Indian opener Shafali Verma wrote her name into the record books on Tuesday, September 22 by becoming the highest run-scorer in Women’s Twenty20 Internationals (WT20Is) in a single calendar year.
Shafali Shines in Gold-Medal Match Against Sri Lanka
In a standout performance, Shafali Verma outshone South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt during the Asian Games 2026 gold-medal match. The contest took place at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, where India faced Sri Lanka. Shafali’s explosive batting was a key factor in securing the victory for India.
Shafali Verma Sets New World Record in Run Milestone
In a remarkable display of skill, Shafali Verma surpassed the previous world record of 824 runs held by Tazmin Wolvaardt, reaching this milestone within the first two overs of her innings in the final match, needing just 10 runs to achieve it.
Since her standout performance of 87 runs in the 2025 ODI World Cup final, Verma has consistently excelled in high-stakes matches, contributing significantly to her team’s success in tournament knockouts.
With a substantial portion of the 2026 calendar year still remaining, Verma’s performances have established her as one of the most dominant figures in women’s cricket history.
