RCB W vs UPW W Highlights, WPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru turned in a ruthless all-round performance as Grace Harris’ explo...
RCB W vs UPW W Highlights, WPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru turned in a ruthless all-round performance as Grace Harris’ explosive batting powered a nine-wicket win over UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League. The chase was over almost as soon as it began, with Harris unleashing a ferocious assault that completely deflated the UPW bowling attack.
UP Warriorz, sent in to bat, began cautiously under pressure from Lauren Bell’s tight opening spell. The early phase brought limited runs and the dismissal of Harleen Deol, before the innings unravelled rapidly. Shreyanka Patil swung the momentum decisively in RCB’s favour by removing Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield in the same over, and Nadine de Klerk followed it up with two quick strikes to leave UPW reeling at 50 for 5.
From that position, Deepti Sharma and Deandra Dottin mounted a spirited recovery. Showing composure and awareness, the pair rebuilt patiently before attacking in the latter half of the innings. They added an unbeaten 93 runs, with Deepti anchoring the effort and Dottin providing timely boundaries. The final six overs yielded 67 runs, pushing UPW to 143 for 5 and giving their bowlers something to defend.
That hope disappeared quickly once Harris got going. She dismantled Deandra Dottin in a stunning powerplay over that cost 32 runs, clearing the ropes at will and racing to a 22-ball half-century. Harris continued her assault against spin, sending Asha Sobhana into the stands and helping RCB bring up 100 in just 7.5 overs, the second-fastest team hundred in WPL history.
At the other end, Smriti Mandhana batted with assurance and control, ensuring there were no hiccups. Harris eventually fell for a scintillating 85, but the job was long done. Mandhana stayed unbeaten on 47 as RCB completed the chase in 12.1 overs, boosting their net run rate and underlining their status as early title contenders.
UP Warriorz, sent in to bat, began cautiously under pressure from Lauren Bell’s tight opening spell. The early phase brought limited runs and the dismissal of Harleen Deol, before the innings unravelled rapidly. Shreyanka Patil swung the momentum decisively in RCB’s favour by removing Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield in the same over, and Nadine de Klerk followed it up with two quick strikes to leave UPW reeling at 50 for 5.
From that position, Deepti Sharma and Deandra Dottin mounted a spirited recovery. Showing composure and awareness, the pair rebuilt patiently before attacking in the latter half of the innings. They added an unbeaten 93 runs, with Deepti anchoring the effort and Dottin providing timely boundaries. The final six overs yielded 67 runs, pushing UPW to 143 for 5 and giving their bowlers something to defend.
That hope disappeared quickly once Harris got going. She dismantled Deandra Dottin in a stunning powerplay over that cost 32 runs, clearing the ropes at will and racing to a 22-ball half-century. Harris continued her assault against spin, sending Asha Sobhana into the stands and helping RCB bring up 100 in just 7.5 overs, the second-fastest team hundred in WPL history.
At the other end, Smriti Mandhana batted with assurance and control, ensuring there were no hiccups. Harris eventually fell for a scintillating 85, but the job was long done. Mandhana stayed unbeaten on 47 as RCB completed the chase in 12.1 overs, boosting their net run rate and underlining their status as early title contenders.