RCB Women posted 178/6 batting first, with a strong batting effort setting a challenging total
Gujarat Giants Women were restricted to 117/8, finishing 61 runs short in the chase
The victory ensured RCB qualified for the playoffs and extended their winning streak in the tournament
Gujarat Giants (GG) took on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 12 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women produced a commanding performance in their WPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Giants Women at Vadodara, sealing a 61-run victory to secure a place in the playoffs.
RCB Women posted a strong total of 178 for 6, with Gautami Naik’s crucial 73 and support from Richa Ghosh (27) anchoring their innings and giving them a challenging target to defend. The hosts were put under pressure early, and RCB’s batting depth ensured they capitalised on momentum through the middle overs.
In response, Gujarat Giants struggled to build significant partnerships as RCB’s bowlers applied consistent pressure throughout the innings. Despite a gritty fifty from Ashleigh Gardner (54), the Giants kept losing wickets at regular intervals, making the chase difficult. RCB’s bowling attack, led by disciplined spells from their key bowlers, ensured that Gujarat never threatened to overhaul the target.
The Giants were eventually restricted to 117 for 8, falling well short of the target and handing RCB a comprehensive win. The result capped off another dominant all-round display by Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women in the 2026 season, reinforcing their unbeaten streak and their status as one of the top contenders in the Women’s Premier League.
Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026: Toss Update
Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardener won the toss and opted to bowl first in the WPL 2026 Match 12.
Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026: Playing XIs
Gujarat Giants Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Tanuja Kanwer, Happy Kumari, Renuka Singh Thakur.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (c), Georgia Voll, Richa Ghosh (wk), Gautami Naik, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell.
Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026: Captains Speak
Ashleigh Gardner (GG): "We are going to bowl. It's awesome to have what seems like a home supportive crowd. No doubt RCB will get a lot of support. Two changes. Anushka comes back after her hand injury and we have a debutant. The batters have to do the job here as it's a high-scoring gane."
Smriti Mandhana (RCB): "Doing simple things right. I didn't know that. We have always focused on taking one game at a time. It's a group that has a lot of energy. We are going with the same side."
Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026: Full Squads
Gujarat Giants Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Tanuja Kanwer, Shivani Singh, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur, Ayushi Soni, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kim Garth, Anushka Sharma, Titas Sadhu, Happy Kumari.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (c), Georgia Voll, Richa Ghosh (wk), Gautami Naik, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell, Dayalan Hemalatha, Arundhati Reddy, Linsey Smith, Pooja Vastrakar, Prathyoosha Kumar.
Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026: Live Streaming Details
When is the Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026 match being played?
The Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026 match will be played on Monday, January 19, 2026. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST, while the toss will take place at 7:00 PM IST.
Where is the Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026 match being played?
The Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026 match will be played at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara.
Where to watch the Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, WPL 2026 match live on TV and online?
The Women’s Premier League 2026 matches, including Match 12 between Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website in India. Television broadcasts will take place on the Star Sports 1 and 2 (SD & HD) channels. Regional commentary will be available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
