In a remarkable display of skill and composure, the Indian opener Pratika Rawal scored his first ODI century in just his sixth innings during the 3rd ODI against Ireland at the Niranjan Shah stadium in Rajkot. His century was a testament to his talent, timing and resilience as he led India to a dominant position with his unbeaten ton, marked by 15 boundaries and sixes. Rawal’s brilliance has set the tone for the Indian innings, demonstrating his maturity and ability to handle pressure at crucial moments.
Pratika Rawal’s hundred innings and hundred records
Rawal’s century in the third ODI against Ireland marks an important milestone in his budding international career. After his impressive performances in previous ODIs, where he had already shown his potential, Rawal’s knock has solidified his reputation as a rising star in Indian cricket. His technique, combined with his fearless approach, has caught the attention of fans and experts alike. Notably, Rawal is the first batsman, male or female, to score 401 runs after the first six ODI games. Her consistency and match-winning ability make her a crucial player in the Indian lineup, and her future looks extremely bright.
Pratika Rawal is the first batsman (male or female) to score 401* runs after first six ODI games!
Tom Cooper, playing for Holland, scored 392 runs!#INDVIRE-Mohandas Menon (@mohanstatsman) January 15, 2025
India dominates Ireland in Rajkot ODI
India Women showed dominance over Ireland in the third ODI in Rajkot, posting a mammoth total of 337/2 in their 39 overs so far. Led by a sensational century from Rawal and a scorching knock from Smriti Mandhanawho scored 135 in just 80 balls, India has set a daunting target for Ireland. Richa Ghoshwho rose to number three, contributed a well-made 59 before being dismissed. The Irish bowlers, led by Orla Prendergast and ava canningThey did their best to control the flow of runs, but their efforts were eventually overshadowed by India’s aggressive batting approach. With India firmly in control so far, Ireland’s pursuit of 400-plus now looks like a monumental task, further highlighting the hosts’ dominance in the game.
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This is how the fans reacted:
HUNDREDS and counting! 🤩
First international CENTURY for Pratika Rawal! 💯
Updates ▶️ https://t.co/xOe6thhPiL#TeamIndia | #INDVIRE | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/NraAXk8osf
— BCCI Women (@BCCIMujeres) January 15, 2025
A deserved hundred for Pratika Rawal, she is so solid and composed. It is a headache for India. Do you opt for Shafali’s fire for the World Cup or Rawal’s perseverance?
-Aakash Sivasubramaniam (@aakashs26) January 15, 2025
Pratika Rawal’s 1st ODI 💯!
She is a very promising and talented young woman!
First of many international Partika, good luck! 👏🏼#INDVIRE #INDWvIREW– Hard Tegta (@iamharshtegta) January 15, 2025
What a virginal century by pratika Rawal. In May, he will also perform against Sena teams.
– Introvert (@Ajeetha2002) January 15, 2025
INTERNATIONAL MAID HUNDRED FOR PRATIKA RAWAL 🔥
– The future of Indian batting…!!!! pic.twitter.com/pH9TeeH3cM
—Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 15, 2025
Both Indian openers to score centuries in a women’s ODI:-
Mithali Raj and Reshma Gandhi against IRE☘️, 1999
Punam Raut and Deepti Sharma vs IRE☘️, 2017
Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal against IRE☘️, today#INDVIRE– Rhitankar Bandyopadhyay (@_rhitankar_) January 15, 2025
Maiden ODI hundred for Pratika Rawal 👏💯#women #cricket #INDVIRE #pratikarawal #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/eZ2UBpFpG9
— MujeresCricket.com (@MujeresCricketHQ) January 15, 2025
Super ton, Mrs. Rawal!
He has played at a good pace. May you continue to obtain great results.
– Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) January 15, 2025
Well played 👏 https://t.co/7yatXANzn0
—Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) January 15, 2025
Until Pratika Rawal today, Indian openers have scored 8 centuries in women’s ODIs in the last 7 years. They have ALL been from Smriti Mandhana!#INDVIRE
– Rhitankar Bandyopadhyay (@_rhitankar_) January 15, 2025
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