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Royal Challengers Bengaluru 146 for 2 (Mandhana 81, Wyatt-Hodge 42) beat Delhi Capitals 141 (Rodrigues 34, Renuka 3-23, Wareham 3-25) by eight wicketsDefending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made short work of a full-strength Delhi Capitals by keeping their batting line-up to 141 and then chasing the total down with ease to continue the trend of the chasing side winning, for the fourth game in a row. Even though RCB were without the trio of Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil and Asha Sobhana, which brought them glory in last year's final against DC, the trio of Renuka Singh, Ekta Bisht and Georgia Wareham combined to bundle out DC to a below-par total.In reply, RCB openers Smriti Mandhana and Danni Wyatt-Hodge put on their second century stand, having earlier done so for Southern Brave in the Hundred in 2021. Mandhana scored her fastest WPL half-century, off 27 balls, and Wyatt-Hodge peppered the off side with six fours out of her seven during her 42 off 33. By the time she fell in the 11th over, RCB needed only 35 off 55 and they cruised over the line in the 17th over.Rodrigues leads DC in the powerplay, Lanning scratchy againRenuka landed DC the first big blow when Shafali Verma struck her first ball for the simplest of catches to mid-off for a golden duck. With Meg Lanning looking scratchy at the other end, just like she did against Shabnim Ismail two days ago, it was Jemimah Rodrigues who led DC in the powerplay. Rodrigues herself didn't start too well - she survived a review on zero and took six balls to get off the mark - but she launched into the RCB attack at first sight of spin, gloriously lofting Ekta Bisht over the covers for a six. DC were also helped by plenty of byes and extras in the powerplay which Rodrigues combined with another six and two fours off VJ Joshitha in the sixth over to give DC their second 50-plus powerplay in as many games.Jemimah Rodrigues struck a quick 22-ball 34•BCCIDC crumble again after the powerplayRCB, however, made inroads through the introduction of Georgia Wareham in the seventh over. Once Rodrigues missed a reverse sweep to be stumped in a flash by Richa Ghosh for 34 off 22, DC lost Lanning as well in the next over when the captain miscued Kim Garth to Ellyse Perry at deep-backward square leg. Annabel Sutherland soon launched Bisht for a big six on the leg side to show that DC weren't going to be bogged down by the double blow but her attacking approach handed a catch straight to cover in Renuka's second spell. New batter Jess Jonassen miscued Bisht to midwicket five balls later and DC had suddenly slipped from 60 for 1 to 87 for 5.It could have been 95 for 6 had Kanika Ahuja not put down Marizanne Kapp at short fine leg and even 103 for 6 if the mix-up between Kapp and Sarah Bryce had not been followed by a fumble, also by Ahuja, but it did become 105 for 6 when Kapp holed out to long-off off a 69.2kph delivery from Bisht. Bryce chipped in with another useful cameo with a 23 off 19 that saw RCB past 125 but they needed a lot more to make a match out of this. Wareham handed them a double blow in the 18th over and Garth wrapped things up in the last over to finish with 2 for 19, while Renuka bagged 3 for 23 and Wareham 3 for 25.Renuka Singh picked up 3 for 23•BCCIMandhana, Wyatt-Hodge cruise throughEven with Kapp and Jonassen back in the XI after recovering from sickness, DC hardly posed any challenges for the RCB top order. Mandhana cashed in on the wayward lines from Kapp in the first over and turned the tide of her record against offspinners (she's been out to them 10 times in the WPL) when she swept Minnu Mani for two fours in the third over. Wyatt-Hodge pierced the gaps square on the off side, especially against Shikha Pandey, for four fours in the powerplay.At 57 for 0 in the powerplay, RCB's asking rate was just over six an over. Even bowling changes didn't work for DC. Both Jonassen and Annabel Sutherland were carted for fours by both batters in their first overs, and when the reliable Rodrigues dropped Wyatt-Hodge on 34 after Mandhana had collected back-to-back boundaries, the game was all but over.Mandhana dispatched Kapp for six over midwicket and continued to attack Jonassen with lofted strokes on the off side to take her for 27 runs off 14 on the night. Even though both openers fell towards the end, Ellyse Perry and Ghosh ensured there were no jitters to seal the eight-wicket win and top the table.

