The 2024 edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) has been nothing short of thrilling, and the upcoming match between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women and UP Warriorz promises to add another chapter to the tournament’s excitement. As both teams gear up to face each other in Match 11, cricket fans are eagerly awaiting a captivating battle between these two formidable sides.
RCB Women
Royal Challengers Bangalore Women have had a mixed journey in the tournament so far. Despite starting with two consecutive wins, they faced setbacks in their recent matches, including a defeat against Mumbai Indians. Led by the dynamic Smriti Mandhana, RCB Women boasts a talented lineup comprising experienced players like Sophie Devine and Ellyse Perry. With a strong batting order and a balanced bowling attack led by Sophie Molineux and Georgia Wareham, RCB Women will be eager to bounce back from their recent losses and secure a crucial victory on their home ground.
UP Warriorz
UP Warriorz have been in formidable form, coming off a convincing win against Gujarat in their previous match. Led by the experienced Alyssa Healy, UP Warriorz has a potent batting lineup featuring power hitters like Chamari Athapaththu and Grace Harris. Supported by all-rounder Deepti Sharma and a strong bowling contingent including Sophie Ecclestone and Poonam Khemnar, UP Warriorz presents a tough challenge for any opponent. With confidence on their side, UP Warriorz will be determined to maintain their winning momentum and clinch another victory in the tournament.
Pitch Report
The clash between RCB Women and UP Warriorz is scheduled to take place at the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Known for its lively pitch, the Chinnaswamy Stadium offers early assistance to the bowlers before settling into batting-friendly conditions. Teams batting first will aim to set a competitive total of around 160 runs, considering the challenges posed by the compact boundaries. With clear skies and occasional cloud cover forecasted, the weather conditions are expected to favour an exciting game of cricket, with both batsmen and bowlers having their moments to shine.
Probable Playing XIs
RCB Women:
- Smriti Mandhana (c)Â
- Sophie DevineÂ
- Sabbhineni MeghanaÂ
- Ellyse PerryÂ
- Richa Ghosh (w)Â
- Sophie MolineuxÂ
- Georgia WarehamÂ
- Shreyanka PatilÂ
- Simran Bahadur
- Asha SobhanaÂ
- Renuka Thakur Singh
UP Warriorz:
- Alyssa Healy (w/c)Â
- Kiran NavgireÂ
- Chamari AthapaththuÂ
- Grace HarrisÂ
- Deepti SharmaÂ
- Shweta SehrawatÂ
- Poonam KhemnarÂ
- Saima ThakorÂ
- Sophie EcclestoneÂ
- Anjali SarvaniÂ
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Head-to-Head Record
In their previous encounters, RCB Women have had the upper hand over UP Warriorz, winning two out of the three matches played between the two teams. However, with both teams evenly matched in terms of talent and form, the upcoming clash promises to be a closely contested affair, with neither side willing to back down.
Broadcast Details
Date: March 4th
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Timing: 07:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast: Sports18
Live Streaming: JioCinema
With both teams eyeing a crucial victory, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women and UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League 2024. As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the action-packed encounter at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, one thing is for sure – this match is bound to deliver excitement, drama, and unforgettable moments on the cricket field.
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