RCB-W vs UP-W 9th Match Highlights for Women’s Premier League 2025
In a high-intensity clash, UP Warriorz Women pulled off a thrilling super over victory against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women after both teams tied at 180 runs in the regular 20 overs. With this win, UP Warriorz climbed to third on the points table, securing their second victory of the season. We look at RCB-W vs UP-W Highlights for 9th Match.
After a dramatic chase, UP-W were 180 all out, forcing the match into a Super Over. Batting first in the one-over eliminator, UP-W managed just 8 runs, setting a modest target for RCB-W.
However, Sophie Ecclestone, known for her experience and composure under pressure, delivered a match-winning over, defending the total successfully to seal a remarkable win for her team. Earlier, it was Ecclestone’s quick-fire 19-ball 33 that remained UP alive in the chase.
RCB-W vs UP-W scorecard, match 9 of WPL 2025
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru women | 180/6 (20 overs) | 4/0 (super over) |
| UP Warriorz women | 180/10 (20 overs) | 8/1 (super over |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women Highlights
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women put up a strong total of 180/6 in their 20 overs, powered by a brilliant knock from *Ellyse Perry (90 off 59*). After losing Smriti Mandhana (6) early, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge (57 off 41) and Perry took control, stitching together a crucial 94-run partnership for the second wicket.
Wyatt played aggressively, smashing 4 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 139.02, before falling to Tahlia McGrath. Perry, on the other hand, anchored the innings, accelerating in the later stages with 9 fours and 3 sixes, finishing unbeaten.
Richa Ghosh (8), Kanika Ahuja (5), and Georgia Wareham (7) fell cheaply, but Perry’s fireworks ensured RCB reached a competitive total. Kim Garth (2)* remained not out at the end.
Sophie Ecclestone’s brilliance in thrilling contest
In a thrilling chase, UP Warriorz Women managed to score 180 all out in 20 overs, tying the match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women and forcing a Super Over.
Chasing 181, Kiran Navgire (24 off 12) and Vrinda Dinesh (14 off 10) gave UP-W a fast start, but wickets fell at regular intervals. Deepti Sharma (25 off 13) and Shweta Sehrawat’s 31 provided some relief, but RCB-W bowlers fought back. Sophie Ecclestone (33 off 19) and Saima Thakor (14 off 8) kept hopes alive. Ecclestone not just drove the side near the target but also bowled a match winning over in super over to clinch a victory for her side.
RCB-W, despite a strong performance in the game, faltered in the final moments as UP Warriorz held their nerve.
Player of the match
| Sophie Ecclestone |
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