The ICC Women’s T20I Rankings have undergone significant changes in the aftermath of the recent series between India and the West Indies. The steady performance of Smriti Mandhana and the exceptional all-round skills of Hayley Matthews have moved them closer to the top ranks in their respective fields.
1. Recap of the India vs. West Indies T20I Series
- The Indian squad, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, welcomed Hayley Matthews and her West Indies team for a white-ball series from December 15 to 27, 2024.
- India emerged victorious in the three-match T20I series with a 2-1 result, demonstrating their strength in the game’s shortest format.
Key performances from both squads have had a considerable effect on the ICC rankings.
2. Top Movers in the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings
Smriti Mandhana: Exceptional Performance
- Smriti Mandhana shone with the bat, notching three consecutive half-centuries.
- She concluded the series as the leading run-scorer with 193 runs, boasting a strike rate of 159.50 and an average of 64.33.
- These outstanding contributions helped her advance one position to 2nd place with 753 points, drawing nearer to the top position.
Hayley Matthews: West Indies’ Key Player
- Hayley Matthews led her team in runs scored, placing third in the series overall with 108 runs. She made a remarkable unbeaten 85 off 47 balls in the second match.
- This performance propelled her up two spots to 3rd place with 748 points, putting her on par with Tahlia McGrath from Australia.
Other Notable Batting Performances
- Jemimah Rodrigues (India): Scored 125 runs, highlighted by a 73 off 35 balls in the opening T20I, leading to her rise to 14th place with 618 points.
- Richa Ghosh (India): Achieved a rapid 106 runs at a strike rate of 203.84, which boosted her up five spots to 23rd place (575 points).
- Deandra Dottin (West Indies): Made 77 runs across two innings, ascending four spots to 35th (502 points).
- Qiana Joseph (West Indies): Accumulated 98 runs in three innings, increasing her ranking by nine spots to 56th (435 points).
3. Changes in the ICC Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings
Radha Yadav’s Excellence
- Radha Yadav stood out as the leading wicket-taker in the series, claiming six wickets over three matches.
- Her remarkable displays elevated her by three spots to 16th place with 663 points, tying with Hayley Matthews.
Sadia Iqbal’s Progress
- Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal edged closer to the top rank, sharing the 2nd position with Sophie Ecclestone (745 points).
Additional Bowling Highlights
- Shreyanka Patil (India): Moved up one position to 20th place with 628 points.
- Chenille Henry (West Indies): Secured three wickets, climbing three spots to 61st with 441 points.
- Deandra Dottin (West Indies): With her four wickets, she made a remarkable leap of 96 spots to 99th place (331 points).
4. Updates in the ICC Women’s T20I All-Rounder Rankings
Deandra Dottin’s Ascent
- Deandra Dottin’s all-round performance—including 77 runs and four wickets—propelled her up 30 spots to 20th place with 166 points.
Chinelle Henry’s Contributions
- Henry amassed 50 runs and took three wickets, which enabled her to rise seven spots to 27th with 141 points.
Radha Yadav’s Overall Impact
- Radha Yadav not only excelled with six wickets but also contributed with the bat, moving up three spots to 76th with 64 points.
5. Rising Stars and Noteworthy Performances
Qiana Joseph (West Indies)
- Joseph’s solid performances with the bat allowed her to rise by three positions to 50th in the all-rounder rankings with 88 points.
Chenille Henry (West Indies)
- With her contributions both with bat and ball, she remains a player to watch, having risen significantly across various rankings.
Image Source: Smriti Mandhana @ Instagram
