ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: “We Often Overlook The Brilliance Of Certain Players” – Former India Captain Mithali Raj Lauds Deepti Sharma’s Performance In The Hundred 2024

Recently The Hundred 2024 concluded that Oval Invincibles from men won the Hundred, while women’s London Spirit won the Hundred in the end thriller, Deepti Sharma finished the match by smashing a brilliant six.

Deepti Sharma has performed quite well in this edition of Hundred but her consistency is seen when she plays for India, her records over the years have increased a lot and in ICC rankings she has kept herself in the top 10.

Mithali Raj hails Deepti Sharma

Deepti Sharma became the superstar for London Spirit when she hit that winning six and then she have been praised by everyone. On this Indian Woman Cricket team, former skipper and legendary player Mithali Raj also praised Deepti Sharma, Mithali Raj said:

“We often overlook the brilliance of certain players, but the talent and dedication of this player deserve to be celebrated far and wide. In a world full of stars, @Deepti_Sharma06 shines in her unique way. When Deepti Sharma smashed that match-winning six in The Hundred final, it was a moment of sheer brilliance. She was the heartbeat of the tournament, with over 200 runs and being dismissed just once,”

“Her heroics led the London Spirit to their first-ever title—what a phenomenal journey! This year, Deepti has been nothing short of extraordinary. Her form in The Hundred and WPL has been breathtaking—consistently among the top run-getters, with an average close to 100!” she added.

“I like her calmness in the heat of battle, and her ability to steer the game until the very end is what sets her apart. But here’s the thing…Deepti’s brilliance often goes unnoticed, and this is why, I feel it was necessary to put it out. Whether she’s spinning magic with the ball or anchoring the innings with the bat, she’s always ready to deliver, no matter where she’s asked to play. That kind of quiet, unwavering dedication is rare and precious.”

“Despite facing her share of criticism, Deepti has shown incredible resilience. She’s taken challenges head-on, adapted her game, and come back stronger each time. Her ability to rise above setbacks and continue to deliver with such grace and determination truly embodies the spirit of a champion. She’s a perfect example of how hard work and perseverance can lead to success.”