Richa Ghosh: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and UP Warriors engaged in an exhilarating contest at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The match featured two sixes, a dramatic last-ball run-out executed by MS Dhoni, and marked the inaugural super over in the Women’s Premier League (WPL). Ultimately, it was Sophie Ecclestone’s exceptional performance that secured victory for UP Warriors. RCB, batting first, posted a commendable total of 180 runs for the loss of 6 wickets, with Ellyse Perry being the standout performer, scoring an impressive 90 runs off 56 balls. Danny Wyatt-Hodge also contributed significantly with a score of 57 runs.

The match summary

As UP Warriors approached the final over, they required 18 runs. In a remarkable display, Sophie Ecclestone (33 runs off 19 balls) struck two consecutive sixes and a four off Renuka Singh, reducing the requirement to just 2 runs from the last two deliveries. She managed a single on the next ball, leaving Kranti Gaur to secure the final run. However, Richa Ghosh executed a superb fielding effort, resulting in Ecclestone’s run-out. This moment evoked memories of MS Dhoni’s legendary run-out against Bangladesh during the T20 World Cup 2016, which also took place at this venue. Dhoni’s quick reflexes and speed played a crucial role in that memorable victory for India.

Super over

In the super over, Grace Harris and Chinelle Henry represented UP Warriors, while Kim Garth bowled exceptionally well for RCB, conceding only 8 runs and taking Henry’s wicket, caught by Richa Ghosh. In response, Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh attempted to chase the target for RCB, but Sophie Ecclestone delivered another outstanding performance, allowing only 3 runs in the first five balls. Consequently, RCB required 6 runs to win off the final ball, but Mandhana was unable to clear the boundary, resulting in RCB’s loss in the super over by 4 runs.

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