Nat Sciver-Brunt Reclaims No.1 ODI Spot in ICC Rankings, Displacing India’s Smriti Mandhana

England all-rounder Nat Sciver Brunt has surged to the top of the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings, overtaking India’s Smriti Mandhana, who recently held the prestigious No.1 spot. The rankings were updated following the conclusion of the England vs India ODI series, which saw both teams put up spirited performances.

Smriti Mandhana Loses Top Spot Despite Consistent Showing
Smriti Mandhana, who regained the No.1 position in June after nearly six years, slipped to No.2 following the latest update. Her rise had been fueled by consistent performances in the tri-nation series involving Sri Lanka and South Africa. However, in the three-match series against England, she scored 115 runs—a steady contribution but not enough to retain the top spot.

Nat Sciver-Brunt’s Dominance Seals the Deal
Sciver-Brunt’s incredible form proved to be the game-changer. She amassed 160 runs in the series, including a valiant 98 in the final ODI. Although England failed to win the series, her individual brilliance stood out. This marked her return to the No.1 ODI batter position for the first time in 2025, having last held the spot in July 2023.

Since then, Sciver-Brunt consistently featured in the top five, alongside top performers like Laura Wolvaardt of South Africa and India’s Mandhana. Her recent success cements her reputation as one of the most reliable and dynamic batters in the modern women’s game.

Harmanpreet Kaur Rises After Match-Winning Century
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur was another standout performer in the series. Her explosive innings of 102 runs off just 84 balls in the final ODI at Chester-le-Street helped India clinch the series. As a result, she jumped 10 spots in the rankings, breaking into the top 10. She finished the series with 126 runs, becoming the second-highest run-scorer after Sciver-Brunt.

Harmanpreet’s rise in the rankings showcases her growing influence as a leader and power-hitter, especially heading into a crucial World Cup season.

Jemimah Rodrigues Breaks into Top 15
Youngster Jemimah Rodrigues also made notable progress in the ICC rankings. With a total of 101 runs in the series, she climbed two spots, placing herself at 13th in the list of ODI batters. Her ability to anchor the innings and adapt to pressure situations continues to strengthen India’s middle order.

Deepti Sharma Steady Among Top Bowlers
In the bowling department, Deepti Sharma retained her position at No.4 in the ICC Women’s ODI Bowling Rankings. While she took just one wicket during the series, her all-round contribution—scoring 92 runs—was valuable for the team. She remains behind top-ranked Sophie Ecclestone of England and the Australian duo Ashleigh Gardner and Megan Schutt.

Deepti’s consistency in both batting and bowling reinforces her status as one of the most dependable all-rounders in women’s cricket today.

Focus Shifts to the 2025 Women’s World Cup
With the ODI series wrapped up, India now turns its attention to the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup, set to begin in September 2025. The tournament promises to be a pivotal event for teams looking to make a mark on the global stage. For India, the current rankings update and player form offer promising signs of momentum and confidence.

Key Takeaways:
Nat Sciver-Brunt takes the No.1 ODI batter spot after scoring 160 runs in the series.

Smriti Mandhana drops to No.2 despite scoring 115 runs.

Harmanpreet Kaur enters the top 10 with a match-winning century.

Jemimah Rodrigues climbs to 13th after scoring 101 runs.

Deepti Sharma holds 4th position in bowling rankings, with valuable all-round performance.

India wins the ODI series 2-1 against England.

Conclusion
The latest ICC rankings reflect the evolving landscape of women’s cricket, where competition at the top is fiercer than ever. While Sciver-Brunt’s resurgence is a significant storyline, India’s overall team performance and individual progress provide a strong foundation heading into the World Cup. Fans can expect more thrilling contests and dynamic shifts in the rankings as teams prepare for the biggest stage in women’s cricket.