Harmanpreet Kaur: Career Stats, Records and All-Format Analysis
With 9,852 runs and 85 wickets across 367 career matches spanning Tests, ODIs and T20s, Harmanpreet Kaur stands as one of the most decorated cricketers in the history of the women's game. A genuine all-rounder who has represented India across all three formats and starred in franchise leagues from Australia's WBBL to England's The Hundred and India's WPL, Kaur's career numbers tell the story of a player whose impact stretches far beyond any single competition.
Career at a Glance
| Format | Mat | Inns | Runs | Avg | SR | HS | 50s | 100s | Wkts | Bowl Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 6 | 10 | 213 | 23.67 | 57.9 | 69 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 33.33 | 3.33 |
| ODI | 109 | 101 | 3,328 | 39.15 | 82.6 | 171* | 17 | 6 | 20 | 50.35 | 5.14 |
| T20 | 252 | 247 | 6,311 | 33.75 | 120.6 | 103 | 35 | 1 | 62 | 20.32 | 7.07 |
| Total | 367 | 358 | 9,852 | — | — | 171 | 53 | 7 | 85 | — | — |
Those aggregate numbers — closing in on 10,000 career runs with 53 half-centuries and 7 hundreds — place Kaur among an elite handful of women cricketers to achieve that kind of sustained volume across formats. The 85 wickets with her off-spin add a dimension that makes her genuinely irreplaceable in any team sheet.
The ODI Record: 3,328 Runs at 39.15
Kaur's ODI career is built on match-defining innings under pressure. The crown jewel remains her 171 not out — the highest individual score in a Women's World Cup semi-final — an innings that redefined perceptions of Indian women's cricket. Across 109 ODIs, she has compiled 6 centuries and 17 fifties at an average of 39.15 and a strike rate of 82.6.
For context, an average approaching 40 in women's ODI cricket places Kaur in the upper tier of all-time run-scorers. Her 321 fours and 47 sixes in the format demonstrate an ability to find the boundary with consistent frequency, a hallmark of her aggressive batting philosophy.
With the ball, Kaur has contributed 20 ODI wickets at an economy of 5.14 — handy rather than penetrative, but enough to give captains a reliable option through the middle overs.
The T20 Powerhouse: 6,311 Runs at 120.6 SR
The T20 numbers are where Kaur's impact is most visibly dominant. Across 252 T20 matches — a staggering body of work that includes internationals, the WPL, WBBL, The Hundred and other franchise competitions — she has amassed 6,311 runs at a strike rate of 120.6 with 35 fifties and a century.
A batting average of 33.75 in T20 cricket is exceptional. For reference, many of the game's best T20 batters average in the mid-to-high 20s. Kaur's ability to combine accumulation with acceleration — evidenced by that 120-plus strike rate — is what separates her from the field.
Her T20 bowling is arguably even more valuable than in other formats: 62 wickets at a bowling average of 20.32 represents genuine wicket-taking ability. An economy of 7.07 in T20 cricket is highly competitive, and Kaur's off-spin has consistently provided breakthroughs when the opposition settles.
The breadth of her franchise cricket career is notable. She has played for Mumbai Indians in the WPL, Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades in the WBBL, Manchester Originals and Trent Rockets in The Hundred, and Lancashire Thunder in the KSL. That global footprint underscores her standing as a marquee player in women's cricket worldwide.
Test Cricket: A Limited but Meaningful Sample
Kaur's Test record — 6 matches, 213 runs at 23.67 with a highest score of 69 — reflects the scarcity of women's Test cricket rather than any deficiency in her game. Women's Tests remain rare, and India's schedule has offered limited opportunities. Her 3 wickets at 33.33 with a notably economical 3.33 runs per over suggest she has the temperament and skill for the longest format.
The All-Rounder Dimension
What makes Kaur's career record particularly valuable is the all-rounder contribution. Across all formats, 85 wickets and over 2,400 balls bowled add a genuine second skill that influences team composition. In T20s especially, her 62 wickets at 20.32 would be a respectable record for a specialist spinner — the fact that they come from a batter who averages 33.75 makes the combination extraordinary.
Few cricketers in the women's game — or indeed the men's — can claim to be equally impactful with bat and ball across a career spanning more than 350 matches.
What the Numbers Show
Kaur's career can be distilled into three signature traits:
- Volume and longevity — 367 matches across three formats and seven franchise teams demonstrates a career of remarkable duration and demand.
- Big-match temperament — the 171* in the World Cup semi-final, the six ODI centuries, the T20 hundred — Kaur's biggest innings have come on the biggest stages.
- Genuine all-round impact — 85 wickets alongside 9,852 runs. The numbers speak for themselves.
As one of the most recognisable figures in women's cricket, Kaur's statistical legacy is secure regardless of how many more matches she plays. The approach of 10,000 career runs marks a milestone that only a handful of women cricketers have ever reached.
FAQ
How many international runs has Harmanpreet Kaur scored?
Across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, Kaur has scored 9,852 career runs including franchise cricket. In international cricket specifically, she has 3,328 ODI runs, 213 Test runs, and thousands of T20I runs from her India career.
What is Harmanpreet Kaur's highest score?
Kaur's highest score is 171 not out in ODI cricket — famously scored in a Women's World Cup semi-final. In T20s, her career-best is 103.
Is Harmanpreet Kaur an all-rounder?
Yes. With 85 career wickets alongside 9,852 runs, Kaur is a genuine all-rounder. Her T20 bowling average of 20.32 is particularly impressive, with 62 wickets from 85 bowling innings.
Which franchise teams has Harmanpreet Kaur played for?
Kaur has represented Mumbai Indians (WPL), Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades (WBBL), Manchester Originals and Trent Rockets (The Hundred), and Lancashire Thunder (KSL).