Richa Ghosh’s Heroics Lead RCB to Thrilling Victory Over Gujarat Giants

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Posted by NewAdmin on 2025-02-17 08:53:54 |

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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 kicked off in dramatic fashion as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) pulled off a stunning victory over Gujarat Giants (GG) in Vadodara. RCB, led by Smriti Mandhana, started their title defense on a high, thanks to Richa Ghosh’s explosive innings.

Gardner’s All-Round Show in Vain

Batting first, Gujarat Giants set a competitive total, largely due to Ashleigh Gardner’s brilliant all-round performance. Despite a change in captaincy, GG struggled to gain momentum, with their batters failing to capitalize on key moments.

RCB’s Chase: A Rollercoaster Ride

Chasing the target, RCB faced early setbacks, with Ellyse Perry and Mandhana departing early. The situation looked grim, but Richa Ghosh turned the game around with a stunning knock, smashing four sixes and seven boundaries. Her counter-attacking approach shifted the momentum back in RCB’s favor. Kanika Ahuja (30 off 13 balls)* provided the finishing touch, ensuring a last-over win for RCB.

Key Takeaways from the Match

Richa Ghosh stole the show with her match-winning knock.

Ashleigh Gardner’s all-round effort (both with bat and ball) wasn’t enough to rescue GG.

RCB overcame injury concerns to start their campaign with a victory.

Gujarat Giants’ struggles continue, as they aim to break free from their bottom-table woes.

Go!