Match number seven of the WPL 2025 is set to take place in Bengaluru as the tournament moves to a new venue. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB-W) will face Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) in a highly anticipated clash on February 21 at the iconic Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Match Preview
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have kicked off their title defence in style, notching up two wins in as many games and looking formidable across all departments. Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry, who both crossed the 300-run mark last season, have already produced whirlwind performances in the past week. Richa Ghosh has been equally impressive, following her blazing 27-ball 64 against Gujarat Giants with another strong outing against Delhi Capitals. With the ball, Renuka Singh has spearheaded the attack, claiming five wickets so far, including a match-defining 3/23 against Delhi. Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, and Georgia Wareham have also chipped in with crucial breakthroughs.
Notably, RCB’s dominance has come without Perry needing to bowl, highlighting their depth. Despite missing several match-winners from last season, their Indian contingent has stepped up admirably—Mandhana is in a purple patch, Ghosh has continued her fine form, and Renuka’s new-ball prowess has been a standout. As they begin their home leg at Chinnaswamy Stadium—where they won three of five matches last season—RCB will look to extend their imperious run over the four games lined up at the venue.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured two wins in their five WPL encounters against Mumbai Indians so far, with Ellyse Perry playing a pivotal role in both victories. In the reverse fixture in Delhi, she delivered exceptional bowling figures of 6 for 15, followed by a crucial 66 off 50 balls in the Eliminator to guide RCB to the final.
Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have had a mixed start with one win and one loss, largely driven by their overseas stars. The quartet of Shabnim Ismail, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, and Amelia Kerr has accounted for eight of the 10 wickets taken so far. Sciver-Brunt has been outstanding with the bat, following her unbeaten 80 against Delhi Capitals with a gritty 57 in the win over Gujarat Giants, placing her second on the tournament’s batting charts. Matthews and Kerr have been pivotal in the bowling department, consistently providing key breakthroughs.
MI will be relieved to avoid facing Perry’s bowling this time—she picked up six wickets against them last season—but her batting remains a significant threat, having played a decisive role in their defeat during last year’s Eliminator. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, who got off to a brisk start against Delhi, has stressed the need for batting consistency and will be looking to shoulder more responsibility as MI seeks greater contributions from their Indian players to post bigger totals.
All six matches in the WPL 2025 have been won by teams batting second.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Head-to-head
- Matches Played: 05
- Won by Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: 02
- Won by Mumbai Indians Women: 03
- Tied: 00
- No Result: 00
- First-ever Fixture: March 6, 2023
- Most-recent Fixture: March 15, 2024
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Pitch Report
This marks the first match at the venue this season. In WPL 2024, teams batting second emerged victorious in seven of the 11 games played here.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru recorded a 3-2 win-loss record at their home ground last year, while Mumbai Indians secured three wins from their four appearances at the venue.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Team News and Predicted XI
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women – Team News
RCB replaced Prema Rawat with experienced left-arm spinner Ekta Bisht for their clash against DC. Bisht made an immediate impact, claiming 2 for 35 with key wickets of Marizanne Kapp and Jess Jonassen. The home team is likely to stick with the winning combination from the Vadodara fixture.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women – Predicted XI
- Smriti Mandhana (c)
- Danielle Wyatt-Hodge
- Ellyse Perry
- Raghvi Bist
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Kanika Ahuja,
- Georgia Wareham
- Kim Garth
- Ekta Bisht
- Joshitha VJ
- Renuka Thakur
Mumbai Indians Women – Team News
For their clash against the Giants, Mumbai Indians introduced Parunika Sisodia and G Kamalini, replacing Saika Ishaque and Jintimani Kalita. Kamalini, batting in the lower order, struck a boundary off her sole delivery, while Sisodia conceded 20 runs in her two-over spell. The inaugural champions are expected to maintain their successful lineup, with Sisodia retaining her place ahead of Ishaque.
Mumbai Indians Women – Predicted XI
- Yastika Bhatia (wk)
- Hayley Matthews
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
- G Kamalini
- Amelia Kerr
- Sajeevan Sajana
- Amanjot Kaur
- Sanskriti Gupta
- Shabnim Ismail
- Parunika Sisodia
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Players To Watch Out For
Renuka Singh (Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women)
Renuka Singh, who struggled in WPL 2024, has made an impressive turnaround this season. Building on her stellar performance for India in the West Indies ODIs in Vadodara—where she claimed 10 wickets in three matches—she has capitalized on pitch conditions with the new ball to pick up five wickets in RCB’s last two games.
Following the victory over DC, she revealed focusing on improving her pace and outswing. As the tournament shifts to Bengaluru, she will aim to sustain her momentum.
Hayley Mathews (Mumbai Indians Women)
While Hayley Matthews hasn’t found her rhythm with the bat yet, her contributions with the ball have been crucial. In the opening game, her offspin removed the threatening Shafali Verma, and in the following match, she produced an economical spell of 3 for 16 to limit the Giants to 120, earning her the Player of the Match award.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Match Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women win the toss and bowl
- Powerplay Score: 40-45
- Mumbai Indians Women Total: 170-185
- Match Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Mumbai Indians Women win the toss and bowl
- Powerplay Score: 50-55
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Total: 180-195
- Match Result: Mumbai Indians Women win the match
When and Where To Watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Women’s Premier League 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women and Mumbai Indians Women is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Friday, February 21, at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
FAQs
How many matches have Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women and Mumbai Indians Women played against each other in the WPL?
They have faced off five times, with Mumbai Indians winning three and Royal Challengers Bengaluru winning two.
Who has been the standout performer for RCB Women in WPL 2025?
Renuka Singh has been exceptional, taking five wickets in the last two matches, while Ellyse Perry has delivered match-winning performances with both bat and ball.
How have Mumbai Indians Women’s overseas players performed in WPL 2025?
Overseas stars like Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, and Amelia Kerr have led the way, with Sciver-Brunt scoring 80* and 57 in her first two games.
What is the head-to-head record at the Chinnaswamy Stadium between RCB-W and MI-W?
At their home venue, RCB-W held a 3-2 record last season, while MI-W won three of their four matches played there.
Which team has benefited more from chasing in WPL 2025?
All six matches so far in WPL 2025 have been won by the chasing side, highlighting the advantage of batting second.
