BAN-W vs GUJ-W Dream11 Prediction, WPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI & Squads Updates For Match 5

The 5th game of the Women’s Premier League 2024 anticipates a high-octane clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W) and Gujarat Giants (GUJ-W). It promises an exciting encounter for cricket enthusiasts. RCB, after a close victory against UP Warriorz, relied on the stellar performance of Sobhana Asha, who secured a historic fifer in WPL history. Skipper Smriti Mandhana will look to capitalise on the team's escape in the upcoming game.

In contrast, the Gujarat Giants faced an early setback, succumbing to a loss against the Mumbai Indians. Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, and Harmanpreet Kaur showcased their prowess in a comprehensive win. However, Beth Mooney's batting struggled, with Tanuja Kanwar emerging as the leading scorer. With high-profile acquisitions in the WPL auctions, the Giants aim for a swift turnaround in this crucial fixture. Tuesday promises an epic showdown as these women’s cricket giants vie for supremacy.

Match Details

Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W) vs Gujarat Giants (GUJ-W), 5th match, WPL 2024
Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
Date & Time: 27th February, 7:30 PM IST
Streaming Details: Jio Cinema and Sports18 Network

Pitch Report

Dew is proving influential in the chase, challenging bowlers' grip. Winning the toss becomes crucial for captains to opt for bowling, aiming to restrict opponents. Shreyanka Patil and Sobhana Asha, eyeing Gujarat's weak batting against the Mumbai Indians, anticipate favourable conditions. Gujarat's Sneh Rana emerges as a pivotal bowler in Tuesday's clash.

Head-to-Head Records

Probable playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Smriti Mandhana (C), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (WK), Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Dil Bahadur, Sobhana Asha, and Renuka Singh Thakur

Gujarat Giants: Beth Mooney (WK), Veda Krishnamurthy (WK), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Ashleigh Gardner, Dayalan Hemalatha, Sneh Rana, Tanuja Kanwer, Kathryn Bryce, Lea Tahuhu, and Meghna Singh

Full Squad

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Smriti Mandhana (C), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (WK), Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Dil Bahadur, Sobhana Asha, Renuka Singh Thakur, Ekta Bisht, Indrani Roy (WK), Kate Cross, Shraddha Pokharkar, Nadine de Klerk, Disha Kasat, Shubha Sateesh

Gujarat Giants: Beth Mooney (WK), Veda Krishnamurthy (WK), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Ashleigh Gardner, Dayalan Hemalatha, Sneh Rana, Tanuja Kanwer, Kathryn Bryce, Lea Tahuhu, Meghna Singh, Trisha Poojitha, Mannat Kashyap, Shabnam Shakil, Laura Wolvaardt, Tarannumbanu Pathan, Sayali Satghare, Priya Mishra

BAN-W vs GUJ-W Dream11 fantasy teams

Grand League

Wicketkeepers: B. Mooney, R. Ghosh
Batters: S Mandhana, S Meghana, and H Deol
Allrounders: S Molineux, K Bryce (C), A Gardner
Bowlers: T Kanwer, R Singh Thakur, S Asha (VC)

Head-to-head

Wicketkeepers: B. Mooney, R. Ghosh
Batters: S Mandhana, S Meghana (C), P Litchfield
Allrounders: E Perry, S Devine, S Molineux, and A Gardner (VC)
Bowlers: G Wareham, S Asha