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'It's just the start' - Mandhana after record-breaking night

September 10, 2026 · ESPN Cricinfo

India's vice-captain Smriti Mandhana expressed disbelief after setting a new benchmark for total career runs in women's international cricket. Reflecting on her historic milestone, she admitted that overtaking Mithali Raj at the summit of the run-scoring charts was something she had never envisioned achieving. Looking forward despite the monumental accomplishment, Mandhana framed the feat as merely the beginning of what lies ahead.