In the 9th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, Gujarat Giants will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The Giants have been off to a decent start in their campaign so far, with two wins and a loss. Their batting has been dominant with the likes of Sophie Devine, Ash Gardner and Georgia Wareham doing exceptionally well with the bat in hand. Their bowling has also been on the mark, with Renuka Singh Thakur leading the pack quite well with her experience, and the all-rounders have been really consistent. Here are the top 3 players to look out for against Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
Beth Mooney
Beth Mooney, the Australian wicket-keeper batter, has been one of the most consistent batters for her national side over the years. In her T20I career, she has scored 3381 runs from 106 innings at a strike rate of 125. In her WPL career, she has scored 587 runs from 21 innings at a strike rate of 132. Beth hasn’t been quite off the blocks yet as she is still finding her touch, but her brisk knock in the previous game could suggest that a fine knock is due.
Kanika Ahuja
Kanika Ahuja possesses good ball-striking abilities, as well as the knack of picking wickets. In the WPL, she has scored 218 runs from 18 innings, and she has picked up 3 wickets from 5 innings so far. She scored a blistering 35 off 18 balls in the previous game against Mumbai Indians, which was applauded by everyone. Kanika Ahuja could be a key player in the grand scheme of things if she can continue her momentum in the tournament.
Kashvee Gautam
Kashvee Gautam, the Indian pace bowler, has been a good player in the WPL so far with some decent performances. She has picked up 13 wickets from 12 innings at an economy of 7 so far. The young Indian quick will be on the watch of the players, as if she could gain confidence, it would benefit their bowling unit. Kashvee will have to step up her game so that the Giants get a competitive advantage over the batting unit when she bowls.
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