The much-anticipated match between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) and Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) is set to take place on February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. This high-stakes encounter promises thrilling cricket action as both teams aim for dominance in the tournament. Fans across the globe can enjoy the live broadcast on Sports18 in India, Fox Sports in Australia, SuperSport in South Africa, and Gazi TV in Bangladesh. Additionally, streaming services like Jio Hotstar, Sky Go, and Willow TV ensure viewers don’t miss a moment of the game. With star players ready to shine, this match is set to be a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW vs GGW
• Date: February 27th, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

RCBW VS UPW LIVE STREAMING DETAILS
Online Streaming

• India: Jio Hotstar
• United Kingdom: Sky Go (for Sky Sports subscribers)
• United States & Canada: Willow TV (Website & App)
• Australia: Kayo Sports (for Fox Sports subscribers)

TV Broadcast

• India: Sports18 HD, Sports18 SD
• Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Pakistan: Ten Sports
• Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV)

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RCBW vs GGW Predicted Playing XI

GGW Playing XI

Beth Mooney, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardener, Kashvee Gautam, Deandre Dottin, Tanuja Kanwar, Bharti Fulmali, Simran Shaikh, Meghna Singh, Priya Mishra

RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, VJ Joshitha, Renuka Singh 

The much-anticipated match between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) and Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) is set to take place on February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. This high-stakes encounter promises thrilling cricket action as both teams aim for dominance in the tournament. Fans across the globe can enjoy the live broadcast on Sports18 in India, Fox Sports in Australia, SuperSport in South Africa, and Gazi TV in Bangladesh. Additionally, streaming services like Jio Hotstar, Sky Go, and Willow TV ensure viewers don’t miss a moment of the game. With star players ready to shine, this match is set to be a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW vs GGW
• Date: February 27th, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

RCBW VS UPW LIVE STREAMING DETAILS
Online Streaming

• India: Jio Hotstar
• United Kingdom: Sky Go (for Sky Sports subscribers)
• United States & Canada: Willow TV (Website & App)
• Australia: Kayo Sports (for Fox Sports subscribers)

TV Broadcast

• India: Sports18 HD, Sports18 SD
• Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Pakistan: Ten Sports
• Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV)

ALSO READ: WPL 2025, 12th Match, RCBW vs GGW, Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?

RCBW vs GGW Predicted Playing XI

GGW Playing XI

Beth Mooney, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardener, Kashvee Gautam, Deandre Dottin, Tanuja Kanwar, Bharti Fulmali, Simran Shaikh, Meghna Singh, Priya Mishra

RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, VJ Joshitha, Renuka Singh 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) started their WPL2025 with historic run chase in the opening match against Gujarat Giants at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. The defending champions chased huge target of 202 runs with nine balls remaining, with a six wicket win. Brilliant knocks from Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh,RCB became the first team to chase 200+ runs in any women’s franchise or domestic T20 game.

RCB Make History with Record-Breaking Chase in WPL 2025 Opener

RCB captain Smriti Mandhana won the toss and chose to bowl first. Gujarat Giants made a massive total of 201 runs. Their captain, Ashleigh Gardner, was unstoppable, smashing 79 runs off just 37 balls, including a record eight sixes. Beth Mooney (56 off 42 balls) and Deandra Dottin (25 off 23 balls) also helped with their contributions. RCB’s didn't get a good start, Gardner dismissed both Mandhana and Danielle Wyatt for low scores in the second over. But Ellyse Perry kept RCB in the game with a crucial knock of 57 off 34 balls. The real game-changer, Richa Ghosh, who played a excellent knock of 64 runs from just 27 balls. Kanika Ahuja also played a crucial role, scoring an unbeaten 30 off 13 balls. Their partnership of 93 runs in just 37 balls gives the World Record for RCB Woman's Team.

🚨 RCB CREATED HISTORY 🚨

- RCB become the first team to chased down 200+ runs total in WPL History. 😱 pic.twitter.com/PPW6ZvDYU4

— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) February 14, 2025

A Record-Breaking Chase in the WPL

With this win, RCB not only set the record for the highest run chase in WPL history but also became the first women’s team to chase 200+ runs in any domestic or franchise T20 match. 

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During the WPL 2025 opener, Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner created a new history as a skipper and equaled one all-time WPL record with her powerful batting performance.  

After the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana chose to field first in the WPL 2025 opener, Gujarat Giants put in a massive total of 201/5 in 20 overs, which is the joint fourth-highest WPL total but the highest WPL total for Giants. 

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Ashleigh Gardner became the first captain to hit more than five sixes in a WPL innings

In Giants’ innings, opener Beth Mooney scored 56 off 42 balls with eight fours, while the skipper Ashleigh Gardner smashed 79 off 37 balls with three fours and eight sixes. It was the record number sixes by a captain in a WPL innings as Gardner broke Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s record of five sixes against Gujarat Giants when she scored 95 not out in 48 balls last year.  