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[ad_1] Renuka Singh Thakur and Smriti Mandhana in practice sessions for Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the WPL 2025 (PC: RCB/X) After an underwhelming debut season in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) scripted a remarkable turnaround in 2024, claiming their first-ever WPL title. Under Smriti Mandhana’s leadership, they defeated Delhi Capitals in the final, ending the franchise’s long wait for silverware across both men’s and women’s teams. As RCB gears up for WPL 2025, they carry the weight of expectations but also face new challenges, including injuries and key-player withdrawals. Here’s a comprehensive SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis of their squad ahead of the new season. Strengths Strong Core of Proven Match-Winners RCB has retained most of the key players who powered them to the title last season. Ellyse Perry was their standout performer, finishing as the top run-scorer of WPL 2024 with 347 runs at an average of 69.40 and a strike rate of 125.72. She played a match-winning 66 off 50 balls in the Eliminator against Mumbai Indians and was a vital cog in guiding RCB to the final. Perry’s influence wasn’t limited to the bat—she also produced the best bowling figures in WPL history with 6/15 against MI. RCB’s spin attack, led by Shreyanka Patil (13 wickets) and Asha Sobhana (12 wickets), was equally instrumental in their success. With Georgia Wareham’s all-round abilities and Richa Ghosh’s power-hitting in the middle-order, RCB boasts a well-balanced squad capable of competing at the highest level. Bolstered Pace Attack The late withdrawals of Sophie Devine and Kate Cross were setbacks, but RCB moved quickly to bring in quality replacements. Kim Garth is an excellent new-ball bowler, having recently taken 9 wickets in 7 games in the 2025 Women’s Ashes. She also holds the record for a five-wicket haul (5/36) in WPL history while playing for Gujarat Giants. Heather Graham, another replacement, is an effective all-rounder, having picked up 9 wickets at an economy of 4.25 and scored 217 runs at a strike rate of 88.93 in the ongoing Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL). Her ability to contribute in multiple departments strengthens RCB’s squad depth. Weaknesses Injury Concerns Surrounding Key Players RCB’s title defence could be significantly impacted by injuries to key players: Perry suffered a hip injury during the pink-ball Test at the MCG on January 30, 2025. Her recovery timeline remains unclear, and if she misses part of WPL 2025, RCB will lose their most dependable all-rounder. Asha Sobhana (knee injury) and Shreyanka Patil (finger injury) have both been out of action since the 2024 T20 World Cup. If they struggle with form or fitness, RCB’s spin attack might lose its edge. Sophie Molineux, who was set to be a key spin-bowling all-rounder, is already ruled out due to a long-term knee injury. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here RCB staffs and members at the Mini Auction in Bengaluru (PC: RCB Insta) Over-reliance on a Few Batters While Perry was the backbone of RCB’s batting last season, the rest of the lineup had moments of inconsistency. Smriti Mandhana scored 300 runs but at a strike rate of just 125, which was lower than ideal for an opening batter. Richa, despite her finishing ability, averaged just 20.50, showing room for improvement. If Perry remains unavailable or out of form, RCB could struggle to post or chase big totals, making them heavily dependent on Mandhana and Wareham to step up. Opportunities Raghvi Bist’s Breakthrough Potential RCB’s newest domestic recruit, Raghvi Bist, is a young all-rounder who could solve their middle-order concerns. The 20-year-old made her India debut in December 2024 and impressed in domestic cricket. She was a standout performer in the Senior Women’s T20 Challenger Trophy, scoring 162 runs at an average of 40.50 and a strike rate of 120.89. Her aggressive approach was evident when she smashed 72 runs off 35 balls for Uttarakhand and followed it up with 71 off 51 in the Challenger Trophy final.

