Match Overview

Teams: Mumbai Indians vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Date: February 21, 2025 – Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru – Result: Mumbai Indians won by 4 wickets

Toss and Decision

– Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bowl first, aiming to capitalize on favorable chasing conditions.

RCB's Explosive Start

RCB captain Smriti Mandhana ignited the innings with a rapid 26 off 13 balls, including four boundaries and a six. – Her aggressive approach provided RCB with early momentum..

Ellyse Perry's Stellar Performance

Ellyse Perry anchored the RCB innings, scoring a magnificent 81 off 43 balls. Her innings featured 11 fours and 2 sixes, propelling RCB to a competitive total.

Mumbai's Bowling Highlights

Amanjot Kaur was the standout bowler for MI, claiming 3 wickets for 22 runs in her 3-over spell. Her crucial breakthroughs restricted RCB to 167/7 in 20 overs.

MI's Chase Begins

MI's chase was bolstered by Nat Sciver-Brunt's quickfire 42 off 21 balls, setting a solid foundation. Despite losing early wickets, her aggressive batting kept MI in contention.

Harmanpreet Kaur's Captain's Knock

Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur contributed a vital 50 off 38 balls, stabilizing the innings during crucial moments.  Her experience and composure guided MI closer to the target.

Amanjot Kaur's All-Round Brilliance

Adding to her bowling heroics, Amanjot Kaur scored an unbeaten 34 off 27 balls. Her late surge, including two sixes in the penultimate over, was instrumental in sealing the victory.

Nail-Biting Finish

With two runs required off the final two balls, 16-year-old G Kamalini struck a boundary through covers, clinching the win for MI with one ball to spare.

Player of the Match

Amanjot Kaur was deservedly named Player of the Match for her exceptional all-round performance, showcasing her talent with both bat and ball.