Women's Cricket Team of the Year 2025: From Jemimah Rodrigues to Alana King
The Spin's 2025 women's cricket team of the year is a cross-format selection with significant emphasis on World Cup performances, particularly highlighting India's historic World Cup triumph, a victory five decades in the making.
At the forefront is Smriti Mandhana, who tops the XI following a record-breaking year, amassing 1,362 ODI runs in 2025 and achieving 17 international centuries across formats. Reflecting her value, she was retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore for the 2026 Women’s Premier League for 3.5 crore.
Laura Wolvaardt captains the side for the second consecutive year. She earned distinction through back-to-back centuries in the World Cup semi-final and final, playing a key role in leading South Africa back after a mid-tournament setback.
Jemimah Rodrigues also stood out with two centuries in 2025. Overcoming initial doubts from selectors, she delivered a pivotal innings in the World Cup semi-final and played the decisive blow in the final.
Australia’s wicketkeeper Beth Mooney contributed significantly with 409 runs in 2025, including an unbeaten 94 in the Adelaide T20. She also took on wicketkeeping duties in place of Alyssa Healy when required.
All-rounder Ash Gardner from Australia bolstered the team with 19 wickets and vital World Cup innings, maintaining her status as the ICC No. 1 all-rounder.
Deepti Sharma of India was named World Cup MVP and led the tournament's wicket-taking with 22 wickets. She also added three half-centuries, fueling India’s successful title campaign.
Bangladesh's breakthrough 20-year-old fast bowler Marufa Akter featured prominently in 14 ODIs during 2025, playing a central role in her country’s World Cup journey.
