GGW vs RCBW Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)

This is a closely contested match-up. The Gujarat Giants possess the most explosive batting line-up in the tournament, with Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney, and Ashleigh Gardner capable of dismantling any attack. However, their middle-order consistency and bowling remain concerns. RCB Women, in contrast, have shown better all-round balance, with proven performers like Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, and Richa Ghosh delivering under pressure. RCB’s slightly more disciplined bowling and experience in handling crunch moments give them a narrow edge. The prediction leans towards Royal Challengers Bangalore Women.

GGW vs RCBW Head to Head (Last 5)

GGW vs RCBW Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch)

Gujarat Giants Women

Ashleigh Gardner’s team is defined by its explosive top order. The trio of Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney, and Gardner herself can take the game away in the powerplay. However, for them to dominate, these stars need to bat deep and support from the middle order is crucial. Their bowling needs early wickets to compensate for occasional profligacy.

GGW Probable Playing XI-

Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Anushka Sharma, Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur.

Top Player to Watch- Sophie Devine & Bharti Fulmali.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women

Smriti Mandhana’s side is building a winning habit. Their strength lies in a balanced batting line-up featuring the elegance of Mandhana, the all-round prowess of Ellyse Perry, and the finishing power of Richa Ghosh. The bowling attack has shown improvement and appears more capable of executing plans under pressure.

RCBW Probable Playing XI-

Smriti Mandhana (C), Sophie Molineux, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (WK), Shreyanka Patil, Georgia Wareham, Disha Kasat, Ekta Bisht, Shraddha Pokharkar, Renuka Singh (if fit)/Other, Asha Shobana.

Top Player to Watch- Smriti Mandhana & Ekta Bisht.

GGW vs RCBW Weather & Pitch Report

The DY Patil Stadium pitch remains good for batting. The new ball offers some assistance to fast bowlers, while spinners get increasing grip as the match progresses. The significant factor is dew in night games, which has made chasing slightly easier in the second innings.

Clear and pleasant conditions are expected in Thane with no rain forecast, ensuring a full match.

GGW vs RCBW Toss Prediction

Considering the strong influence of dew in the second innings at this venue, the captain winning the toss is highly likely to choose to bowl first.

GGW vs RCBW Dream Team

• Wicket-keeper: Beth Mooney, Richa Ghosh
• Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner
• All-rounders: Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham
• Bowlers: Renuka Singh Thakur, Shreyanka Patil, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Tanuja Kanwar

Pro Tip: For fantasy contests, platforms like Dream11 offer free team creation for users outside India. Given the dew factor, prioritize top-order batters from the team chasing and bowlers who bowl in the powerplay or are effective in dewy conditions (like spinners with good control). Always finalize your team after the official playing XIs are announced, typically 30 minutes before the match start (around 07:00 PM IST).

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