Smriti Mandhana has long been admired for the elegance she brings to the cricket field, but her appeal extends well beyond her batting. Renowned for her stylish strokeplay, consistency at the top of the order and calm personality, the Indian star has also developed an impressive fashion identity away from cricket. From glamorous red-carpet appearances to relaxed holiday outfits, Mandhana has repeatedly shown that she can make almost any look her own.
As she enters an important new chapter in her international career, the spotlight on Mandhana is only getting brighter. And while her performances with the bat will remain her biggest strength, her off-field style continues to attract plenty of attention.
A new leadership chapter for Smriti Mandhana 🏏
Mandhana’s fashion moments come at a particularly significant stage of her cricketing journey. Following Harmanpreet Kaur’s decision to step down as India’s captain, Mandhana has been appointed the new captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all three formats. The star opener has spent several years as Harmanpreet’s deputy and is therefore no stranger to leadership responsibilities. Her elevation represents a natural progression and gives her the opportunity to establish her own vision for the national side.
Having already gained valuable leadership experience at the domestic and franchise level, Mandhana now faces the challenge of guiding India’s next generation while carrying the expectations that come with leading the national team. Yet, if her journey so far is anything to go by, Mandhana appears ready for the responsibility. Alongside her cricketing achievements, she has also become one of India’s most recognisable sporting personalities off the field.
Mandhana’s 5 head-turning fashion moments that fans can’t ignore 💃
1. The effortless desert-safari look 🦅
Mandhana embraced a relaxed adventure-inspired style during a desert outing. She paired brown utility-style dungarees with a simple graphic white T-shirt, creating an easygoing yet fashionable combination.
Rose-coloured aviator sunglasses added a stylish finishing touch, while the traditional black-and-white checked headscarf gave the outfit a distinctive character. Her cheerful personality completed a look that perfectly suited the desert setting.
2. The high-glam gothic silhouette 🖤
Mandhana showed her glamorous side in a sophisticated floor-length black gown. Featuring full sleeves, a high neckline and subtle shimmering detailing, the outfit combined elegance with a modern silhouette.
The structured design around the waist complemented her athletic frame, while her softly styled waves added a touch of classic glamour. A statement watch completed the ensemble and made the entire appearance feel polished without being excessive.
3. The glamorous saree statement 🧡
Mandhana turned heads at the RCB Red Bold & Gold Carpet with a striking black saree that blended traditional Indian fashion with contemporary styling.
The saree featured a sleek drape and was paired with a heavily embellished sleeveless blouse. A sparkling brooch added another layer of sophistication to the outfit, giving Mandhana a regal appearance on the red carpet.
4. The futuristic electric blue vision 💙
Mandhana stepped outside her usual style zone with a bold electric-blue ensemble. The outfit featured a textured metallic fabric dramatically arranged over one shoulder, creating a futuristic and fashion-forward appearance.
A simple black belt brought structure to the look and helped balance the experimental design. The result was a confident combination of striking colour, contemporary tailoring and Mandhana’s understated charm.
5. The classic denim combination 🧥
Mandhana also proved that she does not need an elaborate outfit to make a fashion statement. She opted for a relaxed denim-on-denim combination, pairing an oversized mid-wash jacket with a blue-and-white striped T-shirt.
Matching wide-leg, high-waisted denim trousers completed the outfit, while crisp white platform sneakers added a contemporary streetwear touch. The look was comfortable, simple and stylish, highlighting Mandhana’s ability to make casual fashion appear effortlessly polished.
Mandhana is entering one of the most important phases of her career as she takes over the captaincy of the Indian women’s team. The responsibility will bring greater expectations, but it also provides her with an opportunity to shape the side according to her own vision. While her leadership and batting will remain the centre of attention, Mandhana’s fashion evolution has established another side of her personality that fans continue to enjoy.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
