India, June 16 -- India women's cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has been named in TIME magazine's list of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026, making her the only Indian to feature on the prestigious global list.

The annual list by TIME highlights athletes, coaches, advocates, and investors who are shaping the global sports landscape. This year's edition is headlined by basketball legend LeBron James and also includes major international stars such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Carlos Alcaraz, Rory McIlroy, Eileen Gu, and Victor Wembanyama.

Mandhana, 29, has been recognised for her outstanding achievements in women's cricket and her consistent performance across formats. TIME highlighted her record-breaking career,...