In a very thrilling 2025 Maharashtra Women’s Premier League (WMPL) match between the Solapur Smashers and Ratnagiri Jets in Thane, Sharayu Kulkarni made a big impact with her celebration. The young bowler dismissed Ratnagiri Jets captain Smriti Mandhana, who is one of the biggest stars of women's cricket, for just one run off four balls in the first over, with Kulkarni bowling the first ball in the over. Kulkarni, playing for Solapur Smashers, delivered a great ball, resulting in Mandhana being caught behind leg-side by Damini Bankar, which sparked an unbelievable moment on the field. 

Kulkarni celebrated perfectly, like Rishabh Pant, with Pant's trademark somersault. The on-field celebration, along with the crowd's excitement, caused the breakout on social media, with fans loving the energy and making comparisons to Pant's style. Kulkarni also produced a very good performance, with two wickets for 33 runs in three overs, outshining some formidable batters.

A Viral Moment in WMPL 2025

The Solapur Smashers' disciplined and aggressive bowling attack, led by Kulkarni, restricted the Ratnagiri Jets to 120 runs in 20 overs on a batting-friendly surface. When Kulkarni got Mandhana out early, it shifted the game’s momentum into the Smashers’ favor. The umpire called it a wide ball initially, but Mandhana still showed incredible sportsmanship by walking off the pitch on her own volition. Kulkarni's somersault celebration was reminiscent of Pant's celebration mania. It awed fans in the stands and people on social media. 

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Sharayu Kulkarni in WMPL celebrated in Rishabh Pant style after dismissing Smriti Mandhana.

- Global Star Rishabh Pant ❤️🐐 pic.twitter.com/nywJKxc5bR

— RP17 Gang™ (@RP17Gang) June 6, 2025

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Although Kulkarni's celebration was viral, she had an important role to play. Kulkarni, along with Mukta Magre, took 2 wickets, while Aarti Kedar and Aachal Agarwal took 3 wickets each for the Smashers and continued to dominate their opponents. The match showed Kulkarni’s potential as a young star in women’s cricket. she showed excellent ability, skill, and showmanship. Her Pant inspired celebration brought excitement to the crowd and established her as a player to watch going into the 2025 season of the WMPL.

Smriti Mandhana, India’s graceful left-handed opener, further stamped her mark on the record books with a terrific century in the 2025 Tri-Nation Series final against Sri Lanka. Mandhana’s innings, on just 92 balls, was a lesson in timing and temperament with 12 fours and 2 sixes. In a must-win game while chasing a competitive target, Mandhana’s composed yet aggressive innings paved the way for a complete victory.

This ton was her 11th century in One-Day Internationals, pushing her to third in the list for most WODI centuries of all time, behind legends Meg Lanning (15) and Suzie Bates (13). It wasn't statistically impactful alone, however, as emotionally resonant a moment as this was, coming as it did in a pressure-charged final when her batting leadership was the difference between team success and defeat. The innings testified to Mandhana's evolution over the years from being a talented kid to being one of the most consistent run-getters in women's cricket in the world.

During the series, Mandhana exemplified steely consistency and calmness, contributing significantly to India's unbeaten streak. Whether stabilizing the innings or speeding up scoring, she proved a sound awareness of match situations—a trait that still distinguishes her in international cricket. Her hundred in the final was not merely another individual landmark but a defining moment that confirmed her position as one of the support pillars of India's batting order.

Career Statistics: A Glimpse of Smriti Mandhana's Brilliance

Smriti Mandhana's record in her career is a testament to her class and consistency in all formats of the game. In ODIs, she has made a total of over 4,200 runs at a 46.25 average, with 11 centuries and 30 half-centuries to her credit. In T20 Internationals, she has made 3,761 runs at a strike rate of 123.27, still a force to be reckoned with at the top of the order. In Test cricket, though the chances have been fewer, she has still made 435 runs at a 45.86 average, with 1 century and 2 half-centuries to her credit.

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A SMRITI MANDHANA CENTURY IN 92 BALLS. 🇮🇳pic.twitter.com/283U8eJAb8

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 11, 2025

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Smriti Mandhana's new century is not a number—it's a toast to her progress, resilience, and brilliance. As Indian women's cricket continues to rise, Mandhana is one of its stars, inspiring future generations with every beautiful cover drive and determined run she scores.

