It was another last-over thriller at RCB’s home ground, Mumbai Indians won their second win of the season. Meanwhile, the defending champions saw their five-match winning streak end.

RCB vs MI Highlights: Perry Shines, But Harmanpreet & Co. Clinch Thrilling Win

After choosing to bat first, Smriti Mandhana gave RCB a good start. The skipper came out with an attacking mindset, making the most runs in the powerplay. She smashed four boundaries and a six, but her quickfire knock of 26 off 13 balls ended when she mistimed a shot and got out earlier. Mumbai Indians got the breakthrough they needed and kept RCB quiet for the rest of the powerplay. MI picked up three more wickets, leaving RCB struggling at 74/4.

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Ellyse Perry celebrates her FIFTY in style 😎

She's currently batting on her highest individual score in #TATAWPL 👏

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With four wickets down, RCB was in deep trouble. That’s when Ellyse Perry stepped in to steady innings, teaming up with Richa Ghosh to rebuild the innings in the tough times. The duo put together a much-needed 50-run partnership before Amanjot Kaur bowled out Richa just as she was starting to settle in. But Perry wasn’t done yet. She reached her fifty in just 30 balls and then shifted to attacking mode, taking on Mumbai’s bowlers in the final overs. It was yet another brilliant knock from the experienced all-rounder as she backed the RCB into the game with a stunning 81 off 43 balls.

🚨 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁#RCB get the huge wicket of Nat Sciver-Brunt, courtesy of Kim Garth ⚡️⚡️

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Mumbai had a decent day with the ball, with Amanjot Kaur being the standout performer, picking up three wickets. However, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews were a bit expensive as RCB managed 167 in their 20 overs.  Mumbai Indians came out all guns blazing in the chase, racking up 66 runs in the first six overs. Even though Yastika Bhatia fell early, they kept going strong, making it their highest powerplay score in WPL history. Nat Sciver-Brunt was the star of the show, smashing a quickfire 41 off just 18 balls and putting Mumbai in the driver’s seat.

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A superb chase as Mumbai Indians secure their 2️⃣nd win in a row! 🙌 🙌

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led unit bag 2️⃣ points as they beat #RCB by 4 wickets! 👏 👏

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With the pressure building, Mumbai desperately needed a strong partnership. Harmanpreet Kaur stepped up, scoring a crucial half-century. She found great support in Amanjot Kaur, and together they put on a 62-run run for the fifth wicket, bringing Mumbai back in control.

MI was heading for an easy win, Wareham took two wickets in two balls, including Harmanpreet’s, giving RCB a real chance to fight back. But with 22 runs needed off the last 12 balls, Amanjot held her nerve and smashed two big sixes, making the chase much easier. In the end, Kamalini G hit a crisp shot through covers for a boundary to seal the win for Mumbai with four wickets against RCB.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) resumes with a thrilling contest between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) today. Enthusiasts are expecting these two powerful teams to face each other at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW VS MIW 
• Date: February 19th, 2025
• Time:  7:30 PM IST
• Venue:  Bengaluru

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MIW Playing XI

Yastika Bhatia, Hayley Mathews, Nat Sciver Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Sanskriti Gupta, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque

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RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Sabbhineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh, Charlie Dean, Kanika Ahuja, Asha Shobana, Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Singh, Ekta Bisht, Kim Garth 

RCBW vs MIW Match Preview

The Women's Premier League 2025 is shaping up as Royal Challengers Bangalore Women face Mumbai Indians Women in Match 7. Both squads have shown signs of brilliance in previous matches. Smriti Mandhana leads the RCBW batting lineup, while Harmanpreet Kaur leads MIW's bowling attack. The teams will be hoping to get the most out of the conditions and gain an advantage in the tournament. The stage is set for an exciting competition, and it shall be interesting to find out which team emerges victorious.

