In Tata WPL 2025 after getting last over clash between MI VS DC, UPW VS DC and now in the RCB VS MI WPL 2025 match 7, the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 continued to deliver thrilling encounters. Mumbai Indians (MI) clinched a nail-biting four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a high-voltage match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
The match saw outstanding performances from key players, dramatic turns, and a gripping finish. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the match, including highlights, summary, top performers, and the player of the match.
RCB vs MI WPL 2025 : Match Summary-
- Match: RCB vs MI, WPL 2025, Match 7
- Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Date: February 21, 2025
- Result: Mumbai Indians won by 4 wickets
- Toss: Mumbai Indians won and elected to bowl first
- RCB’s Score: 167/7 (20 overs)
- MI’s Score: 170/6 (19.5 overs)
Royal Challengers vs Indians Match Highlights: A Clash of Titans
- Ellyse Perry’s Power-Packed Knock: Perry played a blistering 81 off 43 balls, anchoring RCB’s innings with 11 fours and 2 sixes.
- Smriti Mandhana’s Explosive Start: The RCB skipper gave a fiery start with 26 off 13 balls, but her early dismissal impacted the team’s momentum.
- Amanjot Kaur’s All-Round Brilliance: She picked up 3 wickets for 22 runs and later played a match-winning knock of 34 off 27 balls* for Mumbai Indians.
- Harmanpreet Kaur’s Captain’s Knock: The MI skipper led from the front with 50 off 38 balls, stabilizing the chase.
- Nat Sciver-Brunt’s Aggressive Approach: Played a crucial 42 off 21 balls with 9 fours, ensuring MI kept up with the required run rate.
- Thrilling Finish: Amanjot Kaur’s two sixes in the penultimate over turned the game in MI’s favor before G Kamilini sealed the win with a boundary.
RCB vs MI WPL 2025 MATCH 7 First Innings:
After being put in to bat first, RCB had a solid PowerPlay, with Smriti Mandhana leading the charge RCB Sets a Competitive Target. However, quick wickets in the middle overs dented their progress.
Key Highlights from Royal challengers’s Batting
- Smriti Mandhana’s 26 off 13 balls provided a fiery start.
- Ellyse Perry stole the show with a stunning 81 off 43 balls, playing crucial shots to keep RCB afloat.
- Richa Ghosh’s cameo (28 off 25 balls) supported Perry in the middle overs.
- RCB ended their innings at 167/7 in 20 overs.
MI’s Bowling Performance
- Amanjot Kaur was the pick of the bowlers, registering figures of 3 for 22 in 3 overs.
- Issy Wong and Nat Sciver-Brunt took crucial wickets, restricting RCB’s scoring rate.
RCB vs MI WPL 2025 MATCH 7 Second Innings:
Chasing 168, MI had an early setback with Yastika Bhatia and Hayley Matthews departing cheaply. However, a brilliant partnership between Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur revived the innings. and put pressure on RCB bowling attack.
Key Highlights from Mumbai Indian’s Batting
- Nat Sciver-Brunt smashed 42 off 21 balls, keeping MI ahead in the chase.
- Harmanpreet Kaur played a captain’s innings, scoring a crucial 50 off 38 balls.
- Amanjot Kaur’s heroics in the final overs, scoring 34 off 27 balls*, ensured MI crossed the finish line.
- G Kamilini’s boundary in the final over sealed the win for MI with one ball to spare.
RCB’s Bowling Performance
- Georgia Wareham was the standout bowler, finishing with 3 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs.
- Kim Garth(2/30) and Ekta Bist1/37 tried to defend the total, but MI’s aggressive approach proved too strong.
Top Performers of RCB vs MI WPL 2025
Best Batting Performers from Both Teams
- Ellyse Perry (RCB): 81 off 43 balls (11 fours, 2 sixes)
- Harmanpreet Kaur (MI): 50 off 38 balls (8 fours, 1 six)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt (MI): 42 off 21 balls (4 fours, 2 sixes)
- Amanjot Kaur (MI): 34* off 27 balls (4 fours, 2 sixes)
Best Bowling Performers From Both RCB and MI
- Georgia Wareham (RCB): 3 for 21 in 4 overs
- Amanjot Kaur (MI): 3 for 22 in 3 overs
- Issy Wong (MI): 1 for 29 in 4 overs
Player of the Match: Amanjot Kaur
Amanjot Kaur was deservingly named the Player of the Match for her exceptional all-round performance.
- Bowling Figures: 3 for 22 in 3 overs
- Match-Winning Batting Knock: 34* off 27 balls
Her ability to stay calm under pressure and take control of the match in crucial moments was a defining factor in MI’s victory.
RCB vs MI WPL 2025: Award Winners
- Player of the Match: Amanjot Kaur (MI) – 3 for 22 & 34* off 27 balls
- Curvv SuperStriker of the Match: Nat Sciver-Brunt (MI) – Strike Rate: 200.00
- Sintex Sixes of the Match: Ellyse Perry (RCB) – 2 sixes
- Herbal Life Active Catch of the Match: Richa Ghosh (RCB) – Catch to dismiss Harmanpreet Kaur
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Conclusion: MI Triumphs Over RCB in a Thriller
Mumbai Indians registered a thrilling 4-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, thanks to Amanjot Kaur’s all-round brilliance, Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership, and Nat Sciver-Brunt’s explosive batting. Despite Ellyse Perry’s heroic knock, RCB fell short as MI successfully chased down the target with one ball to spare.
This win levels both teams on points in the WPL 2025 standings, intensifying the race for playoff spots. Fans can expect more high-octane clashes as the tournament progresses.
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