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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
ICC Women's Rankings: England's Nat Sciver-Brunt dethrones Smriti Mandhana as top-ranked batter in WODIs
Nat Sciver-Brunt and Smriti Mandhana (Images via Getty Images) England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings, overtaking India's Smriti Mandhana following a strong performance in the recently concluded three-match ODI series between the two sides. Although India secured the series 2-1, it was Sciver-Brunt's consistent showing with the bat that earned her a climb back to the top. The 32-year-old scored 160 runs across the series, including a fluent 98 in the final ODI at Chester-le-Street, and now tops the charts with 731 rating points. Mandhana, who had briefly held the No. 1 ranking, dropped to second with 728 points despite scoring 115 runs in the series. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! While Mandhana's slip was a minor setback, India had reason to cheer as skipper Harmanpreet Kaur made a notable jump in the rankings. The right-hander moved up ten spots to 11th place after contributing valuable runs in the middle order. Teammate Jemimah Rodrigues also gained ground, climbing from 15th to 13th. Among the bowlers, India's Deepti Sharma retained her fourth position in the ODI bowling rankings. The list continues to be led by England's Sophie Ecclestone, followed by Australia's Ashleigh Gardner and Megan Schutt. Elsewhere, Ireland's Orla Prendergast enjoyed a breakout performance in the ODI series against Zimbabwe, which earned her recognition across all departments. After scoring an unbeaten 67 in the second ODI, she jumped 12 places to joint 22nd in the batting rankings. She also climbed 10 spots to 33rd among bowlers and broke into the top 10 in the all-rounders' list for the first time, now sitting at No. 10. Poll Who do you think deserved the No. 1 spot in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings? Nat Sciver-Brunt Smriti Mandhana Neither Ireland's Arlene Kelly also rose four spots to 30th in the bowling charts, while Gaby Lewis improved her T20I ranking, now 14th among batters after back-to-back fifties against Zimbabwe. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Hans India
a day ago
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- Hans India
Mandhana slips to second as Sciver-Brunt returns top position in ICC Women's ODI rankings
Dubai: Despite India clinching a 2-1 ODI series win against England, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has dropped one place to No. 2 in the latest ICC Women's ODI batters rankings. Dubai, July 29 (IANS) Despite India clinching a 2-1 ODI series win against England, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has dropped one place to No. 2 in the latest ICC Women's ODI batters skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt reclaimed the No.1 spot among ODI batters, riding on a superb 98 off 105 balls in the final match of the series. Sciver-Brunt's 160 runs in the series proved decisive in her leap to the top, despite England falling short in the series decider at Chester-le-Street. Mandhana, who scored 115 runs across the three matches, slipped a spot after briefly holding the top position. However, the rankings update brought better news for Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who surged 10 places to 11th, after her composed middle-order contributions. Jemimah Rodrigues also inched up two spots to 13th, rounding off a strong showing from India's core batting group during the England tour. The rankings update also reflected gains for bowlers. England's Sophie Ecclestone maintained her place at the top among ODI bowlers, followed by Australia's Ashleigh Gardner. However, Ireland's Orla Prendergast was the standout name across all departments. The 22-year-old Irish all-rounder had a series to remember against Zimbabwe, scoring an unbeaten 67 in the second ODI in Belfast. That effort catapulted her 12 places up to joint 22nd in the ODI batting charts. She also rose 10 places to 33rd among bowlers after a tight spell in the same game. Prendergast's all-round excellence saw her break into the top 10 among ODI all-rounders for the first time, now ranked No.10. Ireland's Arlene Kelly also climbed four spots to equal 30th among bowlers, while Gaby Lewis, the team's T20I captain, jumped four places to 14th among T20I batters after a pair of half-centuries against Zimbabwe.
