DC vs RCB: The Women’s Premier League (WPL) witnessed a nail-biting finish on Sunday! Delhi Capitals edged past Royal Challengers Bangalore by a mere run in a heart-stopping encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Delhi Capitals Set a Competitive Total
Opting to bat first, Delhi Capitals got off to a cautious start. After losing their openers early, Alice Capsey and Jemimah Rodrigues consolidated the innings with a crucial 97-run partnership, laying the foundation for a competitive total.
RCB’s Chase Heats Up
Royal Challengers Bangalore started their chase confidently with a solid partnership between Ellyse Perry and Sophie Molineux. However, a dramatic 11th over saw a turning point. While Alice Capsey dropped a catch off Perry, she redeemed herself by running out the Australian all-rounder on the last ball of the same over.
DC vs RCB: Thrilling Climax
The match continued to be a nail-biter with wickets falling at regular intervals. Sophie Devine’s dismissal in the 18th over put further pressure on RCB. Richa Ghosh, with a valiant fifty, brought her team back into contention, needing just two runs off the final delivery.
A Heartbreaking Run Out and Delhi Secures Victory
Richa Ghosh struck a six off the last ball but was unfortunately run out attempting a second run. The replays confirmed she was short of the crease, handing a heart-stopping one-run victory to Delhi Capitals and securing their place in the playoffs.
Commiseration and Moving Forward
While Richa Ghosh was understandably devastated, her teammates and even Ellyse Perry from the opposition offered words of comfort. This match serves as a testament to the fighting spirit and unpredictability of the Women’s Premier League.