Mon Mar 03 16:00:00 UTC 2025: ## RCB’s Home Woes Continue: Gujarat Giants Secure Comfortable Win in WPL

**Bengaluru, India:** The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) suffered their third consecutive home defeat in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), falling to the Gujarat Giants by six wickets with 21 balls to spare. Despite fervent home support, RCB’s paltry 125/7 proved no match for Gujarat’s chase, spearheaded by Ash Gardner’s 58 runs.

RCB’s struggles extend beyond just this match. They’ve lost the toss in all three home games, a significant factor given the clear advantage of chasing in this season’s WPL. Captain Smriti Mandhana acknowledged the team’s poor performance