Chennai, June 30, 2025 — India’s star opener Smriti Mandhana finally broke the barrier she’d been chasing for years, smashing her maiden T20 International century in a thrilling display of power and timing. Mandhana’s scintillating knock silenced doubts about her T20 big-match conversions and fulfilled a friendly challenge from her teammate, spinner Radha Yadav.

“It’s High Time You Got a T20I Hundred”

Speaking after the match, Mandhana revealed how Radha had been teasing her about frequently getting out in the 70s and 80s without crossing the three-figure mark in T20Is.

“She was telling me, ‘It’s high time you get a century in T20Is. You keep getting out in the 70s, 80s and you are not doing justice to your talent,’” Mandhana shared with a smile. “So I told her, ‘See, I got it today!’”

A Flawless Knock

Mandhana’s innings of 104 runs off 63 balls was a blend of aggression and elegance, featuring 14 boundaries and 3 sixes. Her century came against [Opponent Team], lifting India to a commanding total of [Team Score].

Her milestone was greeted with thunderous applause from the crowd and an emotional celebration on the field. Teammates rushed to congratulate her as she raised her bat and helmet high in the air.

Consistency Rewarded

The left-hander has been a consistent performer in the shorter formats but had narrowly missed centuries on multiple occasions. Before this innings, her highest T20I score stood at 86.

“Smriti has always had the shots and temperament,” said India’s coach [Coach Name]. “This century was just a matter of time.”

India’s Dominance Continues

Mandhana’s knock powered India to victory, helping the team strengthen its dominance in the series. The Player of the Match award was the icing on the cake for the stylish opener.

Looking ahead, Mandhana expressed hope that this century would unlock even bigger performances in the future.

“I hope many more hundreds come. I just want to keep contributing to the team’s wins.”

Mandhana’s maiden T20I ton isn’t just a personal triumph—it’s a statement that she’s ready to elevate her game even higher on the global stage.