If given the right opportunities, she could provide stability and firepower to RCB’s batting lineup. Georgia Wareham’s Growing Batting Influence Wareham was a dependable spinner last season, picking up 7 wickets at an economy of 8.23, but her batting has shown marked improvement recently. With Molineux ruled out, RCB might give her a more prominent role as a middle-order batter who can anchor innings or accelerate when needed. If Wareham steps up with the bat, she could be a key factor in offsetting Perry’s potential absence. Threats Fitness and Form of Spin Attack RCB’s spin duo of Shreyanka and Asha were the top two wicket-takers in WPL 2024. However, both are returning from injuries and haven’t played competitive cricket in months. With Sophie Molineux ruled out, the lack of in-form spinners could hurt RCB, especially on turning tracks. If Shreyanka and Sobhana aren’t at their best, the franchise may have to rely more on part-time options, which could be risky. Adapting to New Overseas Players The withdrawal of Sophie Devine, Kate Cross, and Sophie Molineux has forced RCB to make late additions. While Kim Garth and Heather Graham are quality players, they weren’t part of the team’s pre-season planning and will need time to adjust to the squad’s dynamics. If they take too long to settle in, RCB’s balance could be disrupted, especially in crunch situations. Updated squad Smriti Mandhana (c), Sabbineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Heather Graham, Renuka Singh, Charlie Dean, Ekta Bisht, Kim Garth, Kanika Ahuja, Danni Wyatt,  Prema Rawat, Joshitha VJ, Raghvi Bist, Jagravi Pawar. Auction recruitments: Prema Rawat (Rs. 1.20 Crore), Joshitha VJ (Rs. 10 Lakh), Raghvi Bist (Rs. 10 Lakh), Jagravi Pawar (Rs. 10 Lakh) TRAILBLAZERS 3.0 Predicted Playing XI Smriti Mandhana (c), Danni Wyatt, Raghvi Bist, Ellyse Perry/Heather Graham, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh(wk), Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Renuka Singh, Kim Garth Also Read: Can Gujarat Giants Finally Turn Their WPL Fortunes Around? The post SWOT analysis, WPL 2025: Can injury-hit RCB defend the title? appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Renuka Singh Thakur and Smriti Mandhana in practice sessions for Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the WPL 2025 (PC: RCB/X) After an underwhelming debut season in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) scripted a remarkable turnaround in 2024, claiming their first-ever WPL title. Under Smriti Mandhana’s leadership, they defeated Delhi Capitals in the final, ending the franchise’s long wait for silverware across both men’s and women’s teams. As RCB gears up for WPL 2025, they carry the weight of expectations but also face new challenges, including injuries and key-player withdrawals. Here’s a comprehensive SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis of their squad ahead of the new season. Strengths Strong Core of Proven Match-Winners RCB has retained most of the key players who powered them to the title last season. Ellyse Perry was their standout performer, finishing as the top run-scorer of WPL 2024 with 347 runs at an average of 69.40 and a strike rate of 125.72. She played a match-winning 66 off 50 balls in the Eliminator against Mumbai Indians and was a vital cog in guiding RCB to the final. Perry’s influence wasn’t limited to the bat—she also produced the best bowling figures in WPL history with 6/15 against MI. RCB’s spin attack, led by Shreyanka Patil (13 wickets) and Asha Sobhana (12 wickets), was equally instrumental in their success. With Georgia Wareham’s all-round abilities and Richa Ghosh’s power-hitting in the middle-order, RCB boasts a well-balanced squad capable of competing at the highest level. Bolstered Pace Attack The late withdrawals of Sophie Devine and Kate Cross were setbacks, but RCB moved quickly to bring in quality replacements. Kim Garth is an excellent new-ball bowler, having recently taken 9 wickets in 7 games in the 2025 Women’s Ashes. She also holds the record for a five-wicket haul (5/36) in WPL history while playing for Gujarat Giants. Heather Graham, another replacement, is an effective all-rounder, having picked up 9 wickets at an economy of 4.25 and scored 217 runs at a strike rate of 88.93 in the ongoing Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL). Her ability to contribute in multiple departments strengthens RCB’s squad depth. Weaknesses Injury Concerns Surrounding Key Players RCB’s title defence could be significantly impacted by injuries to key players: Perry suffered a hip injury during the pink-ball Test at the MCG on January 30, 2025. Her recovery timeline remains unclear, and if she misses part of WPL 2025, RCB will lose their most dependable all-rounder. Asha Sobhana (knee injury) and Shreyanka Patil (finger injury) have both been out of action since the 2024 T20 World Cup. If they struggle with form or fitness, RCB’s spin attack might lose its edge. Sophie Molineux, who was set to be a key spin-bowling all-rounder, is already ruled out due to a long-term knee injury. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here RCB staffs and members at the Mini Auction in Bengaluru (PC: RCB Insta) Over-reliance on a Few Batters While Perry was the backbone of RCB’s batting last season, the rest of the lineup had moments of inconsistency. Smriti Mandhana scored 300 runs but at a strike rate of just 125, which was lower than ideal for an opening batter. Richa, despite her finishing ability, averaged just 20.50, showing room for improvement. If Perry remains unavailable or out of form, RCB could struggle to post or chase big totals, making them heavily dependent on Mandhana and Wareham to step up. Opportunities Raghvi Bist’s Breakthrough Potential RCB’s newest domestic recruit, Raghvi Bist, is a young all-rounder who could solve their middle-order concerns. The 20-year-old made her India debut in December 2024 and impressed in domestic cricket. She was a standout performer in the Senior Women’s T20 Challenger Trophy, scoring 162 runs at an average of 40.50 and a strike rate of 120.89. Her aggressive approach was evident when she smashed 72 runs off 35 balls for Uttarakhand and followed it up with 71 off 51 in the Challenger Trophy final.

