22-07-2025
ENG-W vs IND-W: Harmanpreet Kaur eyes major landmark as India gear up for ODI decider
Harmanpreet Kaur is just 33 runs away from reaching 4000 ODI runs. As she leads India in a key match against England, fans will be hoping to see their captain make history and guide the team to a memorable series captain Harmanpreet Kaur is on the brink of a significant milestone in her illustrious career. As India gear up to face England in the third and final ODI at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, Kaur needs just 33 runs to reach 4000 runs in Women's One-Day she crosses the mark, Harmanpreet will become only the third Indian woman to achieve this feat, joining the elite company of Mithali Raj and Smriti Mandhana. Mithali leads the charts with an extraordinary 7,805 runs from 211 innings, while Smriti is currently second with 4,543 runs in 104 innings. Harmanpreet, with 3,967 runs from 128 innings, is expected to join the exclusive club in the upcoming series decider.
Also Read: Why was Tammy Beaumont not given out Obstructing the Field in Lord's ODI: ExplainedWith the three-match ODI series level at 1-1, the final clash promises to be a high-stakes affair. All eyes will be on Harmanpreet—not just for her leadership, but also for the personal milestone that would further cement her legacy as one of Indian cricket's Kaur setting high standards In Women's T20 Internationals, Harmanpreet has also made her mark. She is currently India's second-highest run-scorer in the format, with 3,654 runs in 162 innings - trailing only Smriti Mandhana, who leads with 3,982 runs from 147 innings. Given her consistent form, it's only a matter of time before she closes in on that record as her international debut in 2009, Harmanpreet's journey has been defined by hard-earned milestones and clutch performances. Renowned for her aggressive batting, leadership, and composure under pressure, she has become a cornerstone of Indian women's of the standout chapters of her recent career has come in the Women's Premier League (WPL), where she has captained the Mumbai Indians to back-to-back titles - winning the inaugural season in 2023 and following it up with another triumph in 2025. Under her leadership, MI have emerged as one of the WPL's most dominant teams, built on a foundation of talent, unity, and strong leadership. Her presence has been instrumental in mentoring younger players and lifting the side in high-pressure India head into the series decider against England, Harmanpreet Kaur stands once again at the cusp of history. With the bat in hand and a legacy still in the making, she will look to deliver -just as she has done so many times before.- EndsMust Watch
