Smriti Mandhana’s Inspiring Journey Added to Class 5 Textbook
Indian Cricket Star Smriti Mandhana Featured in Class 5 Book: Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana has received a special honour as a chapter about her life and achievements has been included in a Class 5 textbook. The book, published by Orient BlackSwan, covers science, social studies and general knowledge, allowing young students to learn about the success of women in sports.
The chapter tells the story of a young boy who learns from his parents about Mandhana’s journey and her role in the rise of the India women’s national cricket team. It explains how the left-handed batter became one of the most successful players in women’s cricket through hard work and dedication.
Mandhana played an important role when India won the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in 2025. She was the team’s top run-scorer in the tournament with 434 runs in nine innings.
The chapter also mentions other famous cricketers such as Harmanpreet Kaur, Rahul Dravid and Kumar Sangakkara, highlighting their contributions to the game.
Mandhana continues to shine in international cricket and remains an inspiration for young students and future cricketers across the country.
ALSO READ: Health Benefits Of Drink Lukewarm Water
