Bengaluru – Mumbai Indians (MI) emerged victorious in a nerve-wracking last-over thriller against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), clinching a four-wicket win in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025. Despite a breathtaking 81 off 43 balls by Ellyse Perry and a three-wicket haul from Georgia Wareham, MI held their nerves, with Amanjot Kaur and 16-year-old G Kamalini steering them home in a tense finish.
Mumbai Indians Continue Toss-Winning Streak in WPL 2025
Winning the toss once again proved crucial as MI opted to bowl first, following the pattern of all seven matches in WPL 2025 so far, where teams batting second have prevailed. RCB posted 167/7, led by Perry’s masterful innings, but MI successfully chased the target with one ball to spare, thanks to Harmanpreet Kaur’s composed fifty and Amanjot Kaur’s late heroics.
Perry’s Blazing Knock Guides RCB to 167/7
RCB’s innings revolved around Ellyse Perry, who played a commanding 81-run knock off 43 balls, striking boundaries at will despite early setbacks. She was well-supported by Richa Ghosh (28 off 25 balls), with the duo stitching a crucial 50-run stand in 38 deliveries.
RCB found themselves in early trouble at 62 for 4 in nine overs after MI’s bowlers made quick inroads. Nat Sciver-Brunt (1/27), Amanjot Kaur (3/22), and Hayley Matthews (1/34) ensured regular breakthroughs, limiting RCB’s progress. However, Perry's clean hitting in the death overs lifted RCB to a competitive total.
Mumbai Indians’ Powerplay Domination
MI began their chase aggressively, racing to 66 for 2 in the first six overs, registering the joint-best powerplay score of the season. Nat Sciver-Brunt (42 off 21 balls) and Hayley Matthews (24 off 15 balls) set the tone with a flurry of boundaries. Even after Matthews fell to Ekta Bisht, MI kept control of the chase.
Harmanpreet Leads the Charge
MI captain Harmanpreet Kaur steadied the innings with a measured 50 off 36 balls, keeping them in a comfortable position. However, Georgia Wareham’s double strike in the 18th over – dismissing Harmanpreet and S Sajana off successive deliveries – put the match on a knife’s edge.
Amanjot and Kamalini Seal the Victory
With 22 required from the last 12 balls, Amanjot Kaur took charge, smashing Kanika Ahuja for two sixes in the 19th over, bringing MI on the brink of victory.
Despite the late drama, 16-year-old Kamalini held her composure, smashing Ekta Bisht through the covers for the winning runs with one ball to spare, sparking celebrations in the MI camp.
Key Performances:
- Mumbai Indians 170/6 (19.5 overs) – Harmanpreet Kaur 50 (36), Nat Sciver-Brunt 42 (21), Amanjot Kaur 22; Georgia Wareham 3/21
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru 167/7 (20 overs) – Ellyse Perry 81 (43), Richa Ghosh 28 (25); Amanjot Kaur 3/22
- Result: Mumbai Indians won by four wickets
With this victory, Mumbai Indians strengthen their position in WPL 2025, while RCB will have to regroup after another close defeat.
