On July 9, 2025, at Old Trafford in Manchester, Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur will etch her name into the record books by playing her 333rd international match, equalling Mithali Raj as the most-capped player in the history of Indian women’s cricket. The milestone will be achieved during the fourth T20I of the ongoing five-match series against England.
A pillar of Indian cricket for over a decade and a half, Harmanpreet’s journey has been defined by longevity, leadership, and impact across all formats. Since making her debut in 2009, she has become one of India’s most influential players, both as a batter and as a captain.
In One-Day Internationals, Harmanpreet has played 146 matches, scoring 3,943 runs at an average of 37.55. Her ODI record includes 6 centuries and 19 half-centuries. Her top score of 171 not out in the semi-final against Australia remains one of the greatest innings in the history of the Women’s Cricket World Cup. She has also contributed with the ball, taking 31 wickets with her off-spin.
In Twenty20 Internationals, she has featured in 180 matches, the most T20I appearances by any player across genders. She has scored 3,613 runs at an average of 28.90. She has registered one century and 14 fifties in the format. A player for big occasions, her sole T20I century came in the 2018 T20 World Cup against New Zealand. With the ball, she has taken 32 wickets and has often stepped up to deliver breakthroughs in key moments. Her best bowling figures of 4/23 came against the West Indies.
Harmanpreet was also the first Indian woman cricketer to score 3,000 runs in T20 Internationals. Her consistent performances in the shortest format have placed her among the legends. She currently stands third on the list of most runs in Women’s T20 Internationals—a testament to her longevity and impact at the top level.
In the Test format, though she has had limited opportunities, she has played six matches, scored one half-century against South Africa, and also taken 12 wickets, including a fifer against the same opposition—showcasing her all-round ability.
Harmanpreet took over as India’s full-time white-ball captain in 2022. Since then, she has led the team in several notable campaigns and historic series wins, including memorable victories overseas. She is India’s most experienced T20I captain and the first to register over 50 wins in the format.
She has also set benchmarks as a leader in the shortest format. Harmanpreet has captained Team India in 125 T20 Internationals—the most by any player in the history of Women’s T20Is. Under her leadership, India has secured 72 wins, making her the second-most successful captain in terms of victories, just behind Australia’s former skipper Meg Lanning, who leads the list with 76 wins.
Her leadership is often praised for bringing a fearless and more attacking style of play to the team. Beyond the field, she has also played a key role in nurturing young talent and helping shape a positive team culture built on confidence and accountability.
By equalling Mithali Raj’s record of 333 international appearances, Harmanpreet has reached a major milestone that reflects her longevity and impact on the game. While Mithali paved the way with her incredible batting and calm leadership, Harmanpreet has built her own legacy as a dynamic batter, dependable bowler, and bold captain.
With more cricket ahead of her, Harmanpreet is well-positioned to surpass this record and continue setting new benchmarks in Indian and world cricket. Her journey remains an inspiration for aspiring cricketers and a symbol of how far women’s cricket has come in India.
As she prepares to lead India in the crucial fourth T20I against England, Harmanpreet Kaur will be aiming to script history by sealing India’s first-ever T20I series win against England. With two ICC World Cups approaching soon—the ODI at home this year and the T20I in England scheduled next year—the Indian skipper will also be focused on guiding her team to their first ICC title. For Harmanpreet, the goal is not just about personal milestones but about leading India to long-awaited global glory.
