MI camp shattered, 'Ronaldo' celebration unleashed: How nerveless Asha Sobhana scripted RCB's unthinkable last-over win
Hindustan TimesYoung off-spinner Shreyanka Patil and uncapped veteran leg-spinner Asha Sobhana displayed remarkable composure, guiding Royal Challengers Bangalore to a thrilling five-run victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the 2024 Women's Premier League Eliminator on Friday. Asha Sobhana celebrates after RCB's win against MI RCB, making their first appearance in the final of the WPL, secured a spot in the summit clash against last year's runner-up Delhi Capitals, scheduled for Sunday. The first delivery from Sobhana saw Pooja Vastrakar attempting a shot towards short third man that only fetched a single. Ellyse Perry's masterclass Earlier, it was Ellyse Perry who anchored Royal Challengers Bangalore's innings with a strong 66 off 50 deliveries after a top-order collapse that left them reeling at 24 for 3 within the first four overs of the Powerplay.