IND-W vs SL-W: Deepti Sharma becomes second-highest wicket-taker for India in women’s ODIs
All-rounder Deepti Sharma overtook former international Neetu David to become India’s second-highest wicket-taker in women’s ODIs.
The off-spin bowler reached this milestone during India’s Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 opener against Sri Lanka on Tuesday at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati.
Deepti removed Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu before sending Kaveesha Dilhari back to pick her 142nd wicket in the format and breaking Neetu’s record. She later removed Anushka Sanjeewani to take her tally to 143 wickets.
Most wickets for India in women’s ODIs
Jhulan Goswami – 255 (203 innings)
Deepti Sharma – 143 (112 innings)
Neetu David – 141 (97 innings)
Nooshin Al Khadeer – 100 (77 innings)
Rajeshwari Gayakwad – 99 (64 innings)
Published on Sep 30, 2025
