WPL 2024, Match 11: Royal Challengers Bangalore Women vs UP Warriorz Match Preview

In an anticipated Monday evening showdown, the stage is set for the 9th match of the Women’s Premier League 2024, featuring Royal Challengers Bangalore against UP Warriorz. The home team, Bangalore, enter the contest following a defeat against Mumbai Indians in their last game. Despite winning their initial two games, they have faced consecutive losses in the last two matches. Facing them are the UP Warriorz, currently in formidable form after a significant victory against Gujarat in their previous outing.

The clash, scheduled for March 4th at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, promises an exhilarating contest. Royal Challengers Bangalore currently hold the second-to-last position in the points table with four points from four matches. Meanwhile, the UP-based franchise occupies the third position, sharing the same four points in their tally.

M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report: 

Talking about the Chinnaswamy pitch, at the beginning of the match, the pitch exhibits liveliness, providing bowlers early assistance before stabilizing. Teams opting to bat first aim for a competitive minimum score of 160 runs. Bowlers are cautious of the compact boundaries, posing a considerable challenge. The weather forecast predicts clear skies with occasional cloud cover. 

Probable Playing XI: 

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women:

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women's expected XI, captained by Smriti Mandhana, features a formidable blend of power hitters like Sophie Devine and Ellyse Perry, backed by a solid middle order with players like Richa Ghosh. The team's bowling attack, led by Sophie Molineux and Georgia Wareham, adds depth and balance. With a well-rounded lineup, RCB Women aim for a strong and competitive showing in the upcoming match.

Predicted XI: Smriti Mandhana(c), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh(w), Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Bahadur, Asha Sobhana, Renuka Thakur Singh

UP Warriorz Women:

UP Warriorz Women's expected XI, led by Alyssa Healy, presents a robust lineup with power hitters like Chamari Athapaththu and Grace Harris. Bolstered by all-rounder Deepti Sharma and a strong bowling contingent, including Sophie Ecclestone and Poonam Khemnar, the team aim for a competitive showing in the upcoming match.

Predicted XI: Alyssa Healy(w/c), Kiran Navgire, Chamari Athapaththu, Grace Harris, Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat, Poonam Khemnar, Saima Thakor, Sophie Ecclestone, Anjali Sarvani, Rajeshwari Gayakwad

RCB-W vs UP-W Head-to-Head Record

RCB-W vs UP-W Broadcast details: