The Mumbai Indians will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in Match 5 of the 2023 Women’s Premier League on Monday, March 6 at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. The Mumbai Indians are coming on the back of a dominating win in the opening game of the season. They defeated the Gujarat Giants by a huge margin of 143 runs.
The likes of Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, and Hayley Matthews powered the Mumbai Indians to 207 runs in the first innings. Saika Ishaque joined the party taking a four-wicket haul as Gujarat Giants were bowled out for a paltry 64. Nat Sciver Brunt and Amelia Kerr also picked up two wickets each.
On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bangalore suffered a loss in their first game of the season. Playing at the Brabourne Stadium against Delhi Capitals, they conceded 223 runs bowling first. In response, the Bangalore batters could only manage 163 runs, handing Delhi a 60-run win.
Heading into Match 5 of the 2023 Women’s Premier League, the Smriti Mandhana-led team will be keen to get off the mark on the points table. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians will be confident looking for their second win in as many games. All-in-all we are in for an exciting contest at the Brabourne Stadium.
Match Details
Details: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Match 5, WPL 2023
Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
Date and Time: Monday, March 6, 7.30 PM
Match Prediction
Since the inaugural edition of the league is all set to take place in Mumbai, a lot of runs can be expected from both sides as well. Betway has also placed its odds in favour of RCB’s win at 2.00.
Pitch report
The pitch at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai is likely to favor the batters. The team that wins the toss is likely to chase, given the dew factor. The average first innings total at the venue is 165. The venue saw a high-scoring game last week when Delhi Capitals played against the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Mumbai Indians (MI) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)- Predicted Playing XI
Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Hayley Matthews, Yastika Bhatia, Nat Sciver Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Pooja Vastrakar, Humaira Kazi, Issy Wong, Jintimani Kalita, Saika Ishaque
Royal Challengers Bangalore: Smriti Mandhana (C), Sophie Devine, Heather Knight, Disha Kasat, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, Kanika Ahuja, Asha Shobana, Preeti Bose, Megan Schutt, Renuka Singh
Fantasy Team suggestion: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Team 1: Richa Ghosh, Heather Knight, Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana (VC), Ellyse Perry, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver Brunt, Amelia Kerr (C), Megan Schutt, Issy Wong, Saika Ishaque
Team 2: Richa Ghosh, Sophie Devine, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry (VC), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Megan Schutt, Renuka Singh, Saika Ishaque
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