In a commanding display against New Zealand at the Women's World Cup, Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana once again proved her match-winning credentials, crafting a sublime 109 to guide her team to a crucial victory.
This performance not only sealed India's semi-final spot in the tournament but also earned Mandhana a familiar accolade, the Player of the Match award. With this latest honour, Mandhana further cements her status in an elite group of most Player of the Match awards in the history of Women's ODI cricket.
Let's take a look at the elite group of women cricketers who top the list.
1 Stafanie Taylor 28 POTM awards
2 Mithali Raj 20 POTM awards
3 Smriti Mandhana 18 POTM awards
4 Ellyse Perry Charlotte Edwards 17 POTM awards