RCB Dominates Mumbai in WPL Securing Playoff Spot

by CricDirect Tuesday 12 March 2024

Richa Ghosh and Ellyse Perry following their win

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In the 19th game of the Women's Premier League, Mumbai Indians Women elected to bat first after losing the toss to Royal Challengers Bangalore Women.

Despite Sajeevan Sajana's contribution of 30 runs, they only mustered a total of 113 runs without any notable partnerships.

Ellyse Perry showcased her bowling prowess, claiming an impressive 6 wickets.

In the second half, RCB Women got off to a solid start, amassing 39 runs in the powerplay. Ellyse Perry spearheaded the chase with her 40 runs, ably supported by Richa Ghosh's 36 runs, forming a pivotal 76-run partnership.

The game unfolded heavily in favor of RCB Women, who comfortably secured victory by 7 wickets with 30 balls to spare.

Match Summary

Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 19th Match

Mumbai Indians Women 113/10 (19 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women 115/3 (15 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women won by 7 wickets

SCORECARD

Match Stats

Mumbai Indians Women Fall of wickets: 1-43 (Hayley Matthews - 5.6 ov), 2-65 (Sajeevan Sajana - 8.4 ov), 3-65 (Harmanpreet Kaur - 8.5 ov), 4-69 (Amelia Kerr - 10.1 ov), 5-73 (Amanjot Kaur - 10.3 ov), 6-81 (Pooja Vastrakar - 12.3 ov), 7-82 (Natalie Sciver - 12.6 ov), 8-92 (Humaira Kazi - 15.2 ov), 9-106 (Shabnim Ismail - 17.5 ov), 10-113 (Saika Ishaque - 18.6 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women Fall of wickets: 1-22 (Sophie Molineux - 3.2 ov), 2-25 (Smriti Mandhana - 4.5 ov), 3-39 (Sophie Devine - 6.1 ov)

Playing XI

Mumbai Indians Women