If given the right opportunities, she could provide stability and firepower to RCB’s batting lineup. Georgia Wareham’s Growing Batting Influence Wareham was a dependable spinner last season, picking up 7 wickets at an economy of 8.23, but her batting has shown marked improvement recently. With Molineux ruled out, RCB might give her a more prominent role as a middle-order batter who can anchor innings or accelerate when needed. If Wareham steps up with the bat, she could be a key factor in offsetting Perry’s potential absence. Threats Fitness and Form of Spin Attack RCB’s spin duo of Shreyanka and Asha were the top two wicket-takers in WPL 2024. However, both are returning from injuries and haven’t played competitive cricket in months. With Sophie Molineux ruled out, the lack of in-form spinners could hurt RCB, especially on turning tracks. If Shreyanka and Sobhana aren’t at their best, the franchise may have to rely more on part-time options, which could be risky. Adapting to New Overseas Players The withdrawal of Sophie Devine, Kate Cross, and Sophie Molineux has forced RCB to make late additions. While Kim Garth and Heather Graham are quality players, they weren’t part of the team’s pre-season planning and will need time to adjust to the squad’s dynamics. If they take too long to settle in, RCB’s balance could be disrupted, especially in crunch situations. Updated squad Smriti Mandhana (c), Sabbineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Heather Graham, Renuka Singh, Charlie Dean, Ekta Bisht, Kim Garth, Kanika Ahuja, Danni Wyatt,  Prema Rawat, Joshitha VJ, Raghvi Bist, Jagravi Pawar. Auction recruitments: Prema Rawat (Rs. 1.20 Crore), Joshitha VJ (Rs. 10 Lakh), Raghvi Bist (Rs. 10 Lakh), Jagravi Pawar (Rs. 10 Lakh) TRAILBLAZERS 3.0 Predicted Playing XI Smriti Mandhana (c), Danni Wyatt, Raghvi Bist, Ellyse Perry/Heather Graham, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh(wk), Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Renuka Singh, Kim Garth Also Read: Can Gujarat Giants Finally Turn Their WPL Fortunes Around? The post SWOT analysis, WPL 2025: Can injury-hit RCB defend the title? appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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WPL 2025: RCB Forced to Add Charlie Dean to Squad as Sophie Molineux Gets Ruled Out

WPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru women have made a massive change to their squad ahead of the next edition of the Women's Premier League. Sophie Molineux has been ruled out of the tournament, and in her place, the team has added Charlie Dean as a replacement.

