Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) in match number 12 of Women’s Premier League 2026 (WPL 2026) on Monday. Smriti Mandhana and co. are on top of the points table, having won 4 out of 4 contests played so far. The 2024 WPL champions will be aiming to continue their dominance in the game against Gujarat Giants.
GGW, who underwent a overhaul at the WPL 2026 mega auction, are third on the points table. They have won and lost two matches each so far in this year’s edition of the tournament. The last time the two sides met, earlier on January 16, RCB handed a 32-run defeat to Gardner and co.
Match Details
- Match: Gujarat Giants Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women – WPL 2026 Match 12
- Date & Time: Monday, January 19, 2026 | 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
- Toss: Around 7:00 PM IST
Probable Playing XIs
Gujarat Giants Women
- Beth Mooney (WK)
- Sophie Devine
- Kanika Ahuja
- Ashleigh Gardner (C)
- Georgia Wareham
- Bharti Fulmali
- Kashvee Gautam
- Tanuja Kanwer
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad
- Renuka Singh
- Shivani Singh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women
- Grace Harris
- Smriti Mandhana (C)
- Georgia Voll
- Richa Ghosh (WK)
- Gautami Naik
- Nadine de Klerk
- Radha Yadav
- Prema Rawat
- Shreyanka Patil
- Sayali Satghare
- Lauren Bell
Pitch & Conditions
The BCA Stadium, Kotambi surface is expected to be batter-friendly with good bounce and even conditions. The wicket allows aggressive stroke play, especially in the middle overs, and dew later on could make bowling tricky in the second innings. A total above 160+ should be competitive.
- Pitch: Batters’ paradise — stroke play encouraged
- Dew: Likely to play a role in second innings
- Average Score: 150+
Key Players to Watch
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women
- Smriti Mandhana (RCB): In excellent form this season, anchoring big totals and scoring heavily.
- Lauren Bell (RCB): Leading wicket-taker with pace and consistency.
- Nadine de Klerk (RCB): All-round threat with bat and ball.
Gujarat Giants Women
- Sophie Devine (GG): Power-hitter and key all-rounder — capable of turning the game quickly.
- Beth Mooney (GG): Dangerous opener who can set big foundations.
- Ashleigh Gardner (GG): Captain and balance provider with both departments.
Recent Form & Head-to-Head
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women are unbeaten in their last few encounters and sit atop the WPL 2026 standings with four wins in four matches so far.
- Gujarat Giants Women have shown flashes but lack consistency.
- In prior meetings this season, RCB Women defeated Gujarat Giants Women convincingly by 32 runs.
GGW vs RCBW Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Based on form, balance, and recent performances, Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women look poised to extend their winning streak in Match 12 of WPL 2026. Their in-form batting lineup and clinical bowling attack give them the edge in a high-scoring battle at Vadodara.
Predicted Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women
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