WOMEN’S CRICKET

Top Women Cricketers in the World

This page ranks the leading women cricketers in the world based on form, consistency, and match-winning impact.

The list reflects performances across international cricket and major domestic leagues, and is updated periodically as the game evolves.

Women’s cricket has moved from the margins to the mainstream — driven by stronger international calendars, higher professional standards, and the rise of franchise leagues. The Women’s Premier League (WPL), Australia’s WBBL, and England’s The Hundred have increased the game’s visibility. At the same time, ICC tournaments continue to shape reputations and define careers at the highest level.

This guide looks at the top women cricketers in the world right now. The rankings are based on current form, consistency, match-winning impact, and performances across international cricket and leading domestic leagues.

Editor’s note: This page is updated periodically to reflect recent form and major tournament performances.

Who is the best women’s cricketer in the world right now?

There is no single right answer. Different formats demand different skills, and players perform in different roles. The best cricketers are those who excel consistently, adapt to conditions, and deliver when the stakes are highest.

Highest run scorer in women’s cricket

The all-time run charts are led by legendary batters who sustained elite performance over long careers. For full context across eras and formats, see the Records & Milestones section below.

Fastest century in women’s cricket

The quickest hundreds have come from aggressive batters combining power with timing. Key innings and other major records are detailed in the Records & Milestones section.

Top 10 Women Cricketers Right Now

Our rankings focus on how players are performing in the current phase of the game. We assess recent form, match-winning impact, and consistency across formats, with strong weight given to performances in ICC tournaments and domestic leagues such as the WPL, WBBL, and The Hundred.

Career statistics are included for context. As form and results change over time, this list is updated periodically.

1) Smriti Mandhana (India)

Smriti Mandhana debuted for Maharashtra at just 13 and captained the side by 16 before earning her India cap in 2013. Since then, she has become one of the most consistent batters across formats, known for her timing, balance, and calm under pressure. She has also played a major role in franchise cricket, helping lift standards and visibility for the women’s game.

Career snapshot

  • Role: Top-order batter
  • Best format: ODI (elite consistency and volume scoring)
  • Signature strength: Classical timing through the off-side, strong powerplay scoring, and the ability to pace long innings
  • Why she ranks here: A proven match-winner across all formats, Mandhana has delivered consistently for India and RCB in ICC tournaments and franchise leagues.

2) Ellyse Perry (Australia)

Ellyse Perry remains one of the greatest all-rounders women’s cricket has produced. Since debuting for Australia in 2007, she evolved from a fast-bowling prodigy into a reliable top-order batter while maintaining elite all-round value. She earned major ICC honours in 2020, including Female Cricketer of the Decade.

Career snapshot

  • Role: Seam-bowling all-rounder
  • Best format: ODI/Test (long-form impact and consistency)
  • Signature strength: Big-match temperament, balance across formats, influence over long spells
  • Why she ranks here: A generational talent whose longevity and impact have shaped major tournaments and finals for nearly two decades.

3) Nat Sciver-Brunt (England)

Nat Sciver-Brunt has built her career as one of England’s best all-rounders, combining composed batting with disciplined medium pace. Since her 2013 call-up, she has become a tournament-defining performer, particularly in high-pressure international matches and franchise cricket.

Career snapshot

  • Role: All-rounder
  • Best format: ODI/T20I (impact across roles)
  • Signature strength: Composure under pressure, clean middle-overs striking, reliable medium-pace bowling
  • Why she ranks here: Delivers impact in all three phases of a match with elite consistency and technical quality.

4) Harmanpreet Kaur (India)

Harmanpreet Kaur is India’s defining middle-order batter of the modern era and one of the game’s most influential captains. Since her debut in 2009, she has been central to India’s growth, combining power-hitting with calm leadership. Her influence extends into franchise cricket as well.

Career snapshot

  • Role: Middle-order batter (part-time off-spin)
  • Best format: ODI/T20I (finisher & leader)
  • Signature strength: Power-hitting in pressure moments, tactical clarity as skipper
  • Why she ranks here: Consistently delivers in high-stakes matches and reshaped India’s approach with fearless, aggressive cricket.

5) Beth Mooney (Australia)

Beth Mooney has established herself as one of the most reliable batters in women’s cricket while also contributing as a wicketkeeper. She is known for composure, strong shot selection, and consistent output — particularly when stability at the top is critical.

Career snapshot

  • Role: WK-batter
  • Best format: T20I/ODI (consistency & control)
  • Signature strength: Managing run chases, building long innings, calm finishing
  • Why she ranks here: The ultimate big-match anchor, repeatedly delivering in finals and knockout games.

6) Amelia Kerr (New Zealand)

Amelia Kerr is one of the most complete all-rounders in the game — a leg-spinner with sharp variations and a dependable batter. Her international career began as a teenager, and she has built a reputation for match-winning contributions with both bat and ball.

