Bowlers shine as RCB secure 5-run victory over MI in WPL 2024; set to face DC in final
In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Bowlers, led by Shreyanka Patil’s 2-18, helped Royal Challengers Bangalore secure a five-run victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the WPL 2024 Eliminator on Friday. After Ellyse Perry’s brilliant 66, RCB restricted MI to 130/6, setting up a clash with Delhi Capitals in the title match.
Ellyse Perry played a pivotal role in both batting and bowling, as her innings propelled RCB to 135/6 and her crucial wickets stemmed the run-flow for MI. Shreyanka Patil’s tight spell and dismissals of key batters like Harmanpreet Kaur tilted the game in RCB’s favor, leading them to their first-ever WPL final appearance.
Chasing 136, MI faced early setbacks but found momentum through Yastika Bhatia and Hayley Matthews. However, RCB’s bowlers kept the pressure on, with crucial breakthroughs at key moments ensuring a narrow victory. The match witnessed thrilling moments and a resilient performance from both teams, eventually ending in RCB’s favor.
Harmanpreet Kaur and Amelia Kerr’s efforts to anchor MI’s chase fell short in the last few overs as RCB bowlers maintained their composure under pressure. With RCB sealing a spot in the final, their clash with Delhi Capitals promises to be an exciting battle for the WPL title on Sunday.
