US EditionRCB vs GG, WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Eyes Return to Winning Ways Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to extend their winning streak with key performances from Smriti Mandhana and a disciplined bowling attack, led by Lauren Bell's 3.75 economy rate.
- On Friday, January 16, Royal Challengers Bengaluru meet Gujarat Giants at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai in a high-stakes WPL clash, with RCB aiming for three wins in a row as favourites.
- RCB's early wins reflect two contrasting early victories, powered by Lauren Bell's 3.75 economy and 70.8% dot-ball rate plus Nadine de Klerk's six wickets.
- Gujarat Giants, coming off mixed results, face fielding lapses despite coach Michael Klinger saying `no issue with the effort`, relying on seniors Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine and Ashleigh Gardner.
- The match is being broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar, Gujarat Giants won the toss and chose to bowl, and the Playing XIs are confirmed.
- Smriti Mandhana's regained form means Bengaluru's top order strengthens as a win will shape the Navi Mumbai stint; Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham boost competitive stakes.
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WPL: Shreyanka, Middle-order Leads RCB to Third Successive Win, Beat GG by 32 Runs
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. With this win, RCB is at the top with three wins in three games, while GG is at third, with two wins and losses each. Sports News | WPL: Shreyanka, Middle-order Leads RCB to Third Successive Win, Beat GG by 32 Runs.
Spinner Shreyanka Patil's lethal bowling helped RCB secure a resounding victory over the Gujarat Giants. RCB remains unbeaten in the current season of the Women's Premier League. Under Smriti Mandhani's leadership, they have won three consecutive matches.
RCB Vs GG LIVE Cricket Score, WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Win Toss, Invite Royal Challengers Bengaluru To Bat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Vs Gujarat Giants LIVE Cricket Score, WPL 2026: Catch play-by-play updates from Women’s Premier League 2026 match 9 between RCB and GG on Friday, January 16, at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
RCB-W vs GG-W WPL Match Score Live: Gujarat win toss, elect to field first
Royal Challengers Bengaluru began WPL 2026 with two contrasting wins, powered by Lauren Bell's tight bowling and strong starts from Harris and Mandhana. Gujarat Giants also won their first two, but leaky bowling remains a concern as both teams meet at DY Patil Stadium.
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