WPL 2024: Match 9, BAN-W vs MUM-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WPL match between BAN-W vs MUM-W?

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Match 9 of the ongoing WPL 2024 will witness the clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W) and Mumbai Indians (MUM-W) on Saturday, March 2, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Bangalore enter the upcoming match fresh from a defeat against Delhi Capitals, slipping to the second spot with four points. 

Mumbai, the defending champions, also faced a setback in their last outing, losing by seven wickets to the UP Warriorz, placing them third in the points table. Both teams are poised for an intense battle, aiming to secure victory in what promises to be an electrifying encounter.

Match Details:

Pitch Report

The renowned M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is known for its batting-friendly surfaces. The flat surface and short boundaries often lead to high-scoring games at the venue. Therefore, the captain who wins the toss would be inclined to field first in a bid to have a calculated run chase later on in the game.

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Head-to-Head Record

Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W)

Smriti Mandhana (c), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Georgia Wareham, Nadine de Klerk, Simran Bahadur, Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil, Asha Sobhana, Renuka Singh 

Mumbai Indians (MUM-W)

Hayley Matthews, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amelia Kerr, Pooja Vastrakar, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Shabnim Ismail, Sathyamoorthy Keerthana, Saika Ishaque 

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Smriti Mandhana could be the best batter in the forthcoming game against Mumbai Indians Women. Currently, she leads the run-scoring charts in the ongoing tournament, amassing 130 runs in three matches with an impressive average of 43.33 and a striking rate of 160.49. Despite Bangalore's recent loss to Delhi Capitals, Mandhana's stellar performance of 74 runs off 43 balls highlighted her batting prowess, setting high expectations for her in the upcoming game.

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Probable Best Bowler of the Match

New Zealand's star all-rounder, Amelia Kerr, is leading the charts for the highest wicket-takers in the tournament, having picked up a total of seven wickets at an average of 13.42 and an economy rate of 7.83. With her expertise as a wrist-spinner, she is poised to deliver an exceptional spell in Mumbai's upcoming encounter against Bangalore.

Today’s Match Prediction: Team Batting Second to win the match

Scenario 1 

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women win the toss and bowl

Power Play score - 45-55

First Innings Score- 160-180

Royal Challengers Bangalore win the match

Scenario 2 

Mumbai Indians Women win the toss and bowl

Power Play score - 40-50

First Innings Score - 140-160

Mumbai Indians Women win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.