Women's Premier League 2024

'Bade match me choke hi krte hai ye' - Fans react as Mumbai Indians Women beat RCB women by 7 wickets in WPL 2024

In a riveting clash in the Women's Premier League 2024, defending champions Mumbai Indians Women emerged victorious by 7 wickets against Royal Challengers Bangalore Women.

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Mumbai Indians women beat Royal Challengers Women by 7 wickets

Mumbai Indians women beat Royal Challengers Women by 7 wickets (Source: Twitter)

In a riveting clash in the Women's Premier League 2024, defending champions Mumbai Indians Women emerged victorious by 7 wickets against Royal Challengers Bangalore Women. The encounter, held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, witnessed a fierce battle between bat and ball.

Earlier, MI Women skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and asked RCB women to bat first. The Smriti Mandhana-led team posted a competitive total of 131-6 in their allotted 20 overs. Skipper Mandhana, Sophie Devine, and Meghana failed to put up a show with the bat.

However, it was the relentless Ellyse Perry who stole the show with an unbeaten 44 off 38 balls, anchoring the innings with finesse. The Mumbai Indians women bowlers, led by Nat Sciver-Brunt and Pooja Vastrakar, applied the brakes, claiming key wickets to restrict the opposition. Both took two wickets each. The Mumbai Indians clinched the game comfortably.

Chasing 132 for victory, the Mumbai Indians women displayed commendable batting prowess, reaching the target with authority at 133-3 in just 15.1 overs. Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia set the tone with a blazing 31 off 15 balls, providing a solid start.

Amelia Kerr led Mumbai to a comfortable victory!Β 

The innings saw impactful contributions from Hayley Matthews (26), Nat Sciver-Brunt (27), and the unbeaten pair of Amelia Kerr (40*) and Pooja Vastrakar (8*). Notably, Kerr's aggressive, unbeaten knock at a remarkable strike rate of 166.67 played a pivotal role in sealing the win for Mumbai Indians women.

The bowlers from Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, despite their efforts, couldn't contain the Mumbai Indians Women's aggressive batting display. Shreyanka Patil, with figures of 1-15, and Sophie Devine, with 1-16, were the top performers for the RCB side.

In conclusion, the Mumbai Indians women showcased exceptional teamwork, with both bat and ball, to secure this crucial victory. Yastika Bhatia's early blitz, combined with contributions from key players, laid the foundation for a successful run chase.

Amelia Kerr's unbeaten cameo proved to be the finishing touch as Mumbai Indians women crossed the finish line with ease. This victory not only adds crucial points to their tally but also solidifies their position as formidable contenders in the WPL. As the tournament progresses, such captivating encounters promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Here is how fans react to Mumbai Indian’s victory:

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