Deepti Sharma Becomes All-Time Leading Wicket-Taker in Women's Cricket
The Indian all-rounder surpassed former teammate Jhulan Goswami's record during the T20 World Cup match against Australia.
Deepti Sharma claimed the wicket of Beth Mooney in the Women's T20 World Cup clash against Australia, making her the highest wicket-taker in women's international cricket. The off-spinner now has 356 scalps, moving past Jhulan Goswami's previous record of 355 wickets. Australia's Ellyse Perry sits third with 336 wickets.
Sharma's achievement is a testament to her consistency across formats. She has taken 22 wickets in Tests, 166 in ODIs, and 167 in T20Is, with an impressive average of 19.86 in the shortest format. Despite flying under the radar, she has been a pivotal figure for India, delivering crucial breakthroughs when needed.