The Women's Premier League 2026 kicked off on Friday with a thrilling contest as Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated Mumbai Indians by three wickets. Nadine de Klerk played a decisive role in RCB's victory, first with the ball and then with a sensational unbeaten half-century.
Last-Over drama turns the matchChasing 155, RCB needed 18 runs in the final over. After two dot balls, Nadine de Klerk shifted gears dramatically, smashing a six off the third delivery, a four on the fourth, and another six on the fifth ball against Nat Sciver-Brunt. With two runs required off the final ball, she sealed a memorable win by hitting a four.
De Klerk finished unbeaten on 63 off 44 balls, which included seven fours and two sixes.
