Queen of Boundaries! Smriti Mandhana Becomes First Cricketer Among Men and Women to Hit 600 T20I Fours

Smriti Mandhana has once again proved why she is one of the brightest stars in world cricket. The Indian vice-captain scripted history during India’s Women’s T20 World Cup clash against the Netherlands, becoming the first player—male or female—to hit 600 fours in T20 internationals.The elegant left-hander reached the landmark in trademark style at Headingley, threading a crisp drive through the off-side field to register her 600th boundary. By the end of the innings, she had taken her tally to an astonishing 604 fours in just 168 T20I appearances, leaving the rest of the cricketing world trailing behind.A Classy Knock Lights Up HeadingleyMandhana continued her superb form with a fluent 74 off 47 balls, recording her second consecutive fifty-plus score of the tournament. Displaying her trademark timing and exquisite strokeplay, she mixed caution with aggression to anchor India’s innings.Opening partner Shafali Verma complemented her perfectly, smashing 55 off 38 balls to register her first half-century of the World Cup. Together, the duo unleashed a batting masterclass, putting on a breathtaking 115-run partnership off just 70 deliveries.After the Netherlands elected to field first, India raced to 59 runs in the powerplay. Shafali launched the early assault, while Mandhana gradually accelerated, punishing both pace and spin with elegant drives and precise placement.The Queen of BoundariesMandhana’s record underlines her remarkable consistency and longevity. Her 604 boundaries put her in a league of her own.New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates occupies second place on the all-time T20I list with 521 fours. The gap is even wider when compared with the men’s game. Pakistan’s Babar Azam tops the men’s chart with 477 fours, followed by Ireland’s Paul Stirling with 449, while Indian captain Rohit Sharma has 383.The numbers highlight just how dominant Mandhana has been. No player in the history of T20 internationals has accumulated boundaries at such a prolific rate.Already regarded as one of India’s finest batters, Mandhana’s latest feat adds another golden chapter to her illustrious career. From match-winning knocks to rewriting record books, the stylish southpaw continues to raise the bar for generations to come.The latest milestone adds to what has already been a remarkable year for Smriti Mandhana. Recently, the Indian vice-captain earned global recognition after being named among TIME magazine’s 100 most influential people in sports, becoming one of the few Indian cricketers to receive the honour. Now, with a historic record that no player—man or woman—has achieved before, Mandhana continues to redefine excellence and strengthen her status as one of the brightest stars in world cricket.