Smriti Mandhana reflects on RCB’s disappointing WPL 2025 campaign with pragmatism

Smriti Mandhana endured a tough Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025, both as a captain and a batter. Leading a team that failed to reach the knockout stage and struggling with inconsistent performances herself, it was a season to forget for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper. The defending champions from 2024 finished second-last, barely ahead of bottom-placed UP Warriorz, thanks only to a superior net run rate.

“Don’t deserve to be there”: Kamran gives reality check amid controversy over Pakistan’s omission in CT prize ceremony

Former wicketkeeper batter Kamran Akmal addressed the recent controversy surrounding the absence of a representative from host nation Pakistan during the prize distribution ceremony of the recently concluded Champions Trophy. According to him, Pakistan didn’t have a representative because it didn’t “deserve” to be there.

“Being called the female version of Andre Russell is a huge compliment”: West Indies all-rounder Chinelle Henry

West Indies all-rounder Chinelle Henry has made waves in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) with her explosive performances for UP Warriorz. She has already drawn comparisons to her compatriot Andre Russell, a tag she embraces with pride. Known for her aggressive batting and all-round abilities, Henry was a standout performer despite UP Warriorz’s struggles in the tournament.

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