The Royal Challengers Bangalore RCB women’s squad for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 is a formidable team with a mix of experienced players and rising talents. Here’s the complete list of players representing RCB in the upcoming season.
1. Smriti Mandhana (Captain): Batter
2. Richa Ghosh, Wicketkeeper
3. Asha Shobana, all-rounder
4. Disha Kasat: All-rounder
5. Ellyse Perry, all-rounder
6. Heather Knight: All-rounder
7. Indrani Roy, all-rounder
8. Kanika Ahuja, all-rounder
9. Renuka Singh, all-rounder
10. Sophie Devine, all-rounder
11. Georgia Wareham, all-rounder
12. Kate Cross- Bowler
13. Ekta Bisht, bowler
14. Shubha Satheesh, all-rounder
15. S Meghana, all-rounder
16. Simran Bahadur, bowler
17. Sophie Molineux, all-rounder
18. Shreyanka patil
These talented players will strive to lead RCB to victory in the WPL in 2024. Smriti Mandhana, who has been named the captain, will play a crucial role in guiding the team, while Luke Williams serves as the head coach for the Royal Challengers Women’s Squad.
RCB retained several key players before the auction, including Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, Ellyse Perry, and Heather Knight. Their most expensive signing at the auction was Ekta Bisht, an Indian bowler, acquired for INR 60 lakh. The talented all-rounder Georgia Wareham from Australia was another valuable addition to the squad, secured for INR 40 lakh.
In the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024, the Royal Challengers Bangalore RCB Women’s have assembled a strong squad, blending experienced players with fresh talent. Let’s delve into the details of the players acquired by RCB during the auction
RCB Women’s Retained Players:
Smriti Mandhana (Captain): Batter
Asha Shobana, all-rounder
Disha Kasat: All-rounder
Ellyse Perry, all-rounder
Heather Knight, all-rounder
Indrani Roy, all-rounder
Kanika Ahuja, all-rounder
Renuka Singh, all-rounder
Richa Ghosh, Wicketkeeper
Shreyanka Patil, an all-rounder
Sophie Devine, all-rounder
Overseas Players:
Sophie Devine
Ellyse Perry
Heather Knight
RCB Women’s omen’s Players bought at the auction:
Georgia Wareham: All-rounder (purchased for INR 40 lakh)
Ekta Bisht, bowler (purchased for INR 60 lakh)
Kate Cross, Bowler (purchased for INR 30 lakh)
Shubha Satheesh, all-rounder (purchased for INR 10 lakh)
Simran Bahadur, bowler (purchased for INR 30 lakh)
S. Meghana, all-rounder (purchased for INR 30 lakh)
Sophie Molineux, all-rounder (purchased for INR 10 lakh)
Released Players:
Dané Van Niekerk
Erin Burns
Komal Zanzad
Megan Schutt
Poonam Khemnar
Preeti Bose
Sahana Pawar
Key Stats:
RCB had a total spend of INR 10.15 crore in the previous auction.
The franchise’s most expensive player is Indian batter Smriti Mandhana, acquired for an impressive INR 3.4 crore.
RCB still holds a substantial purse of INR 3.35 crore
RCB women’s team strengths and weakness
The RCB women’s team in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 boasts a formidable lineup, but like any team, they have their strengths and areas to address. Let’s delve into their strengths and potential weaknesses:
RCB Women’s Strengths 2024 :
- Talented Batting Lineup:
Smriti Mandhana (Captain): Her leadership and batting prowess add depth to the team.
Renuka Singh: The new pace sensation has been consistently delivering breakthroughs.
2. X-Factors:
Richa Ghosh: Her hard-hitting abilities in the late innings contribute valuable runs.
Deepti Sharma is a versatile player who can impact both the bat and the ball.
Weaknesses:
1. Middle-Order Vulnerability:
Despite the firepower at the top, RCB’s middle order remains a challenge. They need stability beyond Harmanpreet Kaur to avoid collapses under pressure.
2. Spin Bowling Unit:
The spin bowling department, featuring uncapped Indian bowlers, may face pressure on the big stage. Their performance will be crucial.
In summary, RCB’s star-studded lineup needs to address middle-order consistency and ensure their spin bowlers rise to the occasion. With the right balance, they can make a strong impact in the WPL 2024
