Gujarat Giants Bowl First Against RCB, Debut Shivani Singh
The highly anticipated clash between Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru took place under the lights at the DY Patil Stadium. At the toss, Gujarat Giants chose to bowl first, a decision influenced by the pitch’s conditions and the potential impact of dew later in the evening.
Key Insights from the Match
Katey Martin provided an insightful pitch report, highlighting that the fast outfield and small boundaries would affect play. Ashleigh Gardner, the Gujarat captain, acknowledged the challenges of defending totals on this ground. Meanwhile, RCB’s captain, Smriti Mandhana, expressed comfort with her team’s decision to bowl first, a strategy she has favored throughout the tournament.
Team Standings
- Gujarat Giants: Positioned third with two wins.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Currently leading the table with two victories.
The outcome of this match would determine which team would take the lead in the standings, aiming for a third win in the competition.
Team Lineups
| Gujarat Giants | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Beth Mooney (wk) | Grace Harris |
| Sophie Devine | Smriti Mandhana (capt) |
| Shivani Singh | D Hemalatha |
| Ashleigh Gardner (capt) | Richa Ghosh (wk) |
| Georgia Wareham | Gautami Naik |
| Bharti Fulmali | Radha Yadav |
| Kashvee Gautam | Nadine de Klerk |
| Kanika Ahuja | Arundhati Reddy |
| Tanuja Kanwar | Shreyanka Patil |
| Rajeshwari Gayakwad | Linsey Smith |
| Renuka Singh | Lauren Bell |
This match not only featured debutant Shivani Singh for Gujarat Giants but also showcased the competitive spirit of both teams eager to secure their place at the top of the table.
