Smriti Mandhana and Virat Kohli, both prominent figures in Indian cricket, have had remarkable careers in One Day Internationals (ODIs). As of January 12, 2025, after 96 ODI innings, their statistics are strikingly similar.
Performance Comparison After 96 ODI Innings
| Player | Runs | Centuries | Fifties |
| Smriti Mandhana | 4074 | 9 | 30 |
| Virat Kohli | 4085 | 13 | 21 |
Key Highlights
- Runs Scored: Smriti Mandhana has scored 4074 runs, while Virat Kohli has slightly edged her out with 4085 runs.
- Centuries: Kohli leads with 13 centuries compared to Mandhana’s 9.
- Fifties: Mandhana has a higher number of fifties at 30, whereas Kohli has scored 21 fifties.
Context and Milestones
Smriti Mandhana recently became the fastest Indian woman to reach 4000 ODI runs, achieving this milestone in just 95 innings, making her the third-fastest woman overall to reach this mark.
In contrast, Virat Kohli reached the same milestone in 93 innings, which is one of the fastest in men’s cricket history.
Personal Perspective
Mandhana has expressed her discomfort with comparisons to Kohli, emphasizing that while she respects his achievements, each player has their unique journey. She stated, “I don’t like comparisons. Don’t compare him with me just because I’m wearing a No.18 jersey”.
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Both players exemplify excellence in their respective formats and have significantly contributed to Indian cricket, making them role models for aspiring cricketers.
