{"id":52677,"date":"2026-06-17T14:25:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T08:55:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=52677"},"modified":"2026-06-17T14:25:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T08:55:12","slug":"smriti-mandhana-time100-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026: Only Indian in TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports List"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#Smriti_Mandhana_TIME100_2026_Indian_women_cricketer_Smriti_Mandhana_becomes_the_only_Indian_featured_in_TIME100_Most_Influential_People_in_Sports_2026_list_highlighting_her_achievements_and_global_impact_in_womens_cricket\" >Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026: Indian women cricketer Smriti Mandhana becomes the only Indian featured in TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list, highlighting her achievements and global impact in women\u2019s cricket.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#Introduction_to_the_Recognition\" >Introduction to the Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%8F%8F_Smriti_Mandhanas_Achievement_and_Global_Impact\" >\ud83c\udfcf Smriti Mandhana\u2019s Achievement and Global Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_Role_in_Womens_Cricket_Growth\" >\ud83c\udf0d Role in Women\u2019s Cricket Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%8F%86_Leadership_and_Consistency\" >\ud83c\udfc6 Leadership and Consistency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_this_News_is_Important\" >\ud83d\udccc Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%8C%90_Global_Recognition_for_Indian_Womens_Cricket\" >\ud83c\udf10 Global Recognition for Indian Women\u2019s Cricket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_Indias_Representation_in_Global_Sports\" >\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India\u2019s Representation in Global Sports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Relevance_for_Competitive_Exams\" >\ud83d\udcda Relevance for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%9A%80_Impact_on_Women_Empowerment_in_Sports\" >\ud83d\ude80 Impact on Women Empowerment in Sports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_Soft_Power_and_Global_Image\" >\ud83c\udf0d Soft Power and Global Image<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%96_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcd6 Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CSmriti_Mandhana_TIME100_Sports_2026%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from \u201cSmriti Mandhana TIME100 Sports 2026\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#1_Who_is_Smriti_Mandhana\" >1. Who is Smriti Mandhana?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#2_Why_is_Smriti_Mandhana_in_news_in_2026\" >2. Why is Smriti Mandhana in news in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#3_What_is_the_TIME100_Sports_list\" >3. What is the TIME100 Sports list?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#4_Why_is_this_achievement_important_for_India\" >4. Why is this achievement important for India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#5_What_are_Smriti_Mandhanas_major_achievements\" >5. What are Smriti Mandhana\u2019s major achievements?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#6_How_does_this_recognition_help_womens_cricket\" >6. How does this recognition help women\u2019s cricket?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#7_Which_other_global_athletes_are_included_in_TIME100_Sports_list\" >7. Which other global athletes are included in TIME100 Sports list?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/smriti-mandhana-time100-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smriti_Mandhana_TIME100_2026_Indian_women_cricketer_Smriti_Mandhana_becomes_the_only_Indian_featured_in_TIME100_Most_Influential_People_in_Sports_2026_list_highlighting_her_achievements_and_global_impact_in_womens_cricket\"><\/span>Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026: Indian women cricketer Smriti Mandhana becomes the only Indian featured in TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list, highlighting her achievements and global impact in women\u2019s cricket.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_Recognition\"><\/span>Introduction to the Recognition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s women\u2019s cricket vice-captain <strong>Smriti Mandhana<\/strong> has achieved a major global milestone by being named in the <strong>TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026<\/strong> list. She is the <strong>only Indian athlete<\/strong> to feature in this prestigious global ranking, which celebrates individuals shaping the future of sports across the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The list includes legendary global sporting figures such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, and others, highlighting the elite level of recognition Mandhana has received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%8F_Smriti_Mandhanas_Achievement_and_Global_Impact\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfcf Smriti Mandhana\u2019s Achievement and Global Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mandhana\u2019s inclusion reflects her consistent performances and growing influence in international cricket. TIME highlighted her remarkable rise, noting that her career has been marked by record-breaking performances and steady excellence across formats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She has been recognized for multiple historic achievements, including being:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First Indian woman to score a double century in domestic one-day cricket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First Indian woman to score centuries in all three international formats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Among the highest run-scorers in women\u2019s international cricket history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her contributions have not only strengthened India\u2019s position in women\u2019s cricket but have also significantly contributed to the global visibility of the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_Role_in_Womens_Cricket_Growth\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d Role in Women\u2019s Cricket Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mandhana has played a key role in transforming the perception of women\u2019s cricket in India and globally. Her performances in ICC tournaments, domestic leagues, and franchise cricket have inspired a new generation of female athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She has also contributed as a leader, helping India remain competitive in major international tournaments and strengthening franchise teams in women\u2019s leagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%86_Leadership_and_Consistency\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfc6 Leadership and