RCB register their biggest-ever win by wickets in WPL history
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has been an exciting spectacle so far, with teams showcasing their skills and determination on the field. On Monday, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made history by registering their biggest-ever win by wickets in WPL history. They defeated UP Warriorz (UPW) by nine wickets, recording their second straight victory of the season.
The match began with UPW winning the toss and opting to bat first. They managed to post a total of 143-5 in their 20 overs, setting a target for RCB to chase. However, the RCB bowlers did an excellent job of restricting the UPW batsmen, with none of them being able to score a half-century. The highest scorer for UPW was Kiran Navgire, who scored 31 off 28 balls.
The RCB innings was a completely different story, with opener Grace Harris taking the UPW bowlers by storm. She scored an incredible 85 off just 40 balls, including 12 fours and 3 sixes. Her knock was the highlight of the match, as she single-handedly took the game away from UPW. Harris’s partnership with fellow opener Smriti Mandhana was 93 runs, and after Mandhana’s departure, Harris continued to bat aggressively, taking RCB to victory.
RCB chased down the target with 47 balls to spare, winning the match by nine wickets. This was their biggest-ever win by wickets in WPL history, surpassing their previous record of winning by eight wickets. The RCB team was ecstatic with their victory, and the players were seen celebrating with each other on the field.
The win was a testament to RCB’s strength and depth in their squad. They have a strong batting lineup, with players like Harris, Mandhana, and Ellyse Perry, who can take the game away from the opposition on their day. The RCB bowlers also did an excellent job, restricting the UPW batsmen and not allowing them to score freely.
The WPL has been a great platform for women’s cricket, providing a stage for players to showcase their skills and compete against the best teams in the world. The tournament has been a huge success so far, with teams playing exciting cricket and entertaining the crowds.
RCB’s victory over UPW has taken them to the top of the points table, and they will look to continue their winning streak in the upcoming matches. The team has a good balance of experienced and young players, and they will be looking to make a strong impact in the tournament.
In conclusion, RCB’s biggest-ever win by wickets in WPL history was a testament to their strength and determination. The team played excellent cricket, with Grace Harris’s knock being the highlight of the match. The WPL has been a great platform for women’s cricket, and RCB’s victory has set the tone for the rest of the tournament.
Match Details:
- RCB won by 9 wickets
- UPW posted 143-5 in 20 overs
- RCB chased down the target in 12.1 overs
- Grace Harris scored 85 off 40 balls
- Smriti Mandhana scored 21 off 24 balls
Points Table:
- RCB are currently at the top of the points table with 2 wins in 2 matches
- UPW are at the bottom of the points table with 2 losses in 2 matches
Upcoming Matches:
- RCB will play their next match against Gujarat Giants on Thursday
- UPW will play their next match against Delhi Capitals on Friday