Int'l Cricket Council
a day ago
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Sciver-Brunt reclaims number one spot in ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returns to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings after scoring 98 runs in the decider of the three-match series against India in Durham. The all-rounder stabilized the innings after the early fall of the wickets of the openers in what ended as a losing effort, as India won the match by 13 runs and took the series 2-1. Sciver-Brunt edged Smriti Mandhana by three points, taking the No. 1 position for the third time in her career. She was previously number one between July 2023 and April 2024 and also between June and December 2024. India captain Harmanpreet Kaur's dazzling and match-winning century (102 off 84 balls) has her advancing 10 slots to 11th place in the batters' list. Her teammate Jemimah Rodrigues has moved up two places to 13th, while Richa Gosh has climbed nine slots to 39th and a career-best rating of 516 points. Other movements in this week's update include the series between Ireland and Zimbabwe in Belfast where the hosts won the two-match series 2-0. Player of the Series, Orla Prendergast, has elevated 12 slots to a career-best, joint-22nd after knocks of 50 and 67. She has also climbed 10 slots to 33rd among the bowlers to a personal-best rating of 447 after taking two wickets for 20 in the first match and breaks into the top 10 of the all-rounders' list from 13th place last week. There were other significant gains for Ireland's players, including captain, Gaby Lewis, who moved one place to 17th in the batters' list, while Amy Hunter moved up two slots to 28th. Zimbabwe's captain, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano's scores of 48 and 56 has brought her to a career-best 40th position and rating points of 513, while teammate Modester Mupachiwana has progressed by two slots to 53rd. This week's update also includes the second and third fixtures of the three-match T20I series between Ireland and Zimbabwe in Dublin where the visitors were once again whitewashed. Lewis starred with the bat, scoring 154 runs in the series to be named the Player of the Series. Her innings of 67 and 87 in the second and third matches saw her advance to a joint-14th place with India's Rodrigues. Cara Murray advanced three places to 45th in the bowlers' list thanks to her hauls of three for 19 and three for 17 in the first two matches. She ended the series as the leading wicket taker with seven scalps to her name. For more on the ICC Rankings, please click here.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Lord's to host its historic first-ever women's Test in 2026; India vs England at the Home of Cricket
Image credit: Lords cricket Ground Lord's Cricket Ground will host its first-ever women's Test match in 2026 when England face India from July 10-13, as part of a significant summer of cricket that includes England hosting the ICC Women's T20 World Cup from June 12 to July 15, according to the England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) announcement of their 2026 home schedule. The historic Test match at Lord's represents a milestone for women's cricket in England, with the venue having never hosted a women's Test match in its long history. The match will follow the traditional four-day format used in women's cricket. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! England women's team, led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, will have a busy season featuring multiple white-ball series against New Zealand, India, and Ireland, alongside the Test match against India. Inside Lord's: Exclusive Stadium Tour & Must-Do Experiences "We're really excited to unveil what promises to be a spectacular summer of international cricket in 2026," said ECB Chief Executive Officer Richard Gould. "With world-class opposition visiting iconic venues across the country, fans will have the chance to witness the very best of the men's and women's game." "The highlight of the summer will undoubtedly be the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, hosted here in England for the first time since 2009. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo It's a huge moment for the women's game, for Nat Sciver-Brunt and her team, and it's a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of players and fans. And just after that, we're thrilled that Lord's will also host an England Women's Test match for the first time, marking a really special period for the women's game. " The announcement comes after England Women's last home Test match in 2023, where they faced a defeat against Australia at Trent Bridge in a five-day format. The ICC Women's T20 World Cup returns to England for the first time since 2009, marking a significant moment for women's cricket in the country. The tournament is expected to draw substantial attention to women's cricket on home soil. The ECB's 2026 schedule announcement encompasses both men's and women's international fixtures, featuring matches at various iconic venues across the country. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
6 days ago
- Sport
- News18
History Set To Be Made! Lord's To Host First-Ever Women's Test In 2026
Lord's Cricket Ground will host its first women's Test match in 2026, with England facing India from July 10-13. The summer also includes the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Lord's Cricket Ground will make history in 2026 by hosting a women's Test match for the first time, as England take on India in what promises to be a landmark fixture in the women's game. The match is scheduled to take place from July 10 to 13 and will be part of a packed international summer that also includes England hosting the ICC Women's T20 World Cup for the first time since 2009. The global tournament will run from June 12 to July 15 and is expected to draw significant attention to women's cricket on home soil. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the full 2026 home schedule for both men's and women's teams on Thursday, highlighting a summer filled with high-profile series and iconic venues. Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead England Women through a busy season featuring white-ball series against New Zealand, India, and Ireland, as well as the historic red-ball Test against India at Lord's. A Milestone for Women's Cricket 'We're really excited to unveil what promises to be a spectacular summer of international cricket in 2026," said ECB Chief Executive Officer Richard Gould. 'With world-class opposition visiting iconic venues across the country, fans will have the chance to witness the very best of the men's and women's game." 'The highlight of the summer will undoubtedly be the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, hosted here in England for the first time since 2009. It's a huge moment for the women's game, for Nat Sciver-Brunt and her team, and it's a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of players and fans. And just after that, we're thrilled that Lord's will also host an England Women's Test match for the first time, marking a really special period for the women's game." Test Cricket Returns After 2023 Defeat England Women last played a home Test in 2023, suffering a five-day defeat to Australia at Trent Bridge. The 2026 Test against India at Lord's will revert to the traditional four-day format used in women's cricket. In addition to the marquee Test, England Women will play white-ball series against New Zealand, India, and Ireland throughout the summer. (with agency inputs) view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 18:28 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
