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De Klerk's Heroics Snatch WPL Opener for RCB!
9 Jan
Summary
- Nadine de Klerk starred with 4 wickets and an unbeaten 63.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by three wickets in a thrilling chase.
- Mumbai Indians posted 154 for 6 in their opening WPL match.
South African all-rounder Nadine de Klerk spearheaded Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a dramatic three-wicket victory against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Women's Premier League opener. De Klerk's exceptional performance included taking four wickets for 26 runs and scoring a match-winning unbeaten 63, steering RCB to 157 for 7.
Chasing 155, RCB faced a challenging run chase and were in a precarious position at 137 for 7. However, de Klerk held her nerve, hitting crucial boundaries in the final over to secure a sensational win with the last ball. Earlier, MI had posted 154 for 6, thanks to a 45-run contribution from Sajeevan Sajana.
The match, held on Friday, saw fortunes fluctuate as RCB's openers provided a strong start before a batting collapse. De Klerk's composed innings, supported by Arundhati Reddy's 20, proved pivotal in overcoming the MI bowlers, setting an exciting tone for the WPL.
