Mandhana’s record-breaking innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, as she dismantled the Hong Kong bowling attack to finish with a spectacular 124 off just 64 deliveries. Her knock, which included 14 fours and seven sixes, propelled India to a commanding total of 193/5. This performance also established a new benchmark for the highest individual score in the history of the Women's T20 Asia Cup.
A Record-Breaking Display of Power-Hitting
The match began with Hong Kong winning the toss and electing to field, but they were immediately put on the back foot by the opening partnership of Mandhana and Shafali Verma. While Verma provided an explosive start with 28 off 17 balls, her departure allowed Mandhana to take center stage. The left-hander reached her half-century in 40 balls before accelerating significantly, needing only 17 more deliveries to reach the three-figure mark.
Mandhana’s innings was eventually cut short in the final over when she was run out by a direct throw from Iqra Sahar while attempting a quick single. Despite the late dismissal, her contribution accounted for nearly two-thirds of India's final score. Supporting contributions came from Richa Ghosh, who added 11, and captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who chipped in with 10. For Hong Kong, Marina Lamplough was the most successful bowler, finishing with figures of 2/46, while Joyleen Kaur, Ruchitha Venkatesh, and Sahar each claimed a wicket.
Context of the Achievement
With this 18th century, Mandhana now stands alone at the top of the list for most international hundreds in the women's game. She moves ahead of Lanning and South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt, who both sit on 17 centuries. Other notable names on the list include Hayley Matthews with 15, and Suzie Bates and Tammy Beaumont, who have each recorded 14. Mandhana’s strike rate of 193.75 during this innings further underscored the clinical nature of her performance, leaving Hong Kong with a daunting target of 194 to chase.
