Mithali Raj: India captain becomes leading run-scorer in women's cricket

Last update on. From the section Women's CricketMithali Raj is the current leading run-scorer for women's ODI cricketMithali Raj, India's captain, has become the top run-scorer in women’s international cricket across all three formats.To surpass Edwards' 10,273 runs, the 38-year old hit 12 runs in Saturday's third international against England.Raj, who made her debut as a ODI player in 1999, has scored the most runs in women's ODI cricket.In her 21-year professional career, she has played 217 ODIs and 11 Tests. She also played 89 T20s.Raj achieved this milestone by hitting a high drive off Nat Sciver at New Road. She scored a calculated 75 to secure a victory for her side in the final-over match.