Throughout her tenure with the national side, Raut featured in four Tests, 73 ODIs, and 35 T20Is. Reflecting on her time at the highest level, she expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to represent her country, noting that the experience had been the greatest honour of her life and instrumental in shaping her character and resilience.
A Distinguished Career on the Global Stage
Raut’s statistical contributions to Indian cricket are significant, having accumulated 2,299 runs in ODIs, 719 runs in T20Is, and 264 runs in the Test format. Her international record includes four centuries—three in the 50-over format and one in a Test match against South Africa in 2014—alongside 19 half-centuries across white-ball formats. Her final appearance for India came in an ODI against England in June 2021.
Among her most notable achievements was her performance during the 2017 Women's World Cup. Raut was a cornerstone of the Indian batting lineup, scoring 381 runs throughout the tournament. Her contribution in the final at Lord's, where she scored 86 runs against England, remains a highlight of her career, despite the team falling just nine runs short of the title. During that same tournament, she also produced a memorable 109-run innings against Ireland, featuring in a record-breaking 320-run opening partnership with Deepti Sharma.
Reflecting on a Legacy of Integrity
Beyond her run-scoring ability, Raut was often noted for her sportsmanship. In 2021, during India's pink-ball Test against Australia, she garnered widespread attention for her decision to walk off the field after edging a delivery, even though the umpire had ruled her not out. This moment of integrity was widely praised within the cricketing community.
In her farewell statement, Raut extended her appreciation to the Mumbai Cricket Association, crediting the organization for the guidance and opportunities provided during her formative years. As she steps away from the international game, she leaves behind a legacy defined by her consistency at the top of the order and her dedication to the Indian jersey.
