Additionally, RCB-W was seeking retribution for their heartbreaking home defeat to MI-W in their first meeting with the two teams. Numerous experts offered their opinions on the match and how RCB-W dominated the first champions, who lost by 11 runs and were unable to advance straight to the finals. Former India star Mithali Raj was among the experts who expressed her opinion. He said the squad had nothing to lose in the previous two matches because they were already out of the competition and commended them for finally carrying out their intentions.
The WPL 2025 league stage is over, and on Thursday, March 13, the playoffs will begin. In the final game before the playoffs, the fans witnessed a high-scoring match between the Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W), with the Women in Red spoiling the celebration for the team captained by Harmanpreet Kaur.
“RCB probably knew they had nothing to lose going into this match.
Although they were coming off a defeat, their last game saw them almost chase down 225, demonstrating how effectively their batting had clicked. They recorded a solid total of 199 today. Along with Richa Ghosh and Georgia Wareham’s outstanding performances, it was wonderful to see Smriti Mandhana return to the running, Raj remarked on JioHotstar.
“They finished their innings on a strong note with over 70 runs in the final five overs, which were vital. That last flourish changed everything. 199 is a competitive total on this wicket. Tight lines and disciplined bowling can make it hard for the opposition, even though it is chaseable. The former India captain continued, “RCB did a good job executing their plans today, and that showed in the result.”
This contest is going to be really intriguing: Mithali Raj
Additionally, Mithali Raj discussed the forthcoming elimination match between the Gujarat Giants Women and the Mumbai Indians Women. Both sides will be playing for their lives in this match, which will also determine the tournament’s second finalist. Raj clarified the importance of the toss coming into this game as well as the potential benefits of the surface. She is also eager to know what the two skippers’ plans will be.
“This contest is going to be really fascinating. From the Mumbai Indians’ point of view, they won the toss both times—once when they successfully defended a total and again when they were unable to chase. Therefore, if they win the toss this time, it will be intriguing to watch what they decide. However, Ashleigh Gardner has consistently chosen to chase after winning the toss. But the Gujarat Giants have also won while playing defence. The previous World Cup 2017 finalist stated, “It will be interesting to watch how both captains approach their strategy on this pitch, especially with a high-pressure eliminator at stake.”
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