024 T20 World Cup for her stellar all-round performance, including 15 wickets, making her a key inclusion. Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh are India’s major contributors in the T20I squad, with India having the most representatives in the T20I team.

ICC Women’s ODI Team of 2024
The ICC Women’s ODI Team of 2024 saw a mix of international talent with players like Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, and Laura Wolvaardt making the cut. Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Amy Jones, Sophie Ecclestone, and Kate Cross also earned spots based on their excellent performances over the year.

The Indian women’s team is now more than ever showing its strength on the international stage, with Mandhana, Ghosh, and Sharma playing key roles in the recognition they’ve received from the International Cricket Council. As we look ahead, their contributions will undoubtedly continue to shape the future of women’s cricket globally.

ICC Women’s T20I Team of 2024:
Smriti Mandhana, Laura Wolvaardt (c), Chamari Athapaththu, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Richa Ghosh (wk), Marizanne Kapp, Orla Prendergast, Deepti Sharma, Sadia Iqbal.

ICC Women’s ODI Team of 2024:
Smriti Mandhana, Laura Wolvaardt (c), Chamari Athapaththu, Hayley Matthews, Marizanne Kapp, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Amy Jones, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross.

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