Ireland women cricket

December 17, 2025—Players from South Africa and Ireland were among the biggest movers in the latest ICC Women’s ODI Player Rankings, with a change at the top of the batting charts following recent international action. India’s Smriti Mandhana has reclaimed the No.1 position among ODI batters, replacing South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt. Mandhana now sits on 811 rating points, while Wolvaardt slipped to second after her tally dropped to 806 points. South Africa enjoyed a strong start to their ODI series in East London, recording a commanding seven-wicket win while chasing a target of 210 in just under 37 overs.…