Top 5 Highest Individual Scores In Women’s World Cup History

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Over the years, the tournament has been a stage for some remarkable individual performances, especially with the bat. In this article, we look back at the top five highest individual scores in Women’s World Cup history.

1. Belinda Clark (Australia) – 229 vs Denmark, 1997

Topping the list is Australia’s legendaThe Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is set to begin on 30th September, with 8 teams once again competing for the ultimate prize in women’s cricket.ry batter Belinda Clark, who created history in the 1997 World Cup by becoming the first-ever player (male or female) to score a double century in ODI cricket. Facing Denmark, Clark smashed an unbeaten 229 off just 155 balls, hitting 22 boundaries. Her dominant innings powered Australia to a massive 412/3, while Denmark collapsed for just 49. Clark’s knock remains the highest individual score in Women’s World Cup history and a milestone that set new standards for women’s cricket.

2. Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka) – 178 vs Australia, 2017

In the 2017 World Cup, Chamari Athapaththu delivered one of the most outstanding individual performances ...
... despite being on the losing side. Against a formidable Australian side, she played a fearless and aggressive innings, scoring an unbeaten 178 off 143 deliveries, including 22 fours and 6 sixes. Her effort helped Sri Lanka reach 257/9. However, Australia chased down the target with ease, thanks to Meg Lanning’s 153*. Even though Sri Lanka lost the match, Athapaththu's knock brought global attention to her talent and gave Sri Lankan women's cricket a proud moment.

3. Charlotte Edwards (England) – 173 vs Ireland, 1997

At just 17 years old, England’s future captain Charlotte Edwards announced her arrival on the world stage with an unbeaten 173 against Ireland in the 1997 World Cup. Her classy strokeplay and composed innings helped England post 324, before Ireland were dismissed for 116. This performance made Edwards one of the youngest players to score a Women's World Cup century and marked the beginning of a legendary career.

4. Harmanpreet Kaur (India) – 171 vs Australia, 2017 Semifinal

One of the most iconic innings in Indian women’s cricket came from Harmanpreet Kaur in the 2017 World Cup semifinal against Australia. Under pressure and in a rain-affected match, Kaur unleashed a brutal assault, scoring 171* off just 115 balls with 20 fours and 7 sixes. Her innings powered India to 281 in just 42 overs. Australia fell short, getting bowled out for 245. This unforgettable knock helped India reach the final and turned Harmanpreet into a national icon, becoming a turning point for the women’s game in India.

5. Stafanie Taylor (West Indies) – 171 vs Sri Lanka, 2013

West Indies captain Stafanie Taylor played a memorable innings of 171 off 137 balls against Sri Lanka in the 2013 World Cup. Her knock featured 18 fours and 2 sixes, anchoring her team to a massive total of 368/8. Sri Lanka, in reply, were bowled out for 159. Taylor’s innings not only secured a huge win for her team but also highlighted her all-round capabilities, establishing her as one of the most complete cricketers in the women’s game.