Former Team India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik praised Smriti Mandhana for her leadership, comparing her calm approach to legendary skipper MS Dhoni. Speaking on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru podcast (RCB), Karthik highlighted her composure, authority, and ability to manage the team effectively.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second Women’s Premier League title by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final in February 2026. Mandhana scored 87 off 41 balls, including 12 fours and 3 sixes, while chasing 204 runs in the summit clash. The left-handed batter has been a key player for the franchise in the WPL.
Dinesh Karthik said that Smriti Mandhana shows a clear understanding of her role while leading the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He added that she carries herself well and reads match situations quickly during high-pressure Women’s Premier League games.
“One of the favourite things about Mandhana, the way she carries herself and the clarity she has with what she is doing, she really says for sure, she is a leader, she knows what she is doing, her ability to grasp the situation is very intuitive,” Karthik, batting coach with RCB in the IPL, told the club’s official website.
Dinesh Karthik Compares Smriti Mandhana To MS Dhoni
Dinesh Karthik further praised the leadership style of Smriti Mandhana. He said that Mandhana gives players freedom to express themselves while remaining a reliable presence whenever guidance is needed, comparing her qualities to MS Dhoni.
“She gives us the freedom to do what we want, to allow us to do what we want, at the same time, if we have any doubt, she is there. And guess what, the last person I heard who had a similar attribute about was MS Dhoni, very gracious,” Karthik said.
Mandhana has led Royal Challengers Bengaluru since the Women’s Premier League began in 2023. Under her captaincy, the team has won two titles in four seasons, strengthening her leadership credentials.
Smriti Mandhana Named in India Squad for 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
Smriti Mandhana is part of India’s squad for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team in the upcoming tournament. India have selected a balanced squad with experienced players and emerging talent as they aim to win their first Women’s T20 World Cup title.
Nandini Sharma has earned her first ICC World Cup call-up after strong domestic performances. Her aggressive batting and ability to accelerate in the middle overs address a key gap in knockout matches. Mandhana will play a key role at the top, while Shafali Verma can provide quick starts.
The middle order includes Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh. Deepti Sharma leads the all-rounders. Radha Yadav and Asha Sobhana handle spin, while Renuka Singh leads the pace attack, supported by younger seam options.
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