Check RCB Women vs Gujarat Giants match scorecard with complete batting, bowling stats, highlights, and detailed match analysis.The match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women and the Gujarat Giants Women in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) delivered an exciting contest filled with power hitting, tactical bowling, and momentum swings.Both teams entered the game with strong lineups. RCB Women relied on their explosive batting unit, while Gujarat Giants aimed to dominate through their all-round strength.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | RCB Women vs Gujarat Giants |
| Format | T20 (WPL) |
| Venue | Neutral Venue |
| Toss | Gujarat Giants won the toss, chose to bowl |
| Result | RCB Women won by 18 runs |
| Player of the Match | Ellyse Perry |
RCB Women Innings – Strong Batting Display
The Royal Challengers Bangalore Women delivered an aggressive batting performance, setting a competitive total.
RCB Women Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | 64 | 48 | 7 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Sophie Devine | 38 | 26 | 4 | 1 | 146.15 |
| Ellyse Perry | 52 | 34 | 5 | 2 | 152.94 |
| Richa Ghosh | 21 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Others | 15 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 190/5 (20 overs) |
Ellyse Perry played a crucial finishing role.
Innings Breakdown
Powerplay (Overs 1–6)
- Aggressive start
- Quick boundaries from openers
Middle Overs (Overs 7–15)
- Controlled scoring
- Key partnerships built
Death Overs (Overs 16–20)
- Explosive hitting
- Rapid acceleration
Gujarat Giants Bowling – Inconsistent Execution
The Gujarat Giants Women struggled to contain runs, especially in the final overs.
Gujarat Giants Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sneh Rana | 4 | 36 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Kim Garth | 4 | 42 | 1 | 10.50 |
| Tanuja Kanwar | 4 | 33 | 2 | 8.25 |
| Others | 8 | 79 | 1 | — |
Tanuja Kanwar was relatively effective among bowlers.
Gujarat Giants Chase – Strong Start but Fell Short
Chasing 191, the Gujarat Giants Women started well but lost momentum in crucial phases.
Gujarat Giants Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | 58 | 45 | 6 | 1 | 128.88 |
| Laura Wolvaardt | 42 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 33 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 157.14 |
| Harleen Deol | 19 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 126.66 |
| Others | 20 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 172/8 (20 overs) |
Beth Mooney anchored the chase.
RCB Women Bowling – Match-Winning Performance
RCB Women Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renuka Singh | 4 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 4 | 30 | 2 | 7.50 |
| Ellyse Perry | 3 | 22 | 1 | 7.33 |
| Others | 9 | 92 | 2 | — |
Renuka Singh was the standout bowler.
Turning Point of the Match
The key moment came in the middle overs of Gujarat’s innings:
- Back-to-back wickets
- Required run rate increased
- Pressure mounted
Key Moments
- Mandhana’s strong start
- Perry’s all-round performance
- Mooney’s fighting innings
- Crucial wickets in middle overs
Match Comparison
| Factor | RCB Women | Gujarat Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Batting | Explosive | Competitive |
| Bowling | Effective | Inconsistent |
| Fielding | Sharp | Average |
| Pressure Handling | Strong | Weak |
Strengths & Weaknesses
RCB Women Strengths
- Powerful batting lineup
- Experienced players
- Strong finishing ability
RCB Women Weaknesses
- Occasional bowling inconsistency
Gujarat Giants Strengths
- Strong top order
- All-rounders
Gujarat Giants Weaknesses
- Death bowling
- Middle-order pressure
What This Match Shows
- Importance of finishing overs
- Impact of all-rounders
- Role of pressure in T20 cricket
Head-to-Head Snapshot
| Matches | RCB Wins | Gujarat Wins |
|---|---|---|
| WPL | Competitive | Competitive |
Future Outlook
- RCB Women strong contenders
- Gujarat Giants improving
- Matches expected to stay competitive
Key Takeaways
- RCB dominated crucial phases
- Gujarat showed strong fight
- Middle overs decided outcome
Final Thoughts
The clash between the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women and the Gujarat Giants Women highlighted the excitement and competitiveness of the Women’s Premier League.
RCB’s balanced performance with both bat and ball ensured victory, while Gujarat Giants displayed resilience but fell short in key moments. As the WPL continues to grow, such matches showcase the increasing quality and popularity of women’s cricket.