Delhi Capitals struggle as RCB bowlers dominate in WPL 2025 clash. Image Source: thehindu.com
Delhi Capitals (DC) suffered a crushing eight-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the WPL 2025 clash. Head coach Jonathan Batty admitted that DC struggled due to a lack of partnerships, which prevented them from reaching a competitive total.
“We probably needed another 50 or 60-run partnership to reach a winning total of 170+ runs,” said Batty. Despite a strong PowerPlay start at 55/1, DC collapsed to 141 all out due to RCB’s disciplined bowling attack.
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RCB’s bowlers, led by Georgia Wareham and Renuka Singh, delivered an outstanding performance. Renuka claimed three wickets, while Wareham finished with 3 for 25. Their precise line and length troubled DC’s batters throughout the innings.
Wareham emphasized the importance of adjusting to pitch conditions. “Length was really important today. On wickets like this, you can’t bowl too full,” she noted. This strategic approach kept DC from building momentum.
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meg Lanning (c) | 17 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 89.47 |
| Shafali Verma | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 34 | 22 | 4 | 2 | 154.54 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 19 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 146.15 |
| Marizanne Kapp | 12 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 92.30 |
Fall of wickets: 1-1, 2-60, 3-62, 4-84, 5-87, 6-105, 7-130, 8-130, 9-132, 10-141
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana (c) | 81 | 47 | 10 | 3 | 172.34 |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge | 42 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 127.27 |
| Ellyse Perry | 7* | 13 | 0 | 0 | 53.84 |
| Richa Ghosh | 11* | 5 | 1 | 1 | 220.00 |
Fall of wickets: 1-107, 2-133
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According to cricket analyst Lisa Sthalekar, “DC needs to rethink their approach. A stable middle order and better strike rotation are key to turning things around.”
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A. DC struggled due to a lack of partnerships, and RCB’s disciplined bowling attack was led by Renuka Singh and Georgia Wareham.
A. Renuka Singh was the standout performer, taking three crucial wickets and maintaining pressure throughout.
A. DC needs to strengthen their middle order and rotate strike better to stay competitive in the tournament.
RCB’s dominant performance showcased their all-round strength, while DC’s struggles highlighted the need for more stability in the middle order. With Renuka Singh leading the bowling attack, RCB looks like a strong contender for the WPL 2025 title.
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