Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Smriti Mandhana
Explanation: (Information about the correct answer):
• Smriti Mandhana was honored with the Best International Cricketer (Women) award at the BCCI Naman Awards held in early 2025.
• The award recognized her consistent and exceptional batting performance across international formats during the 2023-24/24-25 seasons.
• Mandhana has been a cornerstone of the Indian batting lineup and one of the highest run-getters in women's cricket.
• She is known for her aggressive left-handed batting style at the top of the order.
• She has previously won several national and international awards, including the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year.
Information Booster: (additional info around the correct answer):
• The BCCI Naman Awards are given to recognize the achievements of Indian cricketers across domestic and international levels.
• The award for men (Polly Umrigar Award) and women are the highest honors presented by the BCCI.
Additional Knowledge: (Information about incorrect options):
Mithali Raj (Option a)
• Former captain of the Indian team who retired from all forms of international cricket in 2022.
Harmanpreet Kaur (Option c)
• The current captain of the Indian T20I and ODI teams, known for her powerful hitting.
Jhulan Goswami (Option d)
• Legendary fast bowler and the highest wicket-taker in women's ODIs, who retired in 2022.
So the correct answer is (b)