RCBW vs MIW Match Details 

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians – 7th Match, WPL-2025

Venue: M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Date & Time: 21th February 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

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RCBW vs MIW Venue Stats

RCBW vs MIW Pitch Report

There is little known about this pitch. Although it appears to be a high-scoring venue, the most recent T20 game here was extremely low-scoring. We expect a good batting wicket this time.

RCBW vs MIW Weather Report

It is expected to be clear and sunny in Bengaluru, with a high of 33 degrees Celsius. The weather would also be clear around match time in the evening.  

RCBW vs MIW Last Five Matches

RCBW vs MIW Head-to-Head Stats

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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RCBW vs MIW Probable Playing XIs:

Mumbai Indians Probable Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bangalore Probable Playing XIs

Smriti Mandhana(c), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Richa Ghosh(w), Kanika Ahuja, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, Joshitha VJ, Renuka Thakur Singh

Topmost Picks for RCBW vs MIW Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Mumbai Indians

• Nat Sciver-Brunt – She maintained a unique average of 98.33 and amassed a total of 295 runs in 8 innings in the previous season.
• Amelia Kerr –  She took the highest number of wickets, 11 wickets in 8 matches for the team, and has a stunning strike rate as a batter.

Top Picks – Royal Challengers Bangalore

• Smriti Mandhana – She has scored 234 runs in her last 5 innings, with an average of 46.80. She is a top-order batsman who can anchor the innings for RCBW.
• Renuka Thakur Singh –  She took 5 wickets in 2 innings in the previous season, with an economy rate of 5.75 and best bowling figures of 3/23.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians Dream11 Team:

Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia, Smriti Mandhana, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Harmanpreet Kaur, Hayley Matthews(VC), Nat Sciver-Brunt(C), Georgia Wareham, Renuka Thakur Singh, Shabnim Ismail

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians Dream11 Team:

Richa Ghosh, Smriti Mandhana(C), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr(VC), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Georgia Wareham, Renuka Thakur Singh, Shabnim Ismail

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Nat Sciver-Brunt, Smriti Mandhana

Vice-captain – Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr

Wicketkeeper – Richa Ghosh

RCBW vs MIW Probable Winners:

Royal Challengers Bangalore has a strong batting lineup led by Smriti Mandhana, who has been in top form, and a skilled bowling attack spearheaded by Ellyse Perry. The team has shown great depth and consistency in their previous matches, and they believe they can overcome MIW's strong bowling attack. RCBW's experience and skill will give them the edge. The key players for RCBW will be Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry, while Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur will be crucial for MIW. However, I believe RCBW's overall strength and momentum will carry them to victory. Considering the team combination, Royal Challengers Bangalore is expected to win this match.

The WPL comes home for Bengaluru. The games turns out to be a battle between RCB's Indian talent and MI's overseas talent which has stepped up spectacularly in the recent games. RCB though are on a dominant run and look very deep with their batting, showing the ability to rack up decently sized totals with ease.

RCBW vs MIW Match Details

Date: February 21st, 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Bengaluru

RCBW vs MIW Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

RCBW vs MIW Pitch Report

Bengaluru looks pretty balanced with batting second a better choice.

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RCBW vs MIW Predicted Playing XI

MIW Playing XI

Yastika Bhatia, Hayley Mathews, Nat Sciver Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Sanskriti Gupta, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnim Islmail, Saika Ishaque

RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Sabbhineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh, Charlie Dean, Kanika Ahuja, Asha Shobana, Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Singh, Ekta Bisht, Kim Garth 

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RCBW vs MIW Key Players

Renuka Singh

With players missing RCB will be depending on certain players and Renuka Singh is one of them.

Nat Sciver Brunt

Nat Sciver Brunt battled a turning track well in the previous game. She is an experienced candidate and held the innings together nicely. Impetus from Harmanpreet in between gave her some time to bed in as she transitioned beautifully through her innings. 

RCBW vs MIW Match Tips

Mumbai are coming in on a losing streak but their line-up remains one that is settled and just not firing enough.

Match Prediction: MI Women Will Win the Match