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WPL 2024: BAN-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction, Playing 11, Fantasy League Today’s, Captain, Vice-captain, and more for Match 9

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9 months ago

March 1, 2024

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Match 9 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 will witness two of the blockbuster teams lock horns with each other. Smriti Mandhana’s Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (BAN-W) will take on Harmanpreet Kaur’s Mumbai Indians Women (MUM-W) on Saturday, March 2 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Both teams started their campaign on a high note but lost in their last match. While RCB lost to Delhi Capitals by 25 runs, UP Warriorz crushed MI by 7 wickets. Notably, regular captain Kaur did not feature for MI in their last match, and star all-rounder Ellyse Perry was absent for RCB. Both are likely to be included in the upcoming encounter.

Match Details- BAN-W vs MUM-W

Match – Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (BAN-W) vs Mumbai Indians Women (MUM-W), Match 9

League: Women’s Premier League 2024

Date & Time – 2nd March 2024 | 19:30 IST

Venue – M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Live Coverage – Sports 18 and JioCinema

Pitch Report

Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium is widely regarded as a batter’s paradise. However, recently the surface has shown a slight advantage to the bowlers as well. Most of the matches in the tournament so far have been won by teams batting second. This trend is likely to continue in the upcoming encounter, where the captain who wins the toss may opt to field first.

BAN-W vs MUM-W: Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore Probable XI: Sophie Devine, Smriti Mandhana (C), S Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Bahadur, Sobhana Asha, and Renuka Singh.

Mumbai Indians Probable XI: Hayley Matthews, Yastika Bhatia (WK), Natalie Sciver, Harmanpreet Kaur(C), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Pooja Vastrakar, Shabnim Ismail, SB Keerthana, Saika Ishaque.

BAN-W vs MUM-W: Dream11 Fantasy Teams

Grand League Contest

Wicketkeepers: Y Bhatia, R Ghosh

Batters: S Mandhana (VC), Harmanpreet Kaur(C), S Meghana

All-rounders: H Matthews, A Kerr, S Devine, Ellyse Perry

Bowlers: G Wareham, R Thakur

Head-to-Head Contest

Wicketkeepers: Y Bhatia (C), R Ghosh

Batters: S Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, S Meghana

All-rounders: H Matthews, A Kerr, Ellyse Perry (VC), S Devine

Bowlers: G Wareham, R Thakur

BAN-W vs MUM-W: Full Squads

BAN-W Squad: Smriti Mandhana (c), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Nadine de Klerk, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Bahadur, Asha Sobhana, Renuka Thakur Singh, Indrani Roy, Shubha Satheesh, Shraddha Pokharkar, Disha Kasat, Kate Cross, Ekta Bisht, Ellyse Perry.

MUM-W Squad: Yastika Bhatia (wk), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Amelia Kerr, Pooja Vastrakar, Amanjot Kaur, Issy Wong, S Sajana, Humaira Kazi, Keerthana Balakrishnan, Saika Ishaque, Harmanpreet Kaur, Shabnim Ismail, Chloe Tryon, Fatima Jaffer, Jintimani Kalita, Priyanka Bala, Amandeep Kaur.

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Andy Roberts Declares Mohammed Shami as India’s Best Bowler

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21 hours ago

December 10, 2024

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West Indies cricket legend Andy Roberts has lauded Mohammed Shami as India’s most skilled pacer, emphasizing his superiority in effectiveness and consistency over others, including Jasprit Bumrah. While acknowledging Bumrah’s ability to claim crucial wickets, Roberts expressed that Shami’s control, seam positioning, and adaptability under diverse conditions set him apart.

Roberts critiqued Mohammed Siraj, stating he has yet to reach the same level as Bumrah and Shami. He highlighted that Shami’s ability to relentlessly hit good lengths and extract movement makes him India’s standout bowler. He urged Indian cricket to focus more on nurturing such talent for long-term success in international cricket.

Roberts’ observations offer a fresh perspective on India’s pace attack dynamics, sparking debates among cricket fans worldwide.

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Lumbini Lions Seek Redemption; Karnali Yaks and Pokhara Avengers in Critical Clash

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21 hours ago

December 10, 2024

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In the Nepal Premier League (NPL), the struggling Lumbini Lions are set to face the confident Chitwan Rhinos in a bid to break their losing streak. The Lions, yet to register a win after four matches, risk elimination unless they turn their form around. The Rhinos, with three wins, are aiming to solidify their top-tier standing.

In the day’s second match, the Karnali Yaks, fresh off two consecutive victories, are eager to maintain their momentum as they face the Pokhara Avengers. For the Avengers, a win is crucial to revive their campaign and keep playoff hopes alive. The Yaks, currently mid-table, are striving for consistency as they target a secure playoff position.

Both matches are critical for defining the tournament’s playoff landscape, as teams fight for survival and dominance. Fans can expect thrilling action as these sides battle for vital points.

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Ben Curran’s Zimbabwe Call-Up: A Historic Moment for the Curran Legacy

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2 days ago

December 9, 2024

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Ben Curran, brother of England cricketers Sam and Tom Curran, has earned his maiden call-up to Zimbabwe’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. The Curran family has deep ties to Zimbabwean cricket, with Ben’s father, Kevin Malcolm Curran, and grandfather, Kevin Patrick Curran, representing Zimbabwe internationally.

The series begins with T20Is on December 11, followed by ODIs and Tests. Ben will feature exclusively in the 50-over format. A left-handed batter, Ben boasts an impressive domestic career, averaging 33.30 in List A and 34.70 in first-class cricket. His inclusion reflects Zimbabwe’s reliance on talent with global exposure.

Zimbabwe’s ODI squad, led by Craig Ervine, also features rising stars like Newman Nyamhuri. The T20I side, captained by Sikandar Raza, includes dynamic players like Blessing Muzarabani and Ryan Burl, signaling a balanced blend of experience and youth for the challenging series ahead.