Releasing the official statement, the franchise stated: "Our champion all-rounder Sophie Molineux has unfortunately been ruled out of #WPL2025 due to a knee injury, and England all-rounder 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧 has been chosen as her replacement. Welcome to #ನಮ್ಮRCB, Charlie! We can’t wait to see you sprinkle your magic on the field"

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RCB’s Sophie Molineux ruled out of the WPL 2025, replacement announced

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) received a major return ahead of the upcoming event Women Premier League (WPL) 2025 like a key spinner Sophie Molineux has been withdrawn from the competition due to a knee injury. RCB is facing a major setback with Sophie Molineux's injury Molineux, a member of the Australian cricket team, suffered an injury during the match against India, which made his…

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RCB’s Sophie Molineux ruled out of the WPL 2025, replacement announced

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) received a major return ahead of the upcoming event Women Premier League (WPL) 2025 like a key spinner Sophie Molineux has been withdrawn from the competition due to a knee injury. RCB is facing a major setback with Sophie Molineux's injury Molineux, a member of the Australian cricket team, suffered an injury during the match against India, which made his…

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No Sophie Molineux as Australia unveils ODI and T20I squads for the 2025 Women’s Ashes

Cricket Australia have officially announced the Women’s One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) squads for the much-anticipated Women’s Ashes series, scheduled to start in January 2025. The series will culminate with a one-off Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on February 2, 2025. Squad leadership and key players Alyssa Healy will continue to captain the Australian…

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Sophie Molineux ruled out of Australia squad for Women’s Ashes

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Molineux, Matthews fire Renegades to a top-two finish

Melbourne Renegades defeated Sydney Thunder by nine wickets at the Junction Oval to guarantee a top-two finish in the WBBL 2024 league stage after to standout performances from Sophie Molineux and Hayley Matthews. With Hayley Matthews' undefeated 60 off 37 and her 95-run partnership with Molineux (42* off 29), Molineux took 4 for 23 as Renegades reduced Thunder to 133, a total they subsequently brought down in just 14.2 overs.

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India vs Australia LIVE Updates, ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Radha Yadav Strikes For India As Australia Go 3 Down

India vs Australia LIVE: Let’s take a look at the squads! Australia squad: Alyssa Healy (capt & wk), Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham India squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (capt), Smriti Mandhana (vice-capt), Yastika Bhatia…

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have called up England's spin-bowling allrounder Charlie Dean to replace the injured Sophie Molineux in their squad for the upcoming WPL 2025.Molineux, the Australian left-arm spinner, was ruled out of their home Ashes series against England after picking up a knee injury that will require surgery.She had managed the knee issue through the WBBL in October-November last year. She captained Melbourne Renegades to the title despite missing four of their 11 games.The issue flared up again during Australia's ODI series against India at home, which immediately followed the WBBL. Molineux played in the second and third games of the series, and picked up one wicket across the 11 overs she bowled.She also missed the trip to New Zealand, which featured another three ODIs, and now faces a further spell out of action. Australia's physiotherapist Kate Beerworth had said in December that "further updates on an anticipated return date" for Molineux would be provided only after the surgery, which is supposed to take place this month.Molineux was retained by RCB ahead of the 2025 edition of the WPL. She had represented them in their title-winning run in 2024, when she had bagged 12 wickets in ten games at an average of 23.16.Dean, meanwhile, is yet to feature in the WPL. But she has played 36 T20Is for England, and taken 46 wickets at a brilliant average of 18.19. She is currently in action for her country in Australia, where she has struck only once in the first two ODIs of the Women's Ashes.Dean has also represented London Spirit in the women's Hundred, and has played 30 games for the franchise across four seasons from 2021.

