RCB Triumphs Over Giants: Ellyse Perry's Foundation and Richa Ghosh's Heroics Shine

Mithali Raj praised Ellyse Perry's foundational innings and heroic performances by Richa Ghosh and Kanika Ahuja as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Giants in the WPL season opener. Perry's crucial half-century set the stage for RCB's six-wicket victory, with Ghosh and Ahuja delivering impactful contributions.

In a thrilling start to the Women's Premier League 2025 season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru claimed a decisive six-wicket victory against the Gujarat Giants in Vadodara on Friday. Former India cricketer Mithali Raj commended Ellyse Perry for her foundational innings which laid the groundwork for RCB's successful chase.

The innings saw RCB overcome a solid target set by the Giants, aided by Perry's half-century and strong finishing by Richa Ghosh and Kanika Ahuja. Ghosh's powerful batting, paired with Ahuja's dynamic play, combined to exploit fielding errors and secure the win before the 20-over mark.

The match began with RCB winning the toss and electing to field. Despite fierce resistance from the Giants' Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney, RCB's strategic bowling and disciplined batting led by Perry, Ghosh, and Ahuja, sealed an impressive victory, marking a strong start to their campaign.

(With inputs from agencies.)