Sciver-Brunt's ton helps MI hand RCB their 2nd defeat in WPL 2026

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Sciver-Brunt’s ton helps MI hand RCB their 2nd defeat in WPL 2026

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 has been a thrilling ride so far, with each team giving it their all to secure a spot in the playoffs. On Monday, the Mumbai Indians (MI) took on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Vadodara, and it was a match to remember. MI’s Nat Sciver-Brunt stole the show with a blistering century, helping her team secure a 15-run victory over RCB.

MI won the toss and chose to bat first, a decision that proved to be a wise one. The team got off to a solid start, with openers Yastika Bhatia and Hayley Matthews laying the foundation for a big total. However, it was Sciver-Brunt who took the game away from RCB with her incredible batting. The English all-rounder scored an unbeaten 100 off just 57 balls, hitting 12 fours and 2 sixes in the process.

Sciver-Brunt’s innings was a masterclass in power-hitting and finesse. She took her time to settle in, but once she got going, there was no stopping her. The RCB bowlers tried everything to get her out, but she was in a zone of her own. Her partnership with Matthews was particularly impressive, as the two added 64 runs off just 37 balls to take MI to a strong total.

MI posted 199-4 in their 20 overs, a total that looked challenging for RCB to chase down. However, the Royal Challengers have been known to pull off miraculous wins, and they were determined to do so again. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine got RCB off to a flying start, adding 45 runs off the first 5 overs.

However, the introduction of Hayley Matthews into the attack changed the course of the game. Matthews, who had already contributed with the bat, picked up three crucial wickets to restrict RCB’s scoring. Her bowling was accurate and economical, and she never allowed the RCB batsmen to get away.

RCB’s middle order tried to rebuild the innings, but they were always behind the required rate. The team kept losing wickets at regular intervals, and despite a few lusty blows from the lower order, they were never really in the game. In the end, RCB were restricted to 184-9, 15 runs short of the target.

The win was MI’s third of the season, and it has taken them to the top of the points table. RCB, on the other hand, have suffered their second defeat of the season, and they will need to regroup quickly to get their campaign back on track.

The WPL 2026 has been a fantastic tournament so far, with each team showing their skills and determination. The standard of cricket has been high, and the fans have been treated to some thrilling matches. As the tournament enters its final stages, the competition is only going to get fiercer, and we can expect some more exciting matches in the days to come.

For now, MI will be celebrating their hard-fought win, and they will be looking to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. RCB, on the other hand, will be looking to learn from their mistakes and come back stronger. One thing is for sure – the WPL 2026 is going to be a tournament to remember.

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