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Smriti Mandhana’s 1000-Run Record: Beats Virat Kohli to 5000 ODI Runs in Just 112 Innings

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 4 days ago | Oct 12, 2025 08:20 pm IST
Smriti Mandhana's 1000-Run Record: Beats Virat Kohli to 5000 ODI Runs in Just 112 Innings

Records are made to be broken, right? But what about when you break a record held by the one and only Virat Kohli? Yeah, that just happened. On October 12, 2025, during a high-stakes Women’s World Cup match against Australia, Smriti Mandhana didn’t just play cricket; she rewrote history, leaving legends in her wake.

Key Takeaways

  • Smriti Mandhana became the first woman ever to score 1,000 ODI runs in a single calendar year.
  • She reached 5,000 ODI runs in just 112 innings, becoming the fastest Indian cricketer to do so, surpassing Virat Kohli’s record of 114 innings.
  • Mandhana shattered Belinda Clark’s 28-year-old record for the most ODI runs by a woman in a calendar year (970 runs set in 1997).
  • Globally, she is now the third-fastest player (male or female) to reach 5,000 ODI runs, only behind Babar Azam (97) and Hashim Amla (101).

The Day Records Tumbled

Look, the match against Australia was always going to be a big deal. But nobody saw this coming. Mandhana walked out to the pitch needing a few runs to make history, and she did it with style. With a blistering knock of 80 runs off 66 balls, she first sailed past Belinda Clark’s 28-year-old record for most runs in a calendar year.

But she wasn’t done. Not even close. During that same incredible innings, she crossed the 5,000 ODI run mark. And here’s the kicker: she did it in 112 innings. Why does that number matter? Because the fastest Indian to do it before her was Virat Kohli, who took 114 innings. She didn’t just break the record; she beat the king.

Putting These Numbers into Perspective

Let’s be clear. This isn’t just a win for women’s cricket. This is a moment for all of Indian cricket. Beating a record set by Kohli is almost unthinkable, given his legendary consistency. Mandhana proved she’s in a league of her own.

Expert Analysis

Analysts are pointing out that this isn’t a fluke. Mandhana has been the top-ranked ODI batter since October 7, 2025. Her performance throughout the year has been nothing short of spectacular, amassing 982 runs in just 17 innings even before she broke Clark’s record against South Africa on October 9. She’s now the fifth-highest run-scorer in women’s ODIs, cementing her place among the all-time greats.

The Social Media Storm

As you can imagine, the internet absolutely exploded. Fans were drawing direct comparisons, with hashtags celebrating the ‘Queen’ outrunning the ‘King’. It sparked a massive conversation about the incredible talent in the Indian Women’s team and pushed women’s cricket right into the mainstream spotlight during the 2025 World Cup, which is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

What This Means for the Game

This is huge. Achievements like this are what inspire the next generation. The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 was already seen as a pivotal event to promote the sport, but Mandhana’s historic run adds a whole new level of excitement. It encourages more participation at the grassroots level and shows everyone that the women’s game is just as thrilling and competitive.

So, as she continues to lead the batting rankings and chase a World Cup trophy, one question remains. What record will Smriti Mandhana break next? Honestly, we can’t wait to find out.