Indian women’s cricket has witnessed many brilliant performances, especially by its bowlers. Recently, Kranti Goud joined this special club with an exceptional display against England. Here’s a look at the top five bowling figures for India in Women’s ODIs, written in simple words for easy understanding.
5. Ekta Bisht – 5 wickets for 8 runs
- When and Where: February 19, 2017, ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier, Colombo.
- Opponent: Pakistan
- Highlight: Ekta Bisht, a left-arm spinner, bowled 10 overs and took 5 wickets giving away only 8 runs. Seven of her overs were maidens (no runs scored at all).
- Result: Pakistan got out for just 67. India chased the target of 68 runs easily and won by 7 wickets. Ekta Bisht was named Player of the Match.
4. Kranti Goud – 6 wickets for 52 runs
- When and Where: July 22, 2025, ODI vs England, Chester-le-Street.
- Opponent: England
- Highlight: Kranti Goud, only 22 years old, picked up 6 big wickets in 9.5 overs. She dismissed important batters like Beaumont, Jones, and others while defending 319 runs.
- Result: England were bowled out for 305. India won the match by 13 runs and also won the series 2-1.
3. Jhulan Goswami – 6 wickets for 31 runs
- When and Where: 2011, NatWest Women’s Quadrangular Series, Southgate.
- Opponent: New Zealand
- Highlight: The legendary pacer Jhulan Goswami delivered an outstanding spell, taking 6 wickets in 10 overs for just 31 runs.
- Result: Although Goswami bowled superbly, India lost the match as they couldn’t chase the target.
2. Deepti Sharma – 6 wickets for 20 runs
- When and Where: February 19, 2016, ICC Women’s Championship, Ranchi.
- Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Highlight: Deepti Sharma took 6 wickets for just 20 runs in 9.2 overs, bowling Sri Lanka out for only 112 runs. She also scored 28 runs while batting, helping India win comfortably.
- Result: India won the match and Deepti Sharma was awarded Player of the Match.
1. Mamatha Maben – 6 wickets for 10 runs
- When and Where: April 25, 2004, ODI vs Sri Lanka, Kandy.
- Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Highlight: Mamatha Maben produced the best ever ODI bowling for India—6 wickets for just 10 runs in 6.2 overs, including 3 maidens.
- Result: Sri Lanka were bowled out for 66, and India won easily by 10 wickets.
These performances are proof of the skill and determination of India’s women cricketers, inspiring future generations to dream big on the cricket field.
