The inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2023 hasn’t fared well for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB-W) so far; they have lost all of the five matches that they have played this season thus far as their woes continue in both the batting and bowling departments.
UP Warriorz (UP-W), on the other hand, are having a better season as compared to their opponents. Out of the four matches they have played, they have managed to win two and lost two to Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians.
They will look to win their third game as they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore on Wednesday, March 15 at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy.
UP-W vs RCB-W Match Details
UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Match 13, Women’s Premier League 2023
Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Date & Time: March 15, 7:30 PM IST
Telecast: Sports18
Live Streaming: JioCinema
UP-W vs RCB-W Pitch Report
The surface at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy has been a batter-friendly one so far, and a high-scoring match is expected as the team batting first is bound to have the advantage. A score between 160 -180 should be good on the wicket.
UP-W vs RCB-W Probable Playing XIs
UP Warriorz Women (UP-W):
Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Devika Vaidya, Shweta Sehrawat, Kiran Navgire, Tahlia McGrath, Deepti Sharma, Simran Shaikh, Sophie Ecclestone, Grace Harris, Anjali Sarvani, Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCB-W):
Smriti Mandhana (c), Sophie Devine, Ellyse Perry, Heather Knight, Richa Ghosh (wk), Poonam Khemnar, Kanika Ahuja, Shreyanka Patil, Megan Schutt, Renuka Thakur Singh, Preeti Bose
UP-W vs RCB-W Probable Best Performers
Probable best batter
Alyssa Healy:
Skipper of UP Warriorz, Alyssa Healy, has been in sensational form. Healy scored 58 runs in their previous game against Mumbai Indians, however, the skipper’s half century was in vain as MI eventually won the game. With 185 runs in four matches, Healy is one of the best performers of the tournament.
Probable best bowler
Sophie Ecclestone:
One of the biggest names from England, Sophie Ecclestone, is making quite an impact for UP Warriorz as well. She is the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament with eight wickets in four games. It would be no surprise if she comes through to put in another excellent performance against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Today’s Match Prediction: UP Warriorz to win the match
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.