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[ad_1] RCB staff and members at the Mini Auction in Bengaluru (PC: RCB Insta) The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), are ready for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 season. Before the mini-auction, they had four spots to fill and therefore, signed four Indian players at the mini-auction in Bengaluru. With six foreign players in the squad, they look balanced and have enough options to adapt to different conditions. They have also included some promising young domestic players who could perform well under Smriti Mandhana’s leadership.   Retained squad: Smriti Mandhana (c), Sabbineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh, Sophie Molineux, Ekta Bisht, Kate Cross, Kanika Ahuja, Danni Wyatt (traded) The core of the team looks strong as they head into the next season. The defending champions will aim to replicate their success under Smriti’s leadership. Experienced players like Perry and Devine will provide valuable support. The spin bowling unit is impressive, featuring Shreyanka, Ekta, Asha, Wareham, and Sophie. Before the auction, they traded England star Danni Wyatt from UP Warriorz, adding another option at the top of the order. Perry was the highest run-scorer in the recent Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) for the Sydney Sixers, scoring 424 runs in 10 innings at an average of 53.00 and a strike rate of 137.21. Smriti can also rely on Perry as a bowling option alongside Devine, offering solid support to the spin attack. New recruitments: Prema Rawat (Rs. 1.20 Crore), Joshitha VJ (Rs. 10 Lakh), Raghvi Bist (Rs. 10 Lakh), Jagravi Pawar (Rs. 10 Lakh)  Prema made headlines when RCB signed her for a staggering Rs. 1.2 crore. She impressed for the Mussoorie Thunders in the inaugural Uttarakhand Premier League, taking four wickets in three games and showcasing excellent fielding skills. In the recent Senior Women’s T20 Trophy, the young leg-spinner claimed seven wickets in her last six games. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Royal Challengers Bengaluru WPL 2025 Squad (PC: RCB Insta) Jagravi, from Mumbai, stood out with her performances, especially in the final of the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy. She was the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, securing 16 wickets in 11 games and playing a key role in Mumbai’s title-winning campaign. Joshitha, a rising star currently representing India Under-19s, adds further depth to the squad. Players like her and Jagravi can provide strong support to Renuka as bowling partners in the upcoming season. Raghvi has also had an impressive domestic season for Uttarakhand. The 20-year-old is primarily known for her top-order batting but can also contribute with useful bowling spells. She finished as the fifth-highest run-scorer in the recent Senior Women’s T20 Challenger Trophy, scoring 162 runs in five innings. Overall, the squad looks strong enough to defend the WPL trophy. However, there are injury concerns for Shreyanka and Asha Sobhana. Both players are expected to be fully fit by the start of the tournament’s third edition. To cover for them, the team has backed players like Prema. One area that has surprised RCB fans is the lack of a backup wicketkeeper for Richa Ghosh. If she faces an injury, the team might struggle to find someone to take on the wicketkeeping duties.     Overall Rating: 8.5/10 Also Read: Jemimah’s Blazing Knock Powers India to Dominant 49-Run Win Over West Indies The post RCB in WPL 2025 Mini Auction: Strong core, Promising youngsters, but no backup for Richa appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] RCB staff and members at the Mini Auction in Bengaluru (PC: RCB Insta) The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), are ready for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 season. Before the mini-auction, they had four spots to fill and therefore, signed four Indian players at the mini-auction in Bengaluru. With six foreign players in the squad, they look balanced and have enough options to adapt to different conditions. They have also included some promising young domestic players who could perform well under Smriti Mandhana’s leadership.   Retained squad: Smriti Mandhana (c), Sabbineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh, Sophie Molineux, Ekta Bisht, Kate Cross, Kanika Ahuja, Danni Wyatt (traded) The core of the team looks strong as they head into the next season. The defending champions will aim to replicate their success under Smriti’s leadership. Experienced players like Perry and Devine will provide valuable support. The spin bowling unit is impressive, featuring Shreyanka, Ekta, Asha, Wareham, and Sophie. Before the auction, they traded England star Danni Wyatt from UP Warriorz, adding another option at the top of the order. Perry was the highest run-scorer in the recent Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) for the Sydney Sixers, scoring 424 runs in 10 innings at an average of 53.00 and a strike rate of 137.21. Smriti can also rely on Perry as a bowling option alongside Devine, offering solid support to the spin attack. New recruitments: Prema Rawat (Rs. 1.20 Crore), Joshitha VJ (Rs. 10 Lakh), Raghvi Bist (Rs. 10 Lakh), Jagravi Pawar (Rs. 10 Lakh)  Prema made headlines when RCB signed her for a staggering Rs. 1.2 crore. She impressed for the Mussoorie Thunders in the inaugural Uttarakhand Premier League, taking four wickets in three games and showcasing excellent fielding skills. In the recent Senior Women’s T20 Trophy, the young leg-spinner claimed seven wickets in her last six games. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Royal Challengers Bengaluru WPL 2025 Squad (PC: RCB Insta) Jagravi, from Mumbai, stood out with her performances, especially in the final of the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy. She was the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, securing 16 wickets in 11 games and playing a key role in Mumbai’s title-winning campaign. Joshitha, a rising star currently representing India Under-19s, adds further depth to the squad. Players like her and Jagravi can provide strong support to Renuka as bowling partners in the upcoming season. Raghvi has also had an impressive domestic season for Uttarakhand. The 20-year-old is primarily known for her top-order batting but can also contribute with useful bowling spells. She finished as the fifth-highest run-scorer in the recent Senior Women’s T20 Challenger Trophy, scoring 162 runs in five innings. Overall, the squad looks strong enough to defend the WPL trophy. However, there are injury concerns for Shreyanka and Asha Sobhana. Both players are expected to be fully fit by the start of the tournament’s third edition. To cover for them, the team has backed players like Prema. One area that has surprised RCB fans is the lack of a backup wicketkeeper for Richa Ghosh. If she faces an injury, the team might struggle to find someone to take on the wicketkeeping duties.     Overall Rating: 8.5/10 Also Read: Jemimah’s Blazing Knock Powers India to Dominant 49-Run Win Over West Indies The post RCB in WPL 2025 Mini Auction: Strong core, Promising youngsters, but no backup for Richa appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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Royal Renaissance: RCB Women Clinch Historic WPL Title

