WPL 2024 MI-W vs BAN-W: Match 19 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks
MI-W vs BAN-W, WPL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the 19th Match (Source: x.com)
Just a couple of matches remain in the league stage of the second edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL 2024). It is once more the time for the most famous rivalry in the league as the Mumbai Indians (MI-W) take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (BAN-W) in the 19th match of the tournament. This game will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on the 12th of March at 7:30 PM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top fantasy predictions, tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
MI-W vs BAN-W Head-to-head Stats
The Mumbai Indians and the Royal Challengers Bangalore have played three matches against each other in the two seasons of the tournament. Harmanpreet Kaur and her girls dominated the face-off, winning all the games.
It was an easy win for the Mumbai Indians the last time these two teams faced off. Royal Challengers Bangalore batted first in the game and posted a moderate total of 131 runs on the board in 20 overs. In the chase, MI scaled down the target, losing only three wickets with 29 balls remaining.
| Stats | Matches | Mumbai Indians Won | Royal Challengers Bangalore Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| WPL 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
MI-W vs BAN-W Pitch Report
In the first few games at the Arun Jaitley stadium, the wicket completely favoured the batters in the first innings, and it became challenging to chase down the target in the second innings. However, in the last two matches, the team batting second has done an excellent job. But keeping in mind the stats at the ground so far, the skipper winning the toss might look to bat first.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Ground Stats (WPL 2024)
Matches: 7
Matches won batting first: 6
Matches won batting second: 1
Average first innings total: 173
Average second innings total: 159
Highest total recorded: 199/5 by Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Lowest total recorded: 118/9 by UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians
Fantasy Value from the Pitch Report
- The pitch has been good for batting. However, the team batting first have been the dominant side so far. Top-order batters from the team batting first will be the safest choice.
- It has been seen in the games played here that middle-order batters from the chasing team have done an excellent job. So, they will be beneficial picks for the game.
- Spinners and death-over bowlers will be risk-worthy choices for the fantasy contests of the game.
MI-W vs BAN-W Fantasy Cricket Tips
Scenario: Mumbai Indians Heavy Fantasy XI
- Harmanpreet Kaur has picked up great form with the bat in the last two games. She played a game-changing knock in the previous match. Kaur will be the must-pick for the match.
- Shabnim Ismail has been lethal with the new ball. Her wicket-taking ability makes him a prime choice for the game.
Scenarios: Royal Challengers Bangalore Heavy Fantasy XI
- Richa Ghosh has been doing great with the bat in the middle order. She played an impactful knock in the last match. However, she could not lead the team to a win. Given her current form, you cannot miss out on Richa Ghosh.
- Smriti Mandhana has been in good touch with the bat. However, in the last couple of games, Mandhana has failed to convert her starts. But given the form she is carrying, the Bangalore skipper will be a good pick for the match.
MI-W vs BAN-W Winner Predictions
The Mumbai Indians have been in great form in the tournament. They have already confirmed their berth in the top three. RCB have seen their share of ups and downs in the tournament. However, they need a win in this match to stay in the race. Given the desperation RCB might up the ante in this match and pick up the two valuable points.
MI-W vs BAN-W Top Player Picks
Harmanpreet Kaur is in great batting form in the tournament (Source: x.com)
Harmanpreet Kaur (MI-W)
The Mumbai Indians skipper has been in great form with the bat in the last two games. Harmanpreet Kaur's current form makes her the safest choice for the game.
Shabnim Ismail (MI-W)
The South African speedster has been lethal with the ball in this tournament. Ismail can pose a significant threat to the RCB top-order and will be a risk worth taking for the fantasy contests of the game.
Smriti Mandhana (BAN-W)
The Indian opener has been in good touch with the bat in the tournament. Smriti has looked good with the bat; however, the numbers have not been the same with her for the last two games. The RCB skipper will look to deliver in this all-important match, and she will be a prime choice for the game.
Ellyse Perry is in great batting form (Source: x.com)
Ellyse Perry (BAN-W)
The Aussie superstar has been in good batting form. Ellyse Perry is delivering consistently with the bat and will be a crucial choice for the game.
MI-W vs BAN-W Differential Picks
Amelia Kerr (MI-W)
The Kiwi all-rounder started the tournament with some great shows using both trades. But Amelia Kerr is suffering from a lack of form in the last few games. So, her current form makes her a differential choice for the game.
Sophie Molineux (BAN-W)
RCB used Molineux as a top-order batter in the previous game. Given her efficiency with the ball in the middle overs, Molineux might be a differential choice for the game.
MI-W vs BAN-W Fantasy Expert Advice
Given how the wicket has behaved and where the strengths of the two team lies, a 1-2-5-3 or a 2-2-4-3 combination will be ideal for the game.
MI-W vs BAN-W Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
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Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
Batters: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham
Bowlers: Saika Ishaque, Shabnim Islmail, Sophie Molineux
Captain: Amelia Kerr
Vice-captain: Shabnim Ismail
Mumbai Indians: 6 Players: Royal Challengers Bangalore: 5 Players
MI-W vs BAN-W Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
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Wicketkeepers: Yastika Bhatia, Smriti Mandhana
Batters:: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham
Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil
Captain: Smriti Mandhana
Vice-captain: Ellyse Perry
Mumbai Indians: 5 Players; Royal Challengers Bangalore: 6 Players
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