During the gripping ninth match of the 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) season, the Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry became the first-ever player to breach the monumental 800-run barrier, etching her name into the league’s elite history.
The defining moment arrived in the 12th over, as Perry’s masterful stroke play led her to another composed half-century, extending her reign of dominance in the WPL. By the close of the innings, her run tally had swelled to an astonishing 835 runs across just 21 innings, with an exceptional average of 64.23 and a blistering strike rate of 133.17—numbers that reflect sheer consistency and brilliance.
After suffering their first loss of the season against the Mumbai Indians, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB) were eager to return to winning ways. However, their chase stumbled early when captain Smriti Mandhana fell for just six runs off nine balls, dismissed by UP Warriorz skipper Deepti Sharma in the fourth over.
Unfazed by the pressure, Perry took charge, building a vital 100-run partnership with Danielle Wyatt-Hodge. The duo’s synergy powered RCB’s recovery, with Wyatt-Hodge registering her maiden WPL fifty, an exceptional 57 off 41 deliveries. Meanwhile, Perry showcased her hallmark composure and aggressive flair, crafting her seventh WPL half-century with authority, finishing unbeaten on 90 off just 56 balls.
Perry’s previous best—an 81-run masterclass against Mumbai Indians—had already cemented her as a player for big moments. But her contributions go beyond just batting. With 11 wickets in 15 innings, Perry’s all-round capabilities continue to make her an invaluable asset for RCB, delivering breakthroughs when needed most. In the 2024 season, she justified every rupee spent, guiding RCB to their maiden WPL title while clinching the prestigious Orange Cap with 347 runs.
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