RCB Beats Mumbai Indians by 11 Runs in a Thrilling Contest
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 witnessed a dramatic turn of events as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 11 runs. This victory, however, was bittersweet for RCB as they were eliminated from the tournament despite their spirited performance. Meanwhile, the loss forced MI into the eliminator, allowing Delhi Capitals to book a direct spot in the final.
RCB vs MI: Match Summary
Match Details
- Match Result: RCB won by 11 runs
- Toss: MI won the toss and elected to bowl
- Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
- Player of the Match: Sneh Rana (RCB) – 3/26 (4 overs)
RCB’s Power-Packed Batting Performance
Batting first, Royal Challengers Bangalore posted a strong total of 199/3 in 20 overs. Skipper Smriti Mandhana led from the front, scoring 53 runs off 37 balls, smashing 6 fours and 3 sixes. Ellyse Perry remained unbeaten at 49 runs off 38 balls, while Richa Ghosh (36 off 22) and Georgia Wareham (31 off 10) provided the finishing touch.
RCB Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana (C) | 53 | 37 | 6 | 3 | 143.24 |
| Ellyse Perry | 49* | 38 | 5 | 1 | 128.95 |
| Richa Ghosh (WK) | 36 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 163.64 |
| Georgia Wareham | 31* | 10 | 5 | 1 | 310.00 |
| Sabbhineni Meghana | 26 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 200.00 |
RCB accelerated in the last 5 overs, adding 70 runs to their total. The Mumbai Indians’ bowlers struggled to contain RCB, with only Hayley Matthews (2/37) and Amelia Kerr (1/47) managing to take wickets.
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Mumbai Indians Fall Short Despite Sciver-Brunt’s Heroics
Chasing a challenging target of 200, Mumbai Indians fell short at 188/9 in 20 overs. England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt played a sensational knock of 69 runs off just 35 balls, hitting some brilliant shots, but lacked support from other batters.
MI Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 69 | 35 | 10 | 2 | 197.14 |
| Sajeevan Sajana | 23 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 191.67 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 20 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 111.11 |
| Hayley Matthews | 19 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 126.67 |
| Amanjot Kaur | 17 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 121.42 |
Sneh Rana (3/26 in 4 overs) emerged as the game-changer for RCB, dismissing key MI batters at crucial moments. Kim Garth (2/33) and Ellyse Perry (2/53) also contributed with the ball, ensuring MI could not chase down the target.
Delhi Capitals Secure Direct Final Spot, Mumbai to Play Eliminator
This loss was costly for Mumbai Indians. Had they won, they would have secured a direct entry into the final. Instead, they now have to play an eliminator match against Gujarat Giants on March 13. The winner of this eliminator will then face Delhi Capitals in the final on March 15.
What’s Next in WPL 2025?
- Eliminator (March 13): Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants
- Final (March 15): Delhi Capitals vs Winner of Eliminator
Can Mumbai Indians bounce back and reach the final? Or will Gujarat Giants surprise them? Stay tuned for all the latest WPL 2025 action!
Final Thoughts
- RCB showcased an all-round performance but failed to qualify for the playoffs.
- Mumbai Indians must now regroup for the eliminator against Gujarat Giants.
- Delhi Capitals secured a direct final spot with MI’s loss.
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