Royal Challengers Bengaluru put up a spirited performance to deny Mumbai Indians a direct entry into the final of WPL 2025. Despite being out of contention for a spot in the final three, RCB defeated MI by 11 runs in the final league game, sending Delhi Capitals to the final instead. MI struggled in the PowerPlay as Rana dismissed both openers, leaving them at 45 for 2. Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur tried to revive the chase, but Garth dismissed Harmanpreet, leaving Sciver-Brunt as the lone fighter. She reached her fifty but eventually fell, leaving MI needing 71 from 31. Rana continued to pick wickets, with MI’s chase fizzling out towards the end. RCB posted a strong total of 199, with Mandhana and Meghana providing a solid start. Wareham’s explosive innings at the end helped RCB add 39 runs in the final 12 deliveries. RCB’s bowlers held their nerve in the last over to secure the win. The victory margin of 11 runs proved crucial as RCB advanced in style, showcasing a collective team effort.
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