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Trophy Drought Ends For RCB Fans; RCB Women's Team Emerges As Winners of WPL Season 2!
RCB Women's Team have ended the trophy drought for RCB fans. The 16 years long wait ends as RCB Women's Team won their 1st WPL title by defeating DC Women's Team in the final.
Ashutosh Nayak
March 18, 2024
Welcome to the 23rd Edition of The Cricket Diaries!
Let's take a look at the recently concluded Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024!
RCB Women's Historic Victory
Royal Challengers Bangalore have now a trophy in their cabinet!! Yes, you are reading this right. This is not a dream anymore! The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Women's Team secured a remarkable triumph, claiming their maiden trophy in an electrifying showdown. Chasing a modest target of 114, RCB Women exhibited nerves of steel as they achieved victory with three balls to spare and eight wickets in hand. It was a momentous occasion as RCB Women etched their name in history.
DC's Batting Woes
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, the Delhi Capitals (DC) Women's Team got off to a flying start, with openers Shafali Verma and Meg Lanning laying a solid foundation. However, their momentum was short-lived as Sophie Molineux's remarkable spell turned the tide in RCB's favor as she clinched 3 wickets in one over. DC's batting line-up faltered under pressure, succumbing to regular dismissals, and they were eventually bowled out for a modest 113 runs.
RCB Women's Resolute Chase
In pursuit of the target, RCB Women's openers Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine provided a steady start, forging a crucial partnership of 49 runs. After providing a good start, Sophie Devine got out and Ellyse Perry came to the crease at No.3. Perry's composed innings further bolstered RCB's charge towards victory, steering them to their maiden title triumph. Notably, RCB Women achieved a unique feat by clinching the purple cap, orange cap, and the coveted trophy in the same season, marking their dominance in the tournament.
Igniting the IPL Fever
As the Women's Premier League concludes, it sets the stage for the much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL). The thrilling encounters and exceptional performances witnessed in the WPL have ignited enthusiasm among all 10 IPL teams, inspiring them to strive for glory in the upcoming season.
With the WPL adding a captivating chapter to the cricketing saga, anticipation for the IPL reaches a fever pitch as teams gear up to showcase their prowess on the grand stage. Stay tuned for more exciting cricketing action in the days to come!
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