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After a heartbreaking Super Over loss in their last match, Royal Challengers Bangalore Women return to action, hoping to break their winless streak at home. They will face Gujarat Giants, a team struggling with batting inconsistency, in their third home fixture of the season.
RCB Women have been competitive in every match but have failed to close out games in crucial moments. The Giants, despite boasting a star-studded top four, have found it difficult to set imposing totals in recent games.
Both teams have areas to improve—RCB Women need better execution at the death, while Gujarat Giants must find stability at the top. This encounter promises a fierce battle, with both sides desperate to climb up the points table.
Match Details
| Match | Royal Challengers Bangalore Women vs Gujarat Giants |
|---|---|
| Date | 9th February 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Format | T20 |
| Live Streaming | JioCinema, Sports18 |
Royal Challengers Bangalore Women Preview
RCB Women had their last match in the bag before a late collapse saw them fall into a Super Over against UP Warriorz. Skipper Smriti Mandhana failed to take charge in the final moments, and the team paid the price for their poor finishing.
The batting has been largely dependent on Ellyse Perry and Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, who have been in fine touch. Perry’s 90 off 56 was a standout performance in the previous match. However, there is little contribution from the middle and lower order, with Richa Ghosh and Kanika Ahuja struggling for consistency.
The biggest concern remains bowling at the death. RCB Women had UP Warriorz at 134/8 but allowed them to tie the game with 46 runs in the last 22 balls. Renuka Singh Thakur, Kim Garth, and Georgia Wareham need to show more composure under pressure.
With Sneh Rana leading the spin attack, the bowling unit still holds promise, but execution will be key against a misfiring Gujarat Giants lineup.
Key Players:
- Ellyse Perry – Top-scored with 90 off 56 balls in the last game.
- Danielle Wyatt-Hodge – Scored 57 off 41 and is looking in good form.
- Sneh Rana – Took 3 wickets and will be crucial in the middle overs.
Predicted Playing XI:
- Smriti Mandhana (C)
- Danielle Wyatt-Hodge
- Ellyse Perry
- Raghvi Bist
- Richa Ghosh (WK)
- Kanika Ahuja
- Georgia Wareham
- Kim Garth
- Sneh Rana
- Ekta Bisht
- Renuka Singh Thakur
Gujarat Giants Preview
Gujarat Giants have been inconsistent with the bat, and their form in recent matches has been concerning. Despite having proven match-winners in the top four, the batting unit has failed to fire, scoring 120 and 127 runs in their last two outings.
The biggest worry is the form of Beth Mooney, who has scores of 10, 1, and 0 in her last three games. Ashleigh Gardner and Harleen Deol have shown flashes of brilliance but haven’t delivered consistently. The one bright spot has been Deandra Dottin, who has been their most reliable batter.
In the bowling department, Kashvee Gautam has impressed, consistently picking up wickets and keeping the economy in check. Tanuja Kanwar and Ashleigh Gardner have provided support, but Gujarat Giants lack a dominant wicket-taking threat in the middle overs.
To compete against RCB Women, Gujarat’s batting unit must step up and put a competitive total on the board.
Key Players:
- Deandra Dottin – Consistent with the bat in the lower middle order.
- Harleen Deol – A crucial player in the middle order.
- Kashvee Gautam – Leading wicket-taker for Gujarat Giants.
Predicted Playing XI:
- Beth Mooney (WK)
- Harleen Deol
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Ashleigh Gardner (C)
- Deandra Dottin
- Simran Shaikh
- Tanuja Kanwar
- Bharti Fulmali
- Kashvee Gautam
- Meghna Singh
- Priya Mishra
Fantasy Team XI (Dream11 Prediction)
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Batter |
| Danielle Wyatt-Hodge | Batter |
| Ellyse Perry | All-rounder |
| Ashleigh Gardner | All-rounder |
| Harleen Deol | All-rounder |
| Deandra Dottin | All-rounder |
| Richa Ghosh | Wicketkeeper |
| Sneh Rana | Bowler |
| Kashvee Gautam | Bowler |
| Kim Garth | Bowler |
| Renuka Singh Thakur | Bowler |
Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly pitches, with high-scoring games being a regular feature. The average first innings score in the last four WPL matches at this venue is 162 runs.
- Pitch Type: Flat track, great for batters.
- Ideal Score: 175+ for a strong total.
- Bowlers to Watch: Pacers might get some early swing, while spinners could play a role in the middle overs.
Weather Forecast
- Temperature: 28-31°C
- Humidity: Moderate
- Rain Probability: 0%
- Wind Speed: 5-6 km/h
Toss Prediction: Bowl First
- Three of the last four matches at this venue have been won by teams chasing.
Match Prediction
Gujarat Giants have batting concerns, and unless their top order fires, they could struggle once again. RCB Women, despite their own challenges, have in-form match-winners like Ellyse Perry and Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, giving them an edge.
Considering overall squad strength and current form, RCB Women start as favorites and should secure a much-needed victory.
Prediction: Royal Challengers Bangalore Women to win.
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