MIW vs RCBW WPL 2026 Full Scorecard
Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women — WPL 2026 Full Scorecard & Match Recap
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The opening match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 saw defending champions
Mumbai Indians Women put up a competitive total before Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women
chased under pressure in a thrilling contest at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
📌 Match Snapshot
| Tournament | Women’s Premier League 2026 |
| Match | Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women |
| Date | 9 January 2026 |
| Venue | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
| Result | RCB Women chase down 155 target (match details below) |
🏆 Final Result
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women successfully chased 155 runs
to win the match against Mumbai Indians Women in the WPL 2026 opener.
📊 Full Scorecard
🟦 Mumbai Indians Women – Batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Sajana | 45 | 25 | 7 | 1 | c Mandhana b de Klerk |
| Nicola Carey | 40 | 29 | 4 | 1 | c Hemalatha b de Klerk |
| G Kamalini | 32 | 28 | 4 | 0 | b Shreyanka Patil |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | 20 | 17 | 2 | 0 | c Richa Ghosh b de Klerk |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | st Ghosh b de Klerk |
| Amelia Kerr | 4 | 15 | 0 | 0 | b Bell |
Total: 154/6 in 20 overs (RCB needed 155 to win)
🟦 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women – Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nadine de Klerk | 4 | 25 | 4 |
| Lauren Bell | 4 | 28 | 1 |
| Shreyanka Patil | 3.5 | 32 | 1 |
🟦 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women – Batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana (c) | 18 | 13 | 2 | 0 | c Poonam Khemnar b Ismail |
| Grace Harris | 25 | 12 | 3 | 0 | c Ismail b Sciver-Brunt |
| Richa Ghosh | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | b Kerr |
| Radha Yadav | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | b Kerr |
| Hemalatha | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 | lbw b Amanjot Kaur |
Total: 153/7 in 19.5 overs (RCB reached target)
🔥 Match Highlights & Turning Points
• RCB captain Smriti Mandhana and Grace Harris provided a positive start before quick wickets slowed the chase.
• Mumbai Indians posted a defendable total of 154/6 with aggressive contributions from S Sajana (45 off 25) and Carey (40 off 29).
• RCB made steady progress despite losing wickets, with crucial middle-over partnerships steering them towards the target.
• A nervy final over saw tension spike as RCB sealed the match with 3 balls to spare. :
🧠 Full Match Analysis
The opener lived up to expectations — Mumbai Indians showed strong batting depth to post 154/6, but RCB’s chase featured excellent pressure handling. Despite early setbacks with the loss of key batters, the middle order resisted and paced the chase, exemplifying balanced aggression and situational awareness.
Bowling for MI was led by consistent spells from de Klerk and Bell, but the chase was anchored by Harris and backed by clutch efforts from the lower middle order. The match reflected the rising competitiveness of WPL cricket and set a thrilling tone for the season.
FAQ — MIW vs RCBW WPL 2026
Who won the MI Women vs RCB Women match in WPL 2026?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women successfully chased 155 runs to win the match.
Where was the match played?
The match took place at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Who were the top scorers?
Sajajana scored a quick 45 for Mumbai Indians Women while Grace Harris scored 25 in RCB’s chase.
Which bowler took most wickets?
Nadine de Klerk was the top bowler with 4 wickets for RCB.
