In Match No. 18 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Sneh Rana etched her name in the record books with an electrifying knock against UP Warriorz. She delivered the second-quickest innings in women’s T20 cricket history (minimum 25 runs), batting at an astonishing strike rate of 433.30. Rana’s six-ball cameo left the opposition stunned, showcasing her incredible power-hitting abilities.
Only South Africa’s Chloe Tryon has achieved a higher strike rate in a T20I innings of comparable parameters, smashing her way to an incredible 457.14 against India in 2018. Another South African star, Laura Wolvaardt, also had a noteworthy innings at a strike rate of 366.66 against West Indies in 2021.
Rana’s explosive performance not only added a significant milestone to her career but also reignited conversations about her potential comeback to the Indian national team. Known for her all-round abilities, Rana’s impact with both bat and ball make her a formidable asset, and innings like these highlight her value in the shortest format of the game.
The match between UP Warriorz and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) was nothing short of a run-fest, played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium in Lucknow. The Warriorz, batting first, posted a mammoth 225/5 on the scoreboard—a target that seemed almost impossible to chase.
RCB put up a valiant fight but fell just 12 runs short of what could have been a historic chase in the tournament. Bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana lit up the match with a blistering knock of 26 runs off just 6 balls, including 2 fours and 3 sixes, after Richa Ghosh’s 33-ball 69. At a point where RCB looked out of contention, Rana breathed life into the chase, raising hopes of a miraculous win.
With 43 runs required from the final two overs, Rana unleashed her fury on Warriorz captain Deepti Sharma, smashing 4, 6, 6, 4, 6 in dazzling fashion. However, her valiant effort ended when Sharma dismissed her off the last ball of the over, effectively sealing the game for the Warriorz.
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After going unsold in the WPL 2025 auction, Rana was later signed by RCB as a replacement for the injured Shreyanka Patil. Since breaking into the playing XI, Rana has proved her worth as a key player for the team.
Her heroic performance against UP Warriorz was a testament to her abilities and resilience, reminding everyone why she belongs in the WPL. Although the Warriorz held their nerve to clinch a consolation win, Rana’s exceptional cameo added a thrilling chapter to this year’s tournament.
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