Deepti Sharma Celebrates Century in India's Victory Over Zimbabwe

In a thrilling match against Zimbabwe, Deepti Sharma ended her nearly decade-long wait for an ODI century, scoring an unbeaten 106 runs. This remarkable performance helped India secure a 121-run victory in the ICC Women’s Championship. Alongside former captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who also scored a century, the Indian team showcased a strong batting display, posting a total of 328 runs. Deepti reflected on her journey back to the three-figure mark, expressing gratitude for achieving this milestone in Vadodara. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of the Zimbabwean team, which fought hard but ultimately fell short.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 26, 2026, 12:47 IST

Deepti Sharma's Remarkable Century

Deepti Sharma expressed her joy after finally achieving an ODI century, ending nearly a decade-long wait. In a match against Zimbabwe during the ICC Women’s Championship in Vadodara, she delivered an outstanding unbeaten innings of 106 runs, leading India to a decisive 121-run victory at Kotambi Stadium and securing the series. This century marks her second in One Day Internationals, with her previous one being an impressive 188 against Ireland back in May 2017. The gap between her two centuries was an extensive nine years and five months, totaling 3,450 days.

A Moment of Reflection

The 29-year-old all-rounder was thrilled to reach this significant milestone once again, reflecting on her journey. "I worked hard for this moment, and while it took time, I always believed I would achieve another century eventually," Deepti shared after the match. She emphasized her focus on building partnerships during the game, stating, "Reaching 100 was special, and I am thankful to have done it in Baroda."

Team Performance Secures Series Win

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