Ashleigh Gardner equalled the record for most sixes in a WPL innings by a batter

Meanwhile, with eight sixes, Gardner equalled the record for most sixes in a WPL innings by a batter. During the inaugural edition in 2023, Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Sophie Devine smashed eight sixes against Gujarat Giants. In that match, Devine scored 99 runs, which is still the highest individual score in a WPL innings.  

Most sixes in an innings by a batter in WPL history

Highest totals in WPL history

Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025: Opening Match and Live Streaming Information
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 began on February 14, 2025, with a thrilling opening match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Giants (GG). The match was played at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, starting the new season of women's cricket on a high note
Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025: Opening Match and Live Streaming Information.RCB VS GG

Match Details:

• Date: February 14, 2025
• Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Gujarat Giants
• Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
• Time: 7:30 PM IST

IN ALL COUNTRIES

WPL 2025 Live Streaming Online

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MATCH VENUES:

• Vadodara
• Bengaluru
• Lucknow
• Mumbai

Match winner prediction: RCB High chances

The 27-year-old Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner was the star during the first innings of the Australia Women vs Pakistan Women match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. 

Dubai hosted this crucial Group A match, where Australia Women captain Alyssa Healy chose to bowl first. Pakistan Women were bundled out for only 82 runs in 19.5 overs. 

No solid Pakistan partnership

Pakistan Women struggled in the powerplay as they scored 23/2 at the end of the powerplay. Their batting continuously struggled after the powerplay, and in the slog overs, the Aussie off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner had a destructive role with the ball. 

There was no solid partnership between the Pakistan batters. The highest partnership in that innings was for 19 runs between Aliya Riaz and Iram Javed. For the next wicket (seventh wicket), Riaz had another 18-run partnership with Tuba Hassan, but those partnerships weren't enough for Pakistan Women. Only Aliya Riaz managed to reach the 20-run mark in that innings as the right-handed batter scored 26 runs off 32 balls with the help of three fours.

Ashleigh Gardner claimed a four-fer

Among the Aussie bowlers, off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner picked up four wickets. She took all four wickets in the slog overs, including three wickets in her last over. She ended with the bowling figures of 4-0-21-4. 

Gardner first broke the highest runs partnership in that innings by dismissing Iram Javed (12) in her third over. In her next or last over, Gardner dismissed Tuba Hassan (3), Syeda Aroob Shah (1), and Nasra Sandhu (0). The off-spinner took the wickets of Syeda and Sandhu on her last two balls.

Talking about the other Aussie bowlers, Annabel Sutherland (2/15) and Georgia Wareham (2/16) bagged two wickets each, while Megan Schutt (1/7) and Sophie Molineux (1/19) took one wicket each.  

 

 

 

 

 

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Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner recently shared some heartwarming news on her Instagram account. She announced her engagement to her long-term girlfriend, Monica, delighting fans and followers. Gardner expressed her joy by posting a sweet caption that said, “Mrs. Gardner has a nice ring to it.” This announcement marks a significant milestone in Gardner’s personal life, as she and Monica embark on this new chapter together.

Gardner announces on Instagram

Gardner posted a couple picture and captioned it, “Mrs. Gardner has a nice ring to it 💍🤍”

Monica has been a constant source of support for Gardner, often seen cheering her on from the sidelines during her matches for the Australian team. Their relationship has been evident in Gardner’s social media posts, where she frequently shares pictures and moments with Monica. The couple’s bond was further highlighted when Monica accompanied Gardner to the Cricket Australia Awards ceremony, where Gardner received the prestigious Belinda Clarke award.

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A supportive relationship takes a new turn

Gardner’s engagement announcement has been met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans, teammates, and the cricketing community. As they begin this new journey together, Gardner and Monica’s relationship serves as a reminder of love and companionship in the world of sports.

As the auction commenced on the 13th of this month at the Jio Global Convention Centre, the five franchises created their teams for the Women’s Premier League inaugural season using the conventional process (WPL).

The tournament’s first edition is scheduled in Mumbai from March 4 to March 26. In this journal, we see each franchise’s top picks for their respective arsenals under the hammer. 

Royal Challengers Bangalore- Smriti Mandhana

Smriti Mandhana, the first player being under the hammer, drew a fierce bidding battle between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore, with the latter finally luring her in for a staggering Rs 3.4 crore. It made Mandhana the most expensive auction choice and provided Royal Challengers Bangalore with the choice of a suitable and prospective Indian captain.

Mumbai Indians- Natalie Sciver

Natalie Sciver, the impeccable English all-rounder, became the second most expensive player in the inaugural WPL for a colossal Rs 3.2 Crore. And of course, the Mumbai Indians squad’s top pick. Sciver broke into the scene as a skiddy medium-pace bowler, but she enhanced her batting abilities significantly. Sciver holds the distinction of becoming the first bowler in T20 cricket to record a hat-trick. She was a member of England’s World Cup-winning side in 2017 and was named one of five Wisden Cricketers of the Year in 2018 for her contribution to the success.

