Smriti Mandhana Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full Name: Smriti Shriniwas Mandhana

Nickname(s): Bebu (called by her parents), Mandy, Smithy

Profession: Cricketer (Batsman)

Date of Birth: 18 July 1996 (Thursday)

Age (as of 2024): 28 Years

Birthplace: Mumbai

Zodiac sign: Cancer

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Sangli, Maharashtra

Religion: Hinduism

Caste: Marwari

Food Habit: Eggetarian

Age: 28 Years

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EDUCATION

School: Shardashram Vidyamandir International School, Mumbai

College/University: Deccan Education Society’s Chintamanrao College of Commerce, Sangli, Maharashtra

Educational Qualifications: B.Com

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″ (173 cm)

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Black

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Unmarried

Affairs/Boyfriends: Palaash Muchhal

Parents: Father – Shrinivas Mandhana (Former district-level cricketer, Chemical distributor) Mother – Smita Mandhana (Homemaker)

Siblings: Brother – Sharavan Mandhana (Former district-level cricketer, Banker)

Boyfriend: Palaash Muchhal

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: ODI – On 10 April 2013 vs Bangladesh Women in Ahmedabad Test – On 13 August 2014 vs England Women in Wormsley T20 – On 5 April 2013 vs Bangladesh Women in Vadodara

Awards: • Arjuna Award (2019) • ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year (2018, 2021) • BCCI Best International Women Cricketer award (2024)

MONEY FACTOR

Car Collection: Range Rover Evoque, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire, Audi, BMW

Salary (approx.)[2]The Financial Express: • BCCI Contract : Rs. 50 Lakhs per year (Grade A contract) (as of 2023) • ODI fee : Rs. 6 lakh • T20I fee : Rs. 3 lakh • Test fee : Rs. 15 lakh • WPL fee : Rs 3.4 crore per season (as of 2024)

Net Worth (approx.): Rs. 32 crore (as of 2024) [3] The Financial Express

OTHER INFORMATION

Jersey Number: #18 (India women’s national cricket team) #18 (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

Domestic/State Team: First-Class • Maharashtra women’s cricket team WPL • Royal Challengers Bangalore Others • Brisbane Heat (WBBL) • Hobart Hurricanes (WBBL) • Western Storm • IPL Trailblazers • Southern Brave • Sydney Thunder (WBBL)

Coach: Anant Tambvekar

Favourite Shot: Front foot cover drive

Records (main ones): • First Indian women cricketer to achieve a double ton in a One Day game. She had smashed 224 off just 150 balls against Gujarat in the West Zone under-19 tournament in October 2013 • First Indian female cricketer to score a century in both ODIs and Tests in Australia • Second cricketer to win two ICC Women’s Cricketer of The Year after Australia’s Ellyse Perry (2018, 2021) • First cricketer to score 10 consecutive 50-plus scores while chasing in ODI cricket • Third Indian woman to score 2,000 runs in T20I cricket

Hobbies: Playing Mobile Games, Travelling, Listening Music

Social Media: • Instagram • Facebook • Twitter

Cricketer: Kumar Sangakkara, Sachin Tendulkar

Footballer: Cristiano Ronaldo

Food: Bhel puri, Aloo paratha, Meethi Bhel of Sangli,

Actor: Hrithik Roshan

Film: Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000), 3 Idiots (2009)

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Smriti Mandhana’s journey into the world of cricket is deeply rooted in her family’s legacy, which boasts a rich history of the sport. Growing up in a household where both her father and brother played district-level cricket for Sangli, it was only natural that Smriti would be inspired by this familial passion. Her determination to pursue cricket crystallized after watching her brother perform at the Maharashtra state Under-16 tournaments. Even today, her brother Shravan remains a pivotal figure in her training, often bowling to her in the nets, reinforcing their shared commitment to the sport.

Beyond cricket, Smriti has diverse interests, particularly in football and tennis, with a special admiration for football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. This love for sports manifests not only in her professional life but also in her leisure time, where she enjoys playing Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). With a remarkable talent for cricket, Smriti caught the eye of selectors at an early age; by just 11 years old, she was selected to join Maharashtra’s Under-19 Cricket team in 2007. However, as she reached her teenage years, her path was not without its challenges. At 15, Smriti aspired to deepen her knowledge in science, but her mother wisely advised her against juggling academics with her burgeoning cricket career.

Smriti made her international debut at the young age of 16 in 2013, competing against Bangladesh. Her resilience and skill quickly became apparent as she scored a half-century on her Test debut against England in 2014, marking her as a player to watch. In a significant career milestone, Smriti became one of the first two Indians to join the Women’s Big Bash League in September 2016 when she was signed by Brisbane Heat, alongside Harmanpreet Kaur. The same year, she notched her maiden international century against Australia at the Bellerive Oval, scoring an impressive 102 runs off 109 balls. Her exceptional performances that year earned her a spot in the 2016 ICC Women’s Team of the Year.

Smriti’s career continued to soar in 2019, as she set the record for the fastest T20I half-century by an Indian batter, achieving this remarkable feat in just 24 balls. This accomplishment was complemented by her ascent to the top of the ICC women’s ODI rankings in February of that year. Known for her left-handed batting—a preference influenced by her father’s admiration for left-handed players—Smriti impressively took only 49 innings to score her first 1,000 runs in T20I cricket, making her the third quickest Indian to reach this milestone. Off the field, she has carved a niche for herself as an influencer, endorsing prominent brands such as SBI, Hyundai, and Dairy Milk.

In addition to her sporting accolades, Smriti’s personal life has also drawn attention. Her love story with Palash began in a charming proposal moment where he dedicated a romantic song to her in front of his sister. As of 2022, Smriti emerged as India’s top scorer in the ICC Women’s Cricket World and was part of the team that proudly clinched a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. The beginning of 2023 brought her a significant career highlight when Royal Challengers Bangalore acquired her for a staggering Rs. 3.4 crore in the inaugural WPL auction, the highest bid of the event. Following this, she served as the vice-captain of the Indian team that secured a gold medal at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, and her leadership led Royal Challengers Bangalore to victory in the WPL title in 2024. Smriti Mandhana continues to be a formidable force in women’s cricket, inspiring many young athletes across the globe.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.