with Richa Ghosh and Ellyse Perry leading RCB W to a historic chase. The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 kicked off in grand fashion as Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB W) secured a thrilling six-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants Women (GG W) in the season opener. The match, held at a packed stadium, witnessed high-class performances.
GG W vs RCB W, WPL 2025 1st Match
- Venue: Vadodara
- Result: RCB W won by 6 wickets
- Player of the Match: Richa Ghosh
GG W’s Explosive Batting Performance
Winning the toss, Gujarat Giants Women opted to bat first, looking to set a formidable total. Their innings was spearheaded by Ashleigh Gardner, whose brutal hitting saw her score 79 off just 37 balls, including 8 sixes and 3 boundaries, and Beth mooney 56 runs in 42 balls with 8 boundries. D. Dotting provided solid support with a crucial 25-run in 13balls knock while the top order collapsed except Beth Mooney, contributed valuable runs in the end.
Despite some resistance from the RCB W bowlers, GG W managed to post a competitive total of 201/5 in 20 overs.
Top Performers – GG W Batting:
- Ashleigh Gardner: 79 (37)
- B.L. Mooney: 56 (42)
- D. Dottin: 25 (13)
RCB W Bowling Performance:
- Renuka Singh: 2/25
- K. Ahuja: 1/19
- P. Rawat: 1/26
RCB W’s Record-Breaking Run Chase
Chasing a daunting target of 202, RCB W got off to a shaky start as Smriti Mandhana(9) and D. Wyaat (4) fell cheaply. However, Ellyse Perry took charge, displaying her class with a well-crafted 57 off 34 balls with 6 fours and two sixes, ensuring RCB W stayed in the hunt. The real game-changer, however, was Richa Ghosh.
The young wicketkeeper-batter turned the match around with her explosive 64 off 27 balls, smashing four sixes and seven boundaries. Her aggressive approach left GG W bowlers struggling to find answers, as RCB W reached the target in just 18.3 overs.
The big thing was Simran from GG W dropped a catch of Richa Ghosh when she was on the score of 0, and that catch itself literally cost them the game as RCB steals the game from their jaws.
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Top Performers – RCB W Batting:
- Richa Ghosh: 64* (27)
- Ellyse Perry: 57 (34)
- Kanika Ahuja: 30 (13)
GG W Bowling Performance:
- Ashleigh Gardner: 2/33
- Deandra Dottin: 1/41
- Sayali Staghare: 1/44
Key Takeaways from the Match
1. Richa Ghosh’s Heroics Under Pressure
Richa Ghosh showcased her power-hitting ability and composure, proving why she is one of the most promising young cricketers. Her knock not only secured the win for RCB W but also sent a strong message to the rest of the teams in WPL 2025.
2. Ellyse Perry’s Experience Shines Through
The Australian all-rounder provided stability in the middle overs, anchoring the chase at a crucial time, where RCB lost early 2 wickets. Perry’s innings ensured RCB W never fell behind the required rate.
3. Ashleigh Gardner’s All-Round Brilliance
Despite ending up on the losing side, Ashleigh Gardner was the standout performer for GG W with both bat and ball. Her quickfire fifty and two crucial wickets kept GG W in the game.
4. RCB W’s Balanced Squad Depth
With contributions from both young and experienced players, RCB W displayed a well-rounded squad that looks poised to dominate the WPL 2025 season.
What’s Next?
With this morale-boosting victory, RCB W will look to build momentum in the upcoming matches. On the other hand, GG W will aim to bounce back stronger in their next encounter.
The WPL 2025 opener has set the tone for an exciting season ahead, with players like Richa Ghosh and Ellyse Perry making strong statements early on. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling contests, record-breaking performances, and top-tier women’s cricket action!
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