Consistency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond individual performance, Mandhana is widely respected for her leadership qualities and consistency. Her ability to perform under pressure and maintain high standards across formats has made her one of the most dependable batters in world cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her inclusion in the TIME100 list reflects not just sporting excellence but also her influence as a global sports personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Smriti-Mandhana-TIME100-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026\" style=\"width:613px;height:auto\" title=\"Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Why this News is Important <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%90_Global_Recognition_for_Indian_Womens_Cricket\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf10 Global Recognition for Indian Women\u2019s Cricket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Smriti Mandhana\u2019s inclusion in the TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 is significant because it places an Indian woman cricketer among the most powerful global sports personalities. This highlights the increasing recognition of women\u2019s cricket on international platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_Indias_Representation_in_Global_Sports\"><\/span>\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India\u2019s Representation in Global Sports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She is the only Indian in the list, making this achievement important for India\u2019s global sporting image. It reflects India\u2019s growing influence in world sports, especially in women-led disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Relevance_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Relevance for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants of UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, and Defence exams, this news is important under topics like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Awards and Honours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports Current Affairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International Organisations (TIME magazine rankings)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9A%80_Impact_on_Women_Empowerment_in_Sports\"><\/span>\ud83d\ude80 Impact on Women Empowerment in Sports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mandhana\u2019s recognition symbolizes the rise of women athletes in India. It encourages gender equality in sports and motivates young girls to pursue professional cricket and other athletic careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_Soft_Power_and_Global_Image\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d Soft Power and Global Image<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Such international recognitions enhance India\u2019s soft power, showcasing the country\u2019s talent pool and strengthening its global cultural and sporting presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%96_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcd6 Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports<\/strong> is a global list that recognizes athletes, coaches, administrators, and sports influencers who are shaping the future of sports worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TIME magazine has long published influential lists such as TIME100 (general personalities), and in 2026 it expanded its focus on sports personalities to highlight global sporting impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has previously seen athletes featured in global rankings, but women cricketers gaining such recognition reflects the rapid growth of women\u2019s cricket in the last decade, especially after the rise of the Women\u2019s Premier League (WPL) and strong ICC performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Smriti Mandhana has been one of the key figures driving this transformation through consistent international performances and leadership roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CSmriti_Mandhana_TIME100_Sports_2026%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from \u201cSmriti Mandhana TIME100 Sports 2026\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Smriti Mandhana is the only Indian in TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The list features global sports icons like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and LeBron James<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Mandhana is recognized for her record-breaking performances in women\u2019s cricket<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>She has achieved historic milestones including centuries across all formats and major run records<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The recognition highlights the global rise and impact of Indian women\u2019s cricket<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Smriti Mandhana TIME100 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_is_Smriti_Mandhana\"><\/span>1. Who is Smriti Mandhana?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Smriti Mandhana is an Indian women\u2019s cricket team vice-captain and one of the leading opening batters in international cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_is_Smriti_Mandhana_in_news_in_2026\"><\/span>2. Why is Smriti Mandhana in news in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She was included in the <strong>TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026<\/strong> list as the only Indian athlete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_TIME100_Sports_list\"><\/span>3. What is the TIME100 Sports list?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a global recognition list by TIME magazine featuring the most influential athletes, coaches, and sports personalities worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_this_achievement_important_for_India\"><\/span>4. Why is this achievement important for India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It highlights India\u2019s growing influence in global sports, especially women\u2019s cricket, and boosts the country\u2019s international sporting reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_Smriti_Mandhanas_major_achievements\"><\/span>5. What are Smriti Mandhana\u2019s major achievements?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She is the first Indian woman to score centuries across all international formats and has several record-breaking performances in women\u2019s cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_does_this_recognition_help_womens_cricket\"><\/span>6. How does this recognition help women\u2019s cricket?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It increases global visibility of women\u2019s cricket and inspires young girls to take up professional sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_other_global_athletes_are_included_in_TIME100_Sports_list\"><\/span>7. 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