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Top Moments For Team India In 2024 – A Year Of Triumphs, Records, And Heartbreaks

The year 2024 has been a rollercoaster ride for Team India, filled with unforgettable highs and gut-wrenching lows. From record-breaking performances to moments of collective brilliance, the Indian team showcased resilience and skill across all formats. 

Here’s a deep dive into the standout moments of the year, bringing individual milestones and team achievements into the spotlight.

Smriti Mandhana’s Golden Year Etched in History

When we talk about the defining player of 2024, Smriti Mandhana stands unmatched. The elegant southpaw shattered record after record, redefining consistency and dominance in international cricket. 

With 1,602 runs across formats, she now holds the record for the most international runs scored in a calendar year, a monumental feat that underscores her unwavering class.

Mandhana was a colossus in ODIs, amassing 747 runs in just 13 matches, decorated with four centuries and three fifties. In T20Is, she was no less stellar, racking up 763 runs, breaking the record for the most runs in a calendar year in women’s T20Is. Her ability to craft innings of substance and aggression was evident as she also became the player with the most 50+ scores in women’s T20I history.

Beyond the numbers, Mandhana symbolized hope, elegance, and relentless hunger. Her performances were not just statistical marvels but a celebration of her artistry with the bat, leaving a legacy for generations to admire.

India’s Test Triumph

June 2024 will forever be remembered as the month India rewrote the history books in women’s Test cricket. Against South Africa in Chennai, the Indian team posted a jaw-dropping 603/6 declared, the highest team total in women’s Test history. It was an innings that epitomized dominance, patience, and collective brilliance.

At the heart of this achievement was a record-breaking 292-run opening stand between Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana. Shafali’s blistering 205 and Mandhana’s elegant 149 were masterclasses in contrasting styles.

Contributions from Jemimah Rodrigues (55), Harmanpreet Kaur, and Richa Ghosh (both unbeaten half-centuries) further solidified India’s position.

Richa Ghosh’s Explosive Brilliance

If Mandhana defined elegance, Richa Ghosh was the epitome of fearless power. In the third T20I against West Indies, Ghosh lit up Navi Mumbai with a whirlwind 18-ball fifty, equaling the record for the fastest half-century in women’s T20Is. Her 54 off 21 balls, featuring three boundaries and five towering sixes, was a dazzling exhibition of audacity and skill.

Richa’s innings wasn’t just about speed; it was about a young player seizing the moment, showing the world the fearless face of India’s next generation.

Dominance Across Formats

India’s collective brilliance wasn’t confined to individual feats. The team shone brightly, especially in white-ball cricket:

  • Whitewash in Bangladesh: A 5-0 T20I series victory on Bangladesh’s home soil was a testament to India’s supremacy, showcasing their all-around depth.
  • Highest T20I Score: The team posted a record 217/4 against West Indies in December, a fireworks display that reflected their evolving attacking mindset.
  • West Indies Series Wins: A 2-1 T20I series win followed by a commanding 3-0 sweep in the ODIs capped off a year of dominance in bilateral cricket.

Heartbreaks and Lessons

Amidst the highs, there were moments of heartbreak. The Asia Cup final loss to Sri Lanka was a bitter pill to swallow, as was the group-stage exit from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Adding to the list of disappointments was the 3-0 whitewash in the ODI series against Australia, a stark reminder of the gaps that need addressing.

Indian cricket in 2024 was a blend of unparalleled highs and sobering lows, but through it all, it remained a story of growth, evolution, and inspiration.

From Smriti Mandhana’s golden year to team milestones that rewrote history, the team has set a benchmark for what’s possible.

At the same time, the heartbreaks serve as a reminder of the work that lies ahead. As the curtains fall on this extraordinary year, one thing remains clear: Indian cricket is on a trajectory of greatness, fueled by talent, ambition, and an unyielding spirit.


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