India’s star opener Smriti Mandhana continues to dominate the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings, maintaining her position as the world’s No. 1 batter. Mandhana’s consistent form has been a key highlight for India, with a superb century against New Zealand and two impressive scores in the 80s in her recent matches. She remains the only Indian batter in the top 10, underlining her importance to the team’s batting lineup.
Meanwhile, Jemimah Rodrigues has made significant progress, jumping eight places to secure the 19th position among ODI batters. Her recent run of solid performances has helped her move closer to the elite group of international players.
Ashleigh Gardner’s Historic Rise in ICC Rankings
The latest ICC update, however, has been dominated by Australia’s Ashleigh Gardner, who has achieved a rare feat in women’s cricket. Gardner now ranks among the top three in all major categories — batting, bowling, and all-rounders — marking an extraordinary all-round performance on the world stage.
In the bowling rankings, Gardner holds the No. 3 position, just behind England’s Sophie Ecclestone and fellow Australian Alana King. Her explosive batting form has also propelled her to No. 2 among ODI batters, thanks to two centuries in the ongoing World Cup.
Gardner Leads All-Rounders Chart as Australia March to Semi-Finals
Gardner’s all-round brilliance has seen her reclaim the No. 1 spot in the all-rounders’ rankings with a rating of around 503 points, a commanding 81-point lead over South Africa’s Marizanne Kapp.
Her performances in the World Cup have been nothing short of spectacular — 265 runs in just four innings and seven wickets with the ball — playing a pivotal role in ensuring Australia’s smooth march to the semi-final stage as the top team in the tournament.
Australia will now face the home side, India, in the semi-final clash at Navi Mumbai on October 30, where all eyes will be on Ashleigh Gardner as she looks to continue her remarkable run of form.
