The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is heating up as it heads to Bengaluru for the second leg of the tournament. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) currently top the standings with two wins from three matches, amassing four points, even after facing defeat at home against Mumbai Indians. The Indians, who recently secured 4 points from their three matches, climbed to second place thanks to their recent success.
On February 19, 2025, RCB faced off against Mumbai, where Elysse Perry's outstanding performance, scoring 81 runs, led them to a respectable total. Despite these efforts, RCB lost the game by four wickets, leaving them with mixed feelings as they navigated their first home game as champions. This defeat did not hinder their performance across the tournament, putting them still narrowly above Mumbai, thanks to net run rate.
Here's the latest points table:
On the horizon, the Delhi Capitals are set to clash against the UP Warriorz within two days of their thrilling seven-wicket victory over them. The match will be held on Saturday at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium. Captain Meg Lanning will aim to lead her team again after her impressive 69 runs off 49 balls propelled DC to victory when they last met.
Not only does this match mark another opportunity for the Capitals to solidify their standing, but it also serves as a platform to showcase their batting depth and ability to perform under pressure. The previous win against UP extended their head-to-head advantage to four wins out of five, making them the favorites heading back to the pitch.
Key players to watch include:
- Meg Lanning: A pivotal figure with her experience and tactical prowess, she has shown the ability to anchor her team’s innings.
- Annabel Sutherland: A young all-rounder who played significantly during the last game, contributing both with bat and ball.
- Marizanne Kapp: Noted for her dangerous bowling, her earlier contributions indicate she can turn the tide.
The player battles could be exciting to watch: Kapp versus Grace Harris, Kiran Navgire versus Shikha Pandey, and Shafali Verma versus Deepti Sharma highlight the potential for intense competition on the field.
Meanwhile, the race for the WPL 2025 Orange Cap heats up as Natalie Sciver-Brunt leads the chase with 179 runs, followed closely by Elysse Perry and Ash Gardner. The Purple Cap standings showcase the fierce competition among bowlers, with Georgia Wareham topping the list with seven wickets this season.
With the WPL running from February 14 to March 15, fans can expect thrilling matches as teams battle it out not just for the title, but for personal accolades and the dynamics of their respective leagues. The competition among bowlers like Hayley Matthews, who leads with the most wickets, and the wave of exceptional batting performances, can make this season one to watch.
For fans following the matches closely, they can catch all the action live on the Star Sports Network and JioHotstar, starting at 7:30 PM for the upcoming matches.