Gujarat Giants (GG) registered a comprehensive six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 12th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday, February 28. The game saw some intense moments, including a sensational yorker by Kashvee Gautam that knocked over Richa Ghosh, further tilting the match in Gujarat’s favour.
Gujarat Giants’ smart call at the toss
Winning the toss, Gujarat Giants opted to field first, a decision that proved to be instrumental in restricting RCB’s batting lineup. Their bowlers displayed a disciplined performance, stifling RCB’s batters and ensuring they couldn’t accelerate at any point during their innings.
RCB’s struggle with the bat
RCB had a rocky start as they lost early wickets, making it difficult for them to build momentum. Wickets at regular intervals never allowed them to break free, despite efforts from Kanika Ahuja, who top-scored with 33 runs. Richa attempted to stabilize the innings, but her stay at the crease was cut short by a breathtaking delivery from Kashvee.
Kashvee Gautam’s yorker stuns Richa Ghosh
The defining moment of the first innings came in the 15th over, on the last ball, when Kashvee delivered a pinpoint yorker. Richa, attempting an off-side drive, failed to bring her bat down in time, resulting in the ball crashing into the off-stump. The Giants’ bowler erupted in celebration as the crowd acknowledged her brilliance. Ghosh departed after scoring 9 runs off 10 balls, including one six, leaving RCB struggling to post a competitive total.
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Kashvee Gautam cleans up Richa Ghosh with an accurate 🎯 yorker and celebrates in style 🥳
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RCB managed to put up only 125/7 in their allotted 20 overs, with Tanuja Kanwar (2/16) and Deandra Dottin (2/31) leading the bowling attack for Gujarat. Their tight spells ensured that RCB could not reach a par score on a traditionally high-scoring Bengaluru pitch.
Ashleigh Gardner and Phoebe Litchfield seal the chase for Gujarat Giants
Chasing a modest target of 126, Gujarat Giants displayed a composed batting effort. Ashleigh Gardner led the charge with a magnificent 58-run knock, supported by Phoebe Litchfield, who remained unbeaten on 30. Their partnership ensured that Gujarat maintained control throughout the chase. Despite a few hiccups, Gujarat reached the target comfortably in 16.3 overs, finishing at 126/4.
Renuka Singh provided some resistance with the ball for RCB, claiming two wickets for 24 runs, but her efforts weren’t enough to prevent GG from sealing the win.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