In a heartwarming intersection of Bollywood and cricket, actors Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi recently participated in an entertaining on-camera challenge where they named their favorite cricketers and shared humorous moments around the sport. The feature, a part of a promotional campaign for an upcoming movie or digital offering, unleashed the sporting spirit of the two actors and provided fans with a fix of laughter, nostalgia, and admiration for Indian cricket.

The quiz started with a series of quick-fire questions, from cricket trivia to personal preferences. The two actors were quick with their wits and loved the segment to pieces, displaying a lot of camaraderie and energy. Asked to name their favorite cricketers, the responses put smiles on the faces of many fans.

The fans adored the video for its creative mix of sports and cinema, and the sheer affection that both actors had for cricket. The skit went viral immediately on social media platforms. It is always warming to see celebrities from various sectors bond over a common interest. Not only did this playful exchange provide fans a look behind the curtain of their beloved celebrities' sporting interests, but it also reflected the national passion for cricket that brings together millions in the country.

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King Kohli’s cover drive or Hitman’s pull shot? 🤔

Watch @RajkummarRao and @iWamiqaGabbi share their picks in a fun 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 & 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 challenge!#IPLonJioStar 👉 #RRvGT | MON, 28th APR, 6:30 PM on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/mk5BnR1I5b

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 28, 2025

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Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi shared their favorite cricketers

Rajkummar Rao, known for his versatility and grounded personality, named MS Dhoni as his all-time favorite. He spoke fondly of Dhoni’s calm demeanor and leadership style, saying, “I’ve always admired how Dhoni handles pressure. Whether it’s the World Cup final or a tough IPL game, he’s unshakable. That sort of calmness is admirable not only in cricket, but in life as well." He also named Virat Kohli for his aggression and passion, terming him "a true modern-day legend."

Wamiqa Gabbi, on the other hand, introduced a new point of view by mentioning Smriti Mandhana as her favorite. "She's fiery, fashionable, and incredibly talented," Wamiqa stated. "I believe that women's cricket needs so much more attention, and Smriti is an amazing role model." She also enjoyed Rohit Sharma's batting with ease, calling his timing and class poetry in motion.

Jasprit Bumrah's performance in 2024 was something to talk about. He almost single-handedly carried the team on Australian soil in the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Amid India's batting downfall and average bowling performance against Australia, Bumrah was the solitary man whose salvo forced Aussie batters to take extra precautions on the wicket. 

No matter which field, Bumrah's performance graph was scaling in only one direction— towards the sky. Throughout the years, the right-handed yorker specialist performed constantly well across all formats of international cricket. 

That helps him to achieve the recognition as the Leading Men's Cricketer in the World in the 2025 edition of Wisden Cricketers' Almanack. The editor of Wisden, Lawrence Booth, has described Bumrah in simple words: "Quite simply the star of the year." 2024 was the year when the speed star became the first Test bowler in history to claim 200 scalps at an average of less than 20 each.

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Bumrah also played his part as a positive catalyst behind Team India's ICC T20 World Cup 2024 triumph. Booth describes Jasprit's performance in BGT, where he bagged 32 wickets at 13.06, as, "He was so lethal, so uniquely challenging—a staccato of limbs somehow forming a symphony—that runs scored off him should have counted double … he laid a claim to be considered the greatest of all time."

🚨 JASPRIT BUMRAH - THE GREATEST IN MODERN ERA 🚨

- Bumrah has been named as the Leading Men's Cricketer in the World in 2025 Wisden Edition. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/GbcN0KFWxS

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 22, 2025

Wisden recognised Smriti Mandhana's 2024 performance 

Along with Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana is named as Wisden's Leading Women's Cricketer in the World for her undeniable contribution to team India's performance with 1659 runs across formats in 2024. That was the most runs scored by any woman cricketer on the planet in a single calendar year. She also played a brilliant 149-run knock in a test match against South Africa in June 2024. 