The Women's Premier League (WPL) witnessed a crowning moment for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) women's team on March 17, 2024. In a thrilling finale against the Delhi Capitals, RCB emerged victorious, etching their name in history as the champions of the second WPL season.

This victory held immense significance for the RCB franchise, notorious for their trophy drought in the men's Indian Premier League (IPL).  The women's team, led by the indomitable Smriti Mandhana, managed to achieve what their male counterparts haven't – clinching a coveted championship title.

The final match was a nail-biting affair.  Delhi Capitals batted first, but RCB's bowling attack, spearheaded by the spin duo of Sophie Molineux and Shreyanka Patil, restricted them to a modest total of 113 runs.  Molineux and Patil shared seven wickets between them, showcasing exceptional control and skill.

Chasing a relatively low target, RCB didn't have it easy.  Early wickets fell, putting pressure on the middle order.  However, the experienced Smriti Mandhana and the ever-reliable Ellyse Perry steadied the ship with a crucial partnership.  Their composed batting ensured RCB crossed the finish line in the final over, securing an eight-wicket victory.

This win wasn't just about individual brilliance; it was a testament to the team's collective spirit.  From the leadership of Mandhana to the impactful bowling performances and gritty batting displays by various players, RCB functioned as a well-oiled machine throughout the tournament.

The victory sparked jubilation among RCB fans, many of whom have been yearning for a championship title for years.  This win for the women's team serves as a beacon of hope, demonstrating the immense potential that exists in women's cricket.

The RCB women's triumph in the WPL has significant implications.  It's likely to inspire a new generation of young girls to take up cricket, and it further strengthens the case for continued investment in women's sports leagues in India.

With the WPL trophy in their cabinet, the Royal Challengers Bangalore women's team has set a high bar for themselves and the WPL as a whole.  The cricketing world eagerly awaits their performance in the upcoming seasons, curious to see if they can build a dynasty and continue their reign as WPL champions.