In a riveting match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) emerged triumphant over UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024. The encounter witnessed stellar performances from both sides, with RCB securing victory under the guidance of leg-spinner Sobhana Asha.
Asha’s exceptional spell of 5/22 played a pivotal role in restricting UP Warriorz to 155/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite early setbacks, including the dismissal of skipper Alyssa Healy for just 5 runs, UP Warriorz showcased resilience, with Grace Harris and Shweta Sehrawat forming a commendable 77-run partnership. However, their efforts fell short as they concluded their innings at 155/7, narrowly missing the target of 156 runs set by RCB.
In the first innings, RCB posted a competitive total of 157/6, courtesy of impressive performances by Sabbinenni Meghana and Richa Ghosh. Despite a shaky start, Meghana and Smriti Mandhana steadied the innings with a promising partnership. Meghana reached her fifty in 40 balls, while Richa’s aggressive innings saw her score a fifty in just 31 balls. Despite late dismissals, RCB concluded their innings on a solid note, setting a challenging target for UP Warriorz.
UP Warriorz bowlers, led by Rajeshwari Gayakwad’s commendable performance of 2/24, managed to contain RCB’s scoring rate to an extent. However, RCB’s strong batting display ensured a formidable target for UP Warriorz to chase.
In summary, Sobhana Asha’s outstanding bowling performance, coupled with notable contributions from RCB’s batsmen, secured a thrilling victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore over UP Warriorz in the WPL 2024 encounter. The match showcased exemplary cricketing skills and competitive spirit from both teams, highlighting the excitement and intensity of the ongoing tournament.