Delhi Capitals- Jemimah Rodrigues

Jemimah Rodrigues, a phenomenal top-order batter has got roped in by the Delhi Capitals for a staggering Rs. 2.2 Crore. She is undoubtedly the most talented next-generation player on the Indian women’s squad right now. The amount of time she gets to play shots and her easy power-hitting talents, in particular, distinguish her. Adding cherry to the cake, she is an excellent fielder who can play wherever on the field.

Gujarat Giants- Ashleigh Gardner

The new franchise, Gujarat Giants, has broken the bank by acquiring the Aussie off-spinning allrounder Ashleigh Gardner for a whooping Rs 3.2 Cr, making her the second most expensive buy of the season. Gardner has blossomed into a burgeoning star to watch as Australia looks to recapture tonnes of skill with both bat and ball. She went on to play a pivotal part in Australia’s World Cup campaign, and Ashes win.

UP Warriorz- Deepti Sharma

The Agra-born seasoned Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma is all set to represent her home state, UP Warriors. Being bought for a colossal Rs 2.6 Crore, she’s hailed as the second most expensive Indian player in the recent WPL auction. Also, she would be the team’s vice-captain in the upcoming season.  

Australia is a name that instills fear into any side in the cricketing world, and the Australia Women are doing well to live up to that reputation. Whether it’s the men or women, wins and trophy’s just keep coming. They are dominant but still silent as was the case in both teams T20 World Cup wins and now the Women’s ODI World Cup win.

While Australia are a dominant side, their wins don’t come without easy. In this World Cup, Australia had to battle a few injuries and couldn’t field the same eleven for more than two matches in row. They had players coming in late, Ellyse Perry injured, and the batting line-up had to be shuffled. Despite having hurdles of their own, Australia were clinical on the field as they went unbeaten through the tournament.

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The Finals are a perfect example of how clinical they were. The match drew parallels with the finals in Men’s World Cup Finals in 2003, as Alyssa Healy made a massive century to take the game away from England. They scored 356, and it was way to high for the second most successful Women’s team, England.

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The win helps Australia exert their presence in the Women’s Cricketing World. After strong runs in tournaments, Australia faded away slightly in 2017. They lost the 2016 T20 World Cup and were eliminated in the semi-finals of the 2017 World Cup, ending their run of invincibility. Both defeats turned out to be a kick in the back for Australia Women as they regained their invincible status with three wins in the next three multi-national events.

They dominated in the 2018 and 2020 T20 World Cup, and finally finished with a commanding victory in the 2022 World Cup. Presently, the nation holds the Men’s and Women’s T20 World Cup along with the Women’s ODI World Cup. What makes Australia Women so good though? They, along with England literally pass the trophy onto each other in cycles as the other teams come to the tournament as pedestrians.

Some of the reasons behind Australia Women and the England Women’s team could be due to the squad depth and opportunities. Despite injuries, Australia Women kept putting out a World Class eleven out in the field. Each player in the side comes with experience and knows how to handle pressure nicely. The Women’s BBL has allowed players to step into the big stage with ease. The amount Australia invests in the Australia Women’s team is also a strong factor.

They invest enough to allow the Women’s team to remain committed and gain opportunities as the quality is on par with the men’s side. The importance given to Women’s Cricket is immense and Tim Paine’s statement regarding a planned Afghanistan Test that shouldn’t be planned as the Afghanistan Women’s team arent getting to play is a prime example as to how the Women’s game is treated in Australia.

The base and platform is incredible and the each player is a talent in her own right. Finally, Australia Women came in with a strong captain this year. Meg Lanning was brilliant as she led from the front through the tournament. As a batter, she was brave, used her strength square of the wicket nicely and was willing to experiment with the batting order when players were unavailable.

She stood up with the bat, allowed everyone to play with clarity as they could go about their roles, and just kept plowing away silently. With her bat talking nicely, her captaincy looked more effective. As the team had runs on the board, they found it easier to rotate their bowlers, and the bowlers came into their own with the confidence of being in a side that has all its bases covered.

Each player came into the tournament with a story of their own, and each lived up to their story and performed just as well as their teammates. It was a true team performance as the entire side fired collectively to make Australia look invincible again. Their status is easily comparable to the men’s team’s World Cup run from 1999 to 2007, which saw Australia go unbeaten. The players are also comparable with quality players constantly at coming at the opposition one after the other, making the team go on a relentless attack to push their opponents out of the ground.

With incredible young talent making way, a BBL that allows the young talent to hone their skills, experience and youngsters to compete with the older players, and an investment strategy greater than any other team, Australia are sending ominous signs to the other teams. With the Commonwealth games coming, stopping Australia Women seems tough unless other teams improve their investment strategies.