Harmanpreet Kaur is creating history that surpasses Meg Lanning’s record
Harmanpreet has now claimed the pinnacle of captaincy success in the Women’s T20Is and has amassed 77 wins in 130 matches officiated, surpassing Australia’s pioneering former captain Lanning’s tally of 76 wins in just 100 matches. This historic achievement ensures victories at super-over-over level, and highlights Kaur’s knack for performing under pressure in the shortest format.
Her record speaks volumes of remarkable longevity and resilience as she has helped India in more T20I games than any other player in the world, while also amassing a total of 185 appearances for the side – a testament to her enduring presence since bursting onto the international stage in 2010.
The emphatic 3-0 series win over Sri Lanka in Thiruvananthapuram not only sealed the rubber but also etched Kaur’s 16th win against them – the most by any captain over a single opponent – underscoring her dominance in bilateral matches. This milestone comes amid a stellar 2025 for the 36-year-old, who has revived her form with the bat and boosted team morale, leaving India strongly positioned for upcoming events.
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All-time leaders in Women’s T20Is
Since taking over as India’s full-time T20I captain in 2016, Harmanpreet has maintained an impressive win percentage of 58.46, guiding the team through a sustained period of competitiveness. Under her leadership, India have regularly challenged the top side and reached multiple World Cup semi-finals, a reflection of the stability and belief she has instilled in the side.
England’s celebrated captains Heath Knight And Charlotte Edwards also feature prominently on the list, with Knight recording around 71-72 wins from 96 matches and Edwards finishing with 68 wins from 93 matches. While both have been influential figures for England, their figures highlight the scale of Harmanpreet’s achievements in terms of both volume and efficiency.
This record-breaking run in 2025 has given Indian women’s cricket a timely boost, boosting confidence and momentum as the team builds towards the upcoming global tournament.
| Rank | Captain | wins | Competitions |
| 1 | Harmanpreet Kaur (IND) | 77 | 130 |
| 2 | Meg Lanning (AUS) | 76 | 100 |
| 3 | Heather Knight (NL) | 71-72 | 96 |
| 4 | Charlotte Edwards (NL) | 68 | 93 |
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