Smriti Mandhana Triumphs at BBC Indian Sportswoman 2025 Awards
Smriti Mandhana has been named the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for 2025 following her instrumental role in India’s historic Women’s World Cup triumph. The award recognizes her outstanding performance, including record-breaking feats and consistent contributions to Indian women’s cricket, cementing her status as one of the game’s modern greats.
Smriti Mandhana Honoured as BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2025
Smriti Mandhana was recognized as the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for 2025, celebrating her pivotal contributions to India’s triumphant campaign in the 2025 Women’s World Cup. Mandhana, who is touring Australia with the Indian team for multi-format assignments, expressed her gratitude in a video message, stating, “Thank you BBC for giving me the award for Best Sportswoman of the Year. 2025 was a special year for women’s cricket, especially towards the end we had a World Cup and I’m happy I could contribute and help India win matches.”
At 29, Mandhana has already established herself among the elite of women’s cricket, holding the second-highest number of centuries in women’s One Day Internationals and ranking third in total runs among active players worldwide. Her consistency and ability to deliver in high-pressure matches, including the World Cup, have defined her career.
Record-Breaking Performances and Milestones
Smriti Mandhana’s 2025 season was marked by a string of remarkable achievements. Most notably, she recorded a 50-ball century against Australia, the fastest international fifty by an Indian, breaking Virat Kohli’s long-standing record. This innings exemplified her aggressive style and capacity to dominate world-class bowling attacks.
Mandhana’s performances in domestic and international arenas reflect her sustained excellence. Hailing from Sangli city in Maharashtra, she credits her early cricketing inspiration to her father and brother, both district-level cricketers.
Other Notable Award Winners at the BBC Ceremony
The BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2025 event also recognized a range of athletes for their achievements:
Divya Deshmukh – Emerging Player of the Year for her historic FIDE Women’s World Cup victory at age 20.
Written by 8jjsports.com News Desk | February 17, 2026
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