WPL 2026: Rampant Nat Sciver-Brunt Creates History, Smashes Maiden Century Of Women's Premier League

RCB vs MI WPL 2026: Rampant Nat Sciver-Brunt created history in the Women's Premier League, smashing a maiden century of the tournament in a breathtaking display of batting prowess.

Mumbai Indians fell just short of the 200-mark, posting 199/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women on the back of Sciver-Brunt's maiden ton in their WPL 2026 match at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi in Vadodara on Monday.

Nat Sciver-Brunt emphatically stole the show on Monday with her unbeaten 100 off 57 balls, which was a masterclass, showcasing her authority and elegance in equal measure.

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Mumbai Indians worked out of the blocks, posting the slowest run rate in the first six overs with their opening partnership averaging just over 20.

Sajana's early wicket only aggravated the slow start, prompting memories of past struggles. The RCB bowlers, led by Bell, clamped down on the scoring, restricting MI to 38/1 at the Powerplay.

Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews turned the game around for Mumbai Indians with a brilliant partnership.

Nat Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 57-ball century and Hayley Matthews' explosive 56 laid the groundwork for Mumbai Indians' strong total. The duo's whirlwind partnership produced 131 runs off 73 balls for the second wicket.

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Matthews blasted 56 off 39 balls with nine fours, while Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten century featured 16 fours and a six. The pair's partnership began intensely after Lauren Bell (2/21) dismissed Sajeevan Sajana (7) early in the third over.