The India vs England women’s ODI series has caused a reshuffle in the ICC Women’s ODI Rankings, with Nat Sciver-Brunt regaining the No.1 spot among batters. India’s Smriti Mandhana, who had recently climbed to the top, now moves down to second place after the latest rankings update on July 29, 2025.
Sciver-Brunt’s 98 in Final Match Powers Her to the Top
England’s all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt delivered a standout performance during the series, accumulating 160 runs in total. Her gritty 98-run innings in the final match, though not enough to win the game for England, significantly boosted her position in the ICC rankings. This marks her return to the No.1 position for the first time this year, having last held the top spot in 2023.
Her consistency has kept her among the top performers globally, alongside names like Laura Wolvaardt, Ashleigh Gardner, and Mandhana herself.
Smriti Mandhana’s Reign at No.1 Ends Briefly
Mandhana, one of India’s most elegant stroke-makers, had reclaimed the No.1 spot in June after nearly six years, thanks to her impressive form in the tri-series against South Africa and Sri Lanka. However, her 115 runs across the three ODIs against England, while valuable, fell short of keeping her ahead of Sciver-Brunt.
Indian Captain Harmanpreet Kaur Enters Top 10
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur had a major impact in the series decider, scoring a blazing 102 off 84 balls. Her performance not only played a vital role in India’s 2-1 series win but also helped her rise 10 spots in the rankings, placing her in the 10th position among ODI batters. She concluded the series as the second-highest run-scorer with 126 runs.
Jemimah Rodrigues Shows Growth, Jumps to 13th
Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues also saw a rise in her ranking. She moved up two positions to take the 13th spot, after contributing 101 runs in the series. Rodrigues continues to cement her place in India’s ODI side, with steady performances and reliability in the middle order.
Deepti Sharma Holds Her Ground in Bowling Rankings
On the bowling front, Deepti Sharma remains India’s highest-ranked player at No.4. Despite taking only one wicket during the series, she added value with the bat, scoring 92 runs. Ahead of her in the rankings are Sophie Ecclestone (England), and the Australian duo Megan Schutt and Ash Gardner.
Deepti’s dual-role ability keeps her among the top all-rounders in the world and a key figure in India’s white-ball plans.
India’s Series Victory Sets Strong Foundation for World Cup
India’s 2-1 victory over England in the ODI series not only boosted team morale but also served as preparation for the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup, which begins in September. With multiple players in form and making upward moves in the rankings, India appears well-prepared for the global challenge.
Quick Recap of ICC Women’s ODI Rankings Update (Post ENG vs IND):
- Nat Sciver-Brunt – Reclaims No.1 position with 160 runs in the series
- Smriti Mandhana – Drops to No.2 after scoring 115 runs
- Harmanpreet Kaur – Climbs 10 spots to enter top 10
- Jemimah Rodrigues – Moves to 13th after scoring 101 runs
- Deepti Sharma – Holds 4th place among bowlers
Conclusion
As the ICC Women’s ODI Rankings continue to evolve, the India vs England series has once again proven how quickly momentum can shift. Nat Sciver-Brunt’s return to the top underscores her world-class stature, while India’s overall player progress especially that of Harmanpreet and Jemimah bodes well for the team’s World Cup aspirations.
