ICC ODI Rankings: Smriti Mandhana ranks second; Ashleigh Gardner becomes the No. 1 all-rounder

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced the latest update for One Day International (ODI) player rankings for women cricketers, reflecting recent performances in bilateral series and global tournaments. These rankings highlight positional changes among batsmen, bowlers and all-rounders, showcasing standout players who have made significant contributions to their teams.

Batsmen’s order: New highs for Smriti Mandhana

Smriti Mandhan of India made a significant leap, securing the second spot in the batsmen’s rankings. Her performances in the recent series against Ireland were nothing short of spectacular, where she smashed a brilliant century, showing her class and consistency. The first place, however, still holds Laura Wolvaardt from South Africa, who has been a consistent scorer, notably with his career-best 184* against Sri Lanka in April.

Top 3 batsmen

• Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa) – 773 rating points
• Smriti Mandhana (India) – 738 rating points
• Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka) – 733 rating points

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Bowling order: Sophie Ecclestone’s order

In the bowling department, Sophie Ecclestone England continue their reign at the top, with an impressive points lead over their counterparts. Her ability to control the game with left-arm spin was key for England. Not far behind, Ashleigh Gardner from Australia has made significant strides, showing her dual threat with both bat and ball.

Top 3 bowlers

• Sophie Ecclestone (England) – 770 rating points
• Ashleigh Gardner (Australia) – 724 rating points
• Megan Schutt (Australia) – 687 rating points

All-rounders: Ashleigh Gardner takes the top spot

The all-purpose player category saw a change with the passing of Gardner Marizanne Kapp for the number one spot, thanks to her recent performances at the Women’s Ashes 2025 where she excelled in both departments. Gardner’s ability to influence the game with his bowling and then contribute significantly with the bat was outstanding.

3 best all-rounders

• Gardner (Australia) – 469 rating points
• Marizanne Kapp (South Africa) – 444 rating points
• Hayley Matthews (West Indies) – 426 rating points

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