The much-anticipated match between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) and Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) is set to take place on February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. This high-stakes encounter promises thrilling cricket action as both teams aim for dominance in the tournament. Fans across the globe can enjoy the live broadcast on Sports18 in India, Fox Sports in Australia, SuperSport in South Africa, and Gazi TV in Bangladesh. Additionally, streaming services like Jio Hotstar, Sky Go, and Willow TV ensure viewers don’t miss a moment of the game. With star players ready to shine, this match is set to be a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW vs GGW
• Date: February 27th, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

RCBW VS UPW LIVE STREAMING DETAILS
Online Streaming

• India: Jio Hotstar
• United Kingdom: Sky Go (for Sky Sports subscribers)
• United States & Canada: Willow TV (Website & App)
• Australia: Kayo Sports (for Fox Sports subscribers)

TV Broadcast

• India: Sports18 HD, Sports18 SD
• Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Pakistan: Ten Sports
• Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV)

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RCBW vs GGW Predicted Playing XI

GGW Playing XI

Beth Mooney, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardener, Kashvee Gautam, Deandre Dottin, Tanuja Kanwar, Bharti Fulmali, Simran Shaikh, Meghna Singh, Priya Mishra

RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, VJ Joshitha, Renuka Singh 

The much-anticipated match between Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) and Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) is set to take place on February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. This high-stakes encounter promises thrilling cricket action as both teams aim for dominance in the tournament. Fans across the globe can enjoy the live broadcast on Sports18 in India, Fox Sports in Australia, SuperSport in South Africa, and Gazi TV in Bangladesh. Additionally, streaming services like Jio Hotstar, Sky Go, and Willow TV ensure viewers don’t miss a moment of the game. With star players ready to shine, this match is set to be a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW vs GGW
• Date: February 27th, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

RCBW VS UPW LIVE STREAMING DETAILS
Online Streaming

• India: Jio Hotstar
• United Kingdom: Sky Go (for Sky Sports subscribers)
• United States & Canada: Willow TV (Website & App)
• Australia: Kayo Sports (for Fox Sports subscribers)

TV Broadcast

• India: Sports18 HD, Sports18 SD
• Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Pakistan: Ten Sports
• Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV)

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RCBW vs GGW Predicted Playing XI

GGW Playing XI

Beth Mooney, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardener, Kashvee Gautam, Deandre Dottin, Tanuja Kanwar, Bharti Fulmali, Simran Shaikh, Meghna Singh, Priya Mishra

RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, VJ Joshitha, Renuka Singh 

The WPL 2025 saw one of its most thrilling conclusions as RCBW and UPW staged a nail-biting tie, necessitating a Super Over to declare the winner. With RCBW requiring 9 runs from the last over, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium was tense. As the match reached the wire, RCBW required 8 runs from the last 3 balls, keeping spectators on tenterhooks.
RCBW's Dominant Batting Performance
Batting first, RCBW posted a good total of 180/6 in 20 overs, courtesy of a magnificent knock by Ellyse Perry, who remained not out on 90 off 56 balls. Her innings, filled with big shots, were the foundation of RCBW's score. Wyatt-Hodge also played an important role, scoring 57 off 41 balls, to maintain momentum in the middle overs.
UPW's bowlers ensured the latter end of the match remained tight as Tahlia McGrath and Deepti Sharma struck when the situation needed a breakthrough. Sophie Ecclestone was strong behind the stumps with two run-outs, completely changing the fortunes. 

Did you think it was over?

Sophie Ecclestone had other ideas 🔥👏

We head to the first-ever #TATAWPL SUPER OVER! 😮

Updates ▶ https://t.co/WIQXj6JCt2#RCBvUPW | @UPWarriorz | @Sophecc19 pic.twitter.com/PDz0xqWlXx

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 24, 2025

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UPW's Chase & the Last-Over Drama
Pursuing 181, UPW experienced a tottering start but staged a recovery via Sophie Ecclestone (33 off 19) and Deepti Sharma (25 off 13). With the fall of wickets at a constant rate, the game seemed in favor of RCBW. But some fireworks from UPW's lower order towards the latter part of the game propelled the match to the last over.
With only 9 runs required off the remaining 6 balls, the match was level. RCBW's bowlers tightened the equation further such that UPW had to score 8 runs off the final 3 balls. With the match in the balance, pressure intensified, and RCBW's fielding ensured the excitement continued until the last ball, ending with a Super Over decider.
Key Highlights of the Match
Ellyse Perry's Unbeaten 90 beautiful knock to steady RCBW's innings.
Wyatt-Hodge's 57 Off 41: Gave stability in the middle overs.
UPW's Late Comeback: Ecclestone and Sharma kept them in the running.
Final Over Drama: RCBW required 9 off 6, then 8 off 3, resulting in a Super Over.

