WPL 2024 BAN-W vs MUM-W: Match 9 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks
BAN-W vs MI-W, WPL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the Ninth Match (Source: x.com)
It is time for the biggest face-off in the Women's Premier League (WPL 2024). In the ninth match of the tournament, the Mumbai Indians (MUM-W) will lock horns with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W). The match will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on the 2nd of March at 7:30 PM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top fantasy predictions, tips, the pitch report, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Head-to-head Stats
The Mumbai Indians have emerged as the better team in this face-off. Harmanpreet Kaur and her girls have emerged victorious on both occasions, these two played each other in the previous edition.
| Matches | Mumbai Indians Won | Royal Challengers Bangalore Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
BAN-W vs MUM-W Pitch Report
So far, two different wickets have been used for the WPL at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. While one of the strips has been dominated mainly by the batters, the other has provided much more to the bowlers. It is expected that the spinners will get some assistance in the middle overs, and as per the trend set already, chasing will be the preferred option for the teams.
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Ground Stats (WPL 2024)
Matches: 8
Matches won batting first: 2
Matches won batting second: 6
Average first innings score: 147
Average second innings score: 146
Highest Total Recorded: 194/5 by Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Lowest Total Recorded: 107/7 by Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Spinners will be the more efficient picks from the bowlers. However, skilled bowlers with the new ball can be risky-worthy choices.
- Top-order batters will be the safer choice. But, if you are willing to take risks in the grand leagues, you can opt for big hitters from the middle-order.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Cricket Tips
Scenario: Royal Challengers Bangalore Heavy Fantasy XI
- Smriti Mandhana has looked in brilliant touch with the bat. Her return to form with the bat makes Mandhana a must-pick for the game.
- Nadine de Klerk looked good with the ball in her first game of the tournament. She could be a good choice from the RCB's bowling section.
Scenario: Mumbai Indians Heavy Fantasy XI
- Harmanpreet Kaur will be returning to the team after taking a rest in the last game. She is in fine form with the bat and will be an essential choice.
- MI will draft Shabnim Ismail back into the playing XI after providing her with the required recovery period from the niggle.
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BAN-W vs MUM-W Winner Predictions
Both RCB and MI have suffered a shock defeat in their previous outings. Harmanpreet, as well as Smriti Mandhana, will be looking to bring their team back on track. However, given the strengths of the two teams, there are more chances that MI will pick up the two points from this game.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Top Player Picks
Smirti Mandhana played a brilliant knock against the Capitals (Source: x.com)
Smriti Mandhana (BAN-W)
The RCB skipper played a mesmerizing knock in the last game against the Delhi Capitals. She has looked in brilliant touch with the bat in the previous two games. Smriti Mandhana will be a prime choice for the fantasy contests of the game.
Sophie Molineux (BAN-W)
The Australian spinner has been in decent form with the ball. Although she did not pick up wickets in the last game, Molineux could be influential in the middle overs.
Harmanpreet Kaur (MUM-W)
The MI-skipper has been in good touch with the bat in the first two matches. Harmanpreet scripted the successful chase for the team in both games. However, it will be a thing to note if she can retain her touch after not playing a game.
Shabnim Ismail (MUM-W)
The South African pacer has been lethal with the new ball in the tournament. Ismail's wicket-taking skills will be a prime pick for the game.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Differential Picks
Sophie Devine (BAN-W)
The Kiwi-veteran has not found her touch with the bat in the tournament. But Sophie Devine has contributed with the ball, and given her reputation in the T20 format, it is not long before she regains her batting form. Hence, Devine will be a choice you can take risk with in this game.
Hayley Matthews regained her batting form in the last game (Source: x.com)
Hayley Matthews (MUM-W)
The West Indian skipper was struggling to get going in the tournament. But in the last outing, Matthews played a resilient knock and scored a half-century. Matthews can also contribute with the ball, making her a very efficient choice for the game.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Expert Advice
Given how the wicket has behaved in the tournament and the strengths of the two teams a 1-2-6-2 combination seems ideal for the fantasy contests of the match.
BAN-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
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Wicketkeeper: Yastika Bhatia
Batters: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nadine de Klerk, Sophie Devine, Sophie Molineux
Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Georgia Wareham
Captain: Harmanpreet Kaur
Vice-captain: Smriti Mandhana
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 5 Players; Mumbai Indians: 6 Players
BAN-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
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Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
Batters: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nadine De Klerk, Sophie Devine, Sophie Molineux
Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Georgia Wareham
Captain: Sophie Devine
Vice-captain: Hayley Matthews
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 6 Players; Mumbai Indians: 5 Players
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