Smriti Mandhana is known for leading from the front, but on Monday in Navi Mumbai, she allowed Grace Harris to take centre stage. The decision worked perfectly as Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a dominant win.
Grace Harris Leads RCB Charge
Grace Harris produced a stunning innings to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat UP Warriorz by nine wickets in the Women’s Premier League. Chasing a modest target, RCB never looked under pressure.
Explosive Start in the Chase
Chasing 144, Harris attacked from the very first ball. She struck a boundary off Deepti Sharma and maintained the momentum. UP Warriorz bowlers struggled to find answers as Harris kept finding gaps.
Powerplay Damage Seals the Game
Harris took special liking to Kranti Gaud, smashing three fours in one over. She then went after Deandra Dottin during the powerplay. The Australian reached her fifty in just 22 balls.
Chase Finished in Style
RCB raced to 78 without loss after six overs. The chase ended quickly in 12.1 overs. Harris finished with 85 off 40 balls, while Mandhana remained unbeaten on 47.
UP Warriorz Fall Short
Earlier, RCB bowlers struck early to reduce UP Warriorz to 50 for 5. Deepti Sharma and Deandra Dottin added 93 runs for the sixth wicket. UPW reached 143 for 5, but the total was not enough.
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