WPL 2025 RCB vs UPW: RCB Out After A 12 Run Loss By UP Warriorz

The UP Warriorz stunned the defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore in a high-octane match of the WPL 2025, by claiming a win by 12 runs which ultimately knocked the team of Smriti Mandhana out of playoff contention. The match was organized in a jam-packed ground, which saw both teams put up record performances.

While UP Warriorz unleashed a huge 225/4 in its innings, courtesy of Georgia Voll’s firecracker 99* in 60 balls, RCB pushed forward in a chase led by Richa Ghosh’s blistering 69 from 33 balls and a late onslaught from Sneh Rana, however, could finish below 213 in 19.3 overs.

With this loss, RCB’s campaign ends on a disappointing note, as they have lost five of their seven games. The Gujarat Giants and Mumbai Indians have meanwhile booked their place in the playoffs, joining Delhi Capitals. While RCB still has one remaining league game, it is now just a formality.

RCB’s Struggles Despite a Fierce Chase

Pursuing 226, RCB required a bold beginning, but their innings flopped in the early stages.

The first wicket was lost at just 29 runs and that meant going behind early into the chase. Though the early loss was a blow, Richa Ghosh brought some excitement as she scored her fifty off just 25 balls. Ghosh’s 69 off 33 balls was fiery, keeping RCB in the chase but fell trying to hit a big shot.

And then Sneh Rana took over after the fall of Ghosh, mounting a scintillating counterattack to get RCB back into the game. But the UP Warriorz bowlers got a bit jittery during the death overs. But they managed to restrict Rana’s charge and win a very tight contest.

Georgia Voll’s 99* Powers UP Warriorz to Record Total

Batting first, UP Warriorz registered a record-breaking 225/4, the highest total in WPL history.

– Georgia Voll was at the forefront with a breathtaking 99* (60 balls), just shy of WPL’s first-ever century.
– Grace Harris and Kiran Navgire gave solid support, maintaining perpetual momentum.
– The rampage saw UP register several batting records, and it was a night to remember for Warriorz supporters.

Record-Breaking Night in WPL History

This match stayed in the news because of its high-voltage drama, featuring these records: Highest Team Total in WPL History- Warriorz’ 225/4, now the highest-ever total in the league’s history.

Highest Aggregate Runs in a WPL Match-211 is WPL’s highest combined total between the two teams; Most Runs in an Over- Sneh Rana smashed 26 runs in the over bowled by Deepti Sharma, creating a new record for the highest runs scored in an over in WPL.

What’s Next?

– RCB ended their title defense in disappointment, having managed only two wins in seven games.
– UP Warriorz tied off the hat-trick with a resounding goodbye to their season.
– The Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals have reached the playoffs, but the race for the number one spot is still very much alive.

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