Shafali Verma Breaks Records for Most Runs and Half-Centuries in Women’s T20

The year 2026 has been record-breaking for Indian opener Shafali Verma in women’s T20 international cricket. In the second T20 match against Zimbabwe, she scored 55 runs off just 25 balls, not only securing a win for India but also establishing two significant world records.

Outstanding Innings Against Zimbabwe

Shafali Verma scored 55 runs off 25 balls in the second T20 match against Zimbabwe. This rapid innings propelled India towards victory and cemented Verma’s position as the new vice-captain.

Most 50-Plus Scores in a Year

In 2026, Shafali scored more than 50 runs in an innings on 9 occasions, surpassing Smriti Mandhana’s previous record of 8. This achievement sets a new benchmark for the most half-centuries in women’s T20 cricket within a calendar year.

New Record for Most Runs

Verma amassed a total of 922 runs in 2026, breaking Laura Wolvaardt’s previous record of 824 runs. This figure represents the highest number of runs scored in women’s T20 cricket in a single calendar year.

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Shafali-Mandhana 1000-Run Partnership

Together, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana accumulated 1000 runs in 2026. They were the only pair to achieve this milestone during the year, with Mandhana contributing 47 runs.

Key Points

• Scored 55 runs off 25 balls against Zimbabwe, securing victory for India.
• Set record for most 50-plus scores (9 times) in women’s T20 in 2026.
• Established new world record for most runs (922) in a calendar year.
• Formed a 1000-run partnership with Smriti Mandhana in 2026.