Mumbai Indians secured a 15-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a thrilling Women’s Premier League match at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Despite a late assault by Richa Ghosh, who scored 90 runs off 50 balls, RCB fell short of the 200-run target.
RCB struggled early, collapsing to 35/5 in the powerplay as MI’s Hayley Matthews and Shabnim Ismail wreaked havoc. However, Ghosh’s aggressive innings almost led to a remarkable comeback, with RCB finishing at 184/9.
MI’s Nat Sciver-Brunt’s century and Hayley’s contributions propelled MI to a formidable total of 199/4. The win lifted MI to the second spot on the points table, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
The match witnessed historical moments as Nat became the first batter to score a century in the WPL. Her unbeaten 57-ball century, supported by Hayley’s 56 runs, set a new record for the highest total this season.
RCB’s bowlers struggled against MI’s strong batting lineup, with Lauren Bell being the only one to show some control. MI’s dominant performance and crucial victory showcased their resilience in a must-win game.
