WPL 2024: Asha's 5-22, superb death-over bowling help RCB beat UP Warriorz by two runs
In a thrilling match at the Women’s Premier League 2024, Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated UP Warriorz by two runs. Sobhana Asha’s 5-22 haul and tight death-over bowling by Georgia Wareham and Sophie Molineux secured the victory for RCB. Richa Ghosh and Sabbhineni Meghana’s half-centuries helped RCB post a competitive total of 157/6.
UP Warriorz seemed on track for victory, needing 15 runs from the last two overs. Deepti Sharma’s aggressive batting brought them closer, but RCB’s Warsham and Molineux turned the game around, restricting Warriorz to 155/7 in 20 overs. Sobhana Asha’s crucial wickets in the 17th over derailed Warriorz’s chase.
Despite a strong partnership between Shweta Sehrawat and Grace Harris, UP Warriorz fell short of the target. Richa Ghosh and Sabbhineni Meghana’s batting prowess set the stage for RCB’s victory. Rajeshwari Gayakwad’s 2-24 for UP Warriorz and contributions from other bowlers added excitement to the match.
With this win, Royal Challengers Bangalore Women notched another close victory in the Women’s Premier League 2024, showcasing their bowling prowess and batting depth. The match ended in a thrilling climax as RCB successfully defended their total of 157/6 against UP Warriorz.