Career snapshot

  • Role: All-rounder (leg-spin)
  • Best format: ODI (dual-impact value)
  • Signature strength: Wicket-taking spin paired with reliable run-scoring
  • Why she ranks here: Impacts the game in all three ways — world-class spin, quality batting, and elite fielding.

7) Alyssa Healy (Australia)

Alyssa Healy redefined the role of the opening batter with a powerplay-first mindset that changed Australia’s approach at the top. She combines aggression with wicketkeeping and has produced some of the most decisive innings of the modern era.

Career snapshot

  • Role: WK-batter (opener)
  • Best format: T20I (powerplay dominance)
  • Signature strength: Early aggression and rapid match acceleration
  • Why she ranks here: A true game-changer capable of deciding matches in the first 10 overs.

8) Ashleigh Gardner (Australia)

Ashleigh Gardner is one of the best modern all-rounders and a key part of Australia’s success across formats. Her off-spin can be lethal in the middle overs, while her batting delivers high-impact runs when momentum matters.

Career snapshot

  • Role: All-rounder (off-spin)
  • Best format: ODI/T20I (control + impact)
  • Signature strength: Middle-overs wicket-taking and power hitting
  • Why she ranks here: A decisive two-way player who consistently delivers match-winning performances.

9) Sophie Ecclestone (England)

Sophie Ecclestone has become the most effective spinner in women’s cricket, combining control with a constant wicket-taking threat. She repeatedly delivers against top opposition and remains one of the most valuable bowlers in white-ball cricket.

Career snapshot

  • Role: Bowler (left-arm spin)
  • Best format: T20I/ODI (efficiency & wickets)
  • Signature strength: Accuracy, pressure-building spells, timely breakthroughs
  • Why she ranks here: Widely regarded as the most consistent bowler in women’s cricket over recent seasons.

10) Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa)

Laura Wolvaardt rose quickly into the elite tier of batters through technique, composure, and consistency. She has produced standout international performances and become a central figure in South Africa’s batting set-up.

Career snapshot

  • Role: Top-order batter
  • Best format: ODI (stability & volume)
  • Signature strength: Clean timing, precise shot selection, innings building
  • Why she ranks here: An elite run-scorer who anchors South Africa at the highest level with technical excellence.

Best Women Batters in the World

The best batters in women’s cricket score runs consistently, adapt across formats, and perform against the strongest attacks.

  • Smriti Mandhana (India): All-format performer combining timing with controlled aggression.
  • Beth Mooney (Australia): World-class tempo manager with exceptional consistency.
  • Meg Lanning (Australia): Set the benchmark for controlled aggression and top-order dominance.

Best Women Bowlers in the World

Elite bowlers combine control, consistency, and wicket-taking ability across conditions.

  • Sophie Ecclestone (England): Modern gold standard for spin efficiency and threat.
  • Jhulan Goswami (India): Historic benchmark for pace bowling through accuracy and longevity.
  • Ellyse Perry (Australia): Match-winning control in high-pressure situations.
  • Amelia Kerr (New Zealand): Dual value through wicket-taking spin and dependable batting.

Best Women All-Rounders

All-rounders influence matches in multiple ways and provide balance across formats.

  • Ellyse Perry: Benchmark for all-format all-round excellence.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt: Consistent impact with bat and ball across conditions.
  • Amelia Kerr: Exceptional dual value through spin and reliable runs.

Records & Milestones in Women’s Cricket

Women’s cricket has produced landmark achievements that define excellence across eras.

Highest Run Scorer in Women’s Cricket

Mithali Raj (India)

Mithali Raj stands as the most prolific run-scorer in women’s international cricket history. Her longevity and consistency across formats set benchmarks that defined elite batting in the women’s game.

Fastest Century in Women’s T20 Internationals

Deandra Dottin (West Indies)

Deandra Dottin’s explosive century remains one of the most iconic moments in the format, setting a lasting benchmark for power-hitting.

Most Wickets in International Women’s Cricket

Jhulan Goswami (India)

Jhulan Goswami set the gold standard for fast bowling through control, durability, and sustained excellence.

Rising Stars to Watch

A new generation is emerging through stronger domestic systems and increased international exposure.

  • Pratika Rawal (India): Composed top-order batter with maturity beyond her experience.
  • Georgia Voll (Australia): Confident, clean striker transitioning smoothly to international cricket.
  • Annerie Dercksen (South Africa): Genuine all-round prospect influencing major tournaments.
  • Phoebe Litchfield (Australia): Technically gifted batter with knockout-match temperament.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best women’s cricketer in the world?

There is no single best player across all formats. Impact depends on role, format, and match context.

Does the best women’s cricketer differ by format?

Yes. Some players dominate ODIs through consistency, while others excel in T20 cricket with power and strike rate. All-rounders often provide the greatest overall value.