Top women cricketers of all time

Mithali Raj (India)

If there was one person who could take the baton from the legendary Diana Edulji as the mainstay of the Indian women’s cricket team, it was the unassuming lady from Rajasthan who has been a rock in the batting line-up.

Mithali shot to international prominence by scoring 214 against England in only her third Test, breaking Karen Rolton’s record in 2002. A right-hander who bats in the middle-order, she has been a pillar of strength for her side, soldiering on without being fazed by the opposition. There have been hints of a gentle comparison with Rahul Dravid.

The Railways cricketer has evolved into one of the coolest and most mature heads in Indian cricket, leading the side to the final of the World Cup in 2005, a Test series victory against England and the Asia Cup. Her leg-breaks also provide variety to the attack, and she has also been a recipient of the Arjuna award in 2003. Definitely an all-time great for sure.