#UPW clinch a historic #TATAWPL game! 👏

They win the first-ever Super Over to make it 🔙 to 🔙 victories! 🥳

Scorecard ▶ https://t.co/6637diSP2I#RCBvUPW pic.twitter.com/nNqg42oQqq

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 24, 2025

SOPHIE ECCLESTONE HAS WON IT FOR THE UP WARRIORZ!

The first Super Over victory in the WPL!#RCBvUPW #WPL2025 pic.twitter.com/mI4BF7CMWC

— ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) February 24, 2025

The Super Over:
Sophie Ecclestone's heroics secured a nail-biting Super Over victory for UP Warriorz over RCB in WPL 2025. Having taken the game to a Super Over with her late fireworks, she defended nine runs, giving away only four. Kim Garth had previously kept UPW to eight, sending Henry back and keeping them under wraps. RCB required nine to win but was found wanting against Ecclestone's brilliance. Mandhana and Ghosh were periods that couldn't be set boundaries, and UPW won. Ellyse Perry's 90 unbeaten had powered RCB to 180, but Ecclestone's all-around performance led to a turnaround, handing UP Warriorz their second win in succession and RCB back-to-back defeats.

RCBW vs UPW Champions trophy Live Streaming: Where & How to Watch the Match Online & on TV

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 returns with thrilling matches, and the fans all around the globe are looking forward to watching their beloved teams compete. The match today is an enthralling game between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and UP Warriorz (UPW) at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.RCBW vs MIW

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW vs MIW
• Date: February 24th, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

RCBW VS UPW LIVE STREAMING DETAILS
Online Streaming

• India: Jio Hotstar
• United Kingdom: Sky Go (for Sky Sports subscribers)
• United States & Canada: Willow TV (Website & App)
• Australia: Kayo Sports (for Fox Sports subscribers)

TV Broadcast

• India: Sports18 HD, Sports18 SD
• Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Pakistan: Ten Sports
• Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV)

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UP PLAYING XI

Kiran Navgire, Vrinda Dinesh, Uma Chetry, Deepti Sharma, Tahlia Mcgrath, Grace Harris, Poonam Khemnar, Alana King, Sophie Ecclestone, Saima Thakor, Kranti Goud

RCB PLAYING XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Ellyse Perry, Raghvi Bist, Kanika Ahuja, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Ekta Bisht, VJ Joshitha, Renuka Singh 

The Women's Premier League (WPL) resumes with a thrilling contest between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) today. Enthusiasts are expecting these two powerful teams to face each other at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Match Details:

• Match: RCBW VS MIW 
• Date: February 19th, 2025
• Time:  7:30 PM IST
• Venue:  Bengaluru

LIVE STREAMING DETAILS:

WPL 2025 Live Streaming Online

IN ALL COUNTRIES

MIW Playing XI

Yastika Bhatia, Hayley Mathews, Nat Sciver Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Sanskriti Gupta, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque

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RCBW Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Danni Wyatt Hodge, Sabbhineni Meghana, Richa Ghosh, Charlie Dean, Kanika Ahuja, Asha Shobana, Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Singh, Ekta Bisht, Kim Garth 

Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in today's WPL 2025 match at 7:30 PM IST in Vadodara. Watch live on Star Sports or stream on JioHotstar. 

• Match:DC VS RCB
• Date: February 16th, 2025
• Time:  7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Vadodara

IN ALL COUNTRIES

WPL 2025 Live Streaming Online

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 RCB playing 11 (probables):Uma Chetry (wk), Chamari Athapaththu, Vrinda Dinesh, Kiran Navgire, Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, Poonam Khemnar, Deepti Sharma (c), Sophie Ecclestone, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Saima Thakor.