Witness the first-ever Super Over in TATA WPL history! UP Warriorz snatch victory from RCB in a nail-biting finish. Read the full match report and analysis.
UP Warriorz Clinch Historic Super Over Victory in WPL 2025 Thriller!
A Bengaluru Battle for the Ages
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru hosted a breathtaking clash in the TATA WPL 2025, Match 9, where the UP Warriorz edged out the Royal Challengers Bangalore in a thrilling Super Over finish. This was a landmark moment – the very first Super Over in the history of the Women’s Premier League! The electrifying atmosphere was palpable as the match unfolded.
Ellyse Perry’s Century and RCB’s Strong Start
RCB, batting first, posted a challenging 180/6, largely thanks to a magnificent century by Ellyse Perry (90* off 56 balls). Her innings was a masterclass, peppered with nine fours and three sixes. Perry’s incredible display seemed to have set RCB on the path to victory.
UP Warriorz’s Gritty Chase and Thrilling Finish
The UP Warriorz chase started promisingly with Kiran Navgire’s quickfire 24, but RCB’s Renuka Singh Thakur struck crucial early blows. Despite wickets falling, Deepti Sharma’s aggressive batting kept the chase alive. Grace Harris and Shweta Sehrawat formed a vital partnership, but Kim Garth’s impact for RCB was undeniable. The Warriors found themselves at 103/5, needing a miracle.
Deepti Sharma fought valiantly, but Sneh Rana’s brilliant bowling proved decisive, taking Deepti’s wicket. Uma Chetry and Sehrawat showed resilience but were ultimately dismissed. With the equation down to 56 runs from 30 balls, Chinelle Henry’s arrival offered some hope, though her dismissal further tightened the situation.
Sophie Ecclestone and Saima Thakor played anchor roles, but the match went down to the wire. Ecclestone’s powerful hitting, two sixes off Renuka in the final over, reduced the equation to 2 runs off 2 balls. A run-out chance was agonisingly missed, sending the match into a Super Over.
The Super Over Showdown
The Super Over was pure drama. Grace Harris and Chinelle Henry opened for UP Warriorz against Kim Garth’s bowling. Garth’s accurate bowling dismissed Henry early, and UP Warriorz managed just 8 runs. In response, Smriti Mandhana and Ecclestone faced a stern test against UP’s bowlers. Ecclestone’s tight bowling restricted RCB to just 4 runs, securing a sensational win for the UP Warriorz.
Key Players and Their Impact
* **Ellyse Perry (RCB):** A stunning century that nearly carried RCB to victory.
* **Sophie Ecclestone (UP Warriorz):** Match-winning all-rounder, excelling both with the bat and the ball.
* **Renuka Singh Thakur (RCB):** Impressive bowling figures, crucial in the early wickets.
* **Sneh Rana (RCB):** A standout debut performance with key wickets in the crucial stages.
Tactical Masterclass and a Historic Moment
This match was a testament to the high skill and intense competition in the TATA WPL. The tactical battles and nail-biting finishes highlighted the importance of both batting and bowling prowess under pressure. The UP Warriorz’s incredible comeback to force a Super Over and ultimately win showcases their unwavering fighting spirit and determination. This historic Super Over victory will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in the WPL’s short but already spectacular history.
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