The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has delivered several high-scoring matches, highlighting the exceptional batting skills of top players against quality bowling attacks. Here, we dive into the top five highest match aggregates in WPL history, highlighting key performances and partnerships that contributed to these remarkable totals.
1. UP Warriorz vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Total: 438 runs
March 8, 2025, in a record-setting encounter, UP Warriorz (UPW) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) combined for a staggering 438 runs, the highest match aggregate in WPL history. Batting first, UPW posted a formidable 225/5, led by Georgia Voll’s unbeaten 99 off 56 balls, equaling the highest individual score in the league. Voll’s innings featured 17 fours and 1 six, anchoring UPW’s innings effectively.
In response, RCB showcased resilience, with Richa Ghosh playing a blistering knock of 69 runs off 33 balls, including five sixes and six boundaries. Sneh Rana added late fireworks, scoring 26 runs in a single over off Deepti Sharma—the most expensive over in WPL history. Despite these efforts, RCB fell short, concluding their innings at 213 all out, handing UPW a 12-run victory.
2. Gujarat Giants vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Total: 403 runs
February 14, 2025, the second-highest match aggregate in WPL history occurred when Gujarat Giants (201/5) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (202/4) combined for a staggering 403 runs.
Batting first, GG got off to a solid start with Beth Mooney anchoring the innings with 56 off 42 balls. However, the real acceleration came from Ashleigh Gardner, who unleashed a brutal assault, smashing an unbeaten 79 off just 37 deliveries, including eight sixes. Her late flourish propelled GG past the 200-run mark despite RCB’s bowlers managing to contain the rest of the lineup effectively.
In response, RCB lost early wickets but found stability through Ellyse Perry, who played a crucial knock of 57 off 34 balls. The turning point came when Richa Ghosh walked in and completely shifted the momentum, hammering 64* off just 27 balls. She dominated the middle overs, particularly taking apart Ashleigh Gardner in a game-changing over where she smashed 23 runs. Ghosh found an able partner in Kanika Ahuja, who contributed a blistering 30* off 13 balls. Their unbeaten 93-run stand off just 37 balls ensured RCB pulled off the highest successful chase in WPL history, sealing a six-wicket victory with three balls to spare.
3. Gujarat Giants vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore – Total: 391 runs
March 8, 2023, in this high-octane clash, Gujarat Giants (GG) set a formidable total of 201/7 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a scintillating 67 off 45 balls from Harleen Deol and a rapid 65 off just 28 balls by Sophia Dunkley. Their 60-run partnership for the second wicket laid a solid foundation for GG’s imposing total.
In response, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) started aggressively, with Sophie Devine scoring a brisk 66 off 45 balls. However, GG’s bowlers, led by Ashleigh Gardner’s 3/31, managed to stem the flow of runs, restricting RCB to 190/6 and securing an 11-run victory.
4. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Delhi Capitals – Total: 386 runs
March 5, 2023, Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased a batting masterclass, amassing 223/2 in their allotted overs. The innings was highlighted by a dominant opening partnership between Shafali Verma and Meg Lanning, who scored 84 and 72 runs, respectively. Their 162-run stand for the first wicket set the tone for DC’s innings.
RCB’s chase began promisingly, with Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine adding 41 runs for the first wicket. However, Tara Norris’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming a five-wicket haul, dismantled RCB’s batting lineup. Despite Heather Knight’s 34 and Megan Schutt’s unbeaten 30, RCB could only muster 163/8, handing DC a comprehensive 60-run victory.
5. Gujarat Giants vs. Mumbai Indians – Total: 381 runs
March 9, 2024, Gujarat Giants (190/7) and Mumbai Indians (191/3) combined for 381 runs in a thrilling chase. GG’s innings was anchored by Beth Mooney’s explosive 66 off 35 balls, while Dayalan Hemalatha powered them to a competitive total with a blistering 74 off 40. Despite a strong start, GG lost momentum in the death overs, managing only 28 runs in the final four overs as MI’s bowlers tightened their grip.
In response, MI’s chase was led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who played a match-winning knock of 95* off just 48 balls. Supported by Yastika Bhatia’s 49 off 36, MI successfully chased the target with one ball to spare, securing a seven-wicket victory in a high-octane contest.
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