(Watch) RCB chokes MI to enter final of WPL 2024.
In a riveting encounter, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) emerged victorious over the defending champions, Mumbai Indians (MI), in a gripping Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 eliminator, securing their berth in the final showdown against Delhi Capitals.
Here is winning moment of RCB over MI.
Opting to bat first, RCB’s decision to set the target proved bold, particularly following their recent successful chase against MI at the same venue. The inclusion of Devine at the top of the order proved fruitful as RCB launched an aggressive start, notching four boundaries in the initial overs.
Despite MI’s resilient comeback, snaring three quick wickets, RCB’s batting lineup displayed resilience. Although Richa Ghosh and Sophie Molineux attempted to accelerate the innings, they fell short. However, Ellyse Perry, batting at No. 3, showcased composure amidst the pressure. Continuing her exceptional form from a previous match against MI, where she secured a remarkable six-wicket haul, Perry contributed a crucial half-century, keeping the scoreboard ticking and capitalizing on loose deliveries. Georgia Wareham provided crucial support towards the end, aiding RCB in posting a competitive total of 135 runs.
MI’s response commenced cautiously, with the team managing 37 runs for the loss of one wicket during the powerplay. Perry’s prowess with the ball saw her dismissing Yastika Bhatia for 19 runs, ushering Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur to the crease. Although Kaur narrowly escaped a run-out early in her innings, Sciver-Brunt looked settled before falling prey to Wareham’s bowling. Amelia Kerr then partnered with Kaur, forging a promising alliance that appeared to steer MI towards victory.
However, RCB’s unwavering determination surfaced in pivotal moments. Through disciplined bowling and sharp fielding, they sustained continuous pressure, culminating in a thrilling finale. Despite MI requiring a manageable run rate towards the end, they stumbled under pressure, paving the way for RCB to secure a memorable win by 6 runs and progress to the WPL 2024 final against Delhi Capitals