Navi Mumbai | Friday, January 16, 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued their impressive run in the Women’s Premier League with a 32-run victory over Gujarat Giants, driven by a commanding all-round display and a decisive spell from off-spinner Shreyanka Patil.
Asked to bat first, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a competitive 182 for 7 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a decisive fifth-wicket partnership between Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh, who steadied the middle phase and accelerated at the death. Radha Yadav top-scored with 66 off 47 balls, while Richa Ghosh contributed a fluent 44 from 28 deliveries. Nadine de Klerk added late impetus with a quick 26.
In reply, Gujarat Giants struggled to keep pace as wickets fell at regular intervals. Beth Mooney provided an early spark with 27, and Bharti Fulmali fought back with a brisk 39 off 20 balls, but the chase lost momentum under sustained pressure. The Giants were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs.
Shreyanka Patil was the standout performer with the ball, returning figures of 5 for 23 in 3.5 overs to dismantle the middle order. She was well supported by Lauren Bell and Arundhati Reddy, who maintained control during the powerplay and middle overs.
Brief scores:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 182/7 in 20 overs
Gujarat Giants 150 all out in 18.5 overs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 32 runs. Player of the Match: Radha Yadav.
The win marked RCB’s third consecutive victory of the season, strengthening their position on the points table, while Gujarat Giants were left to reassess after another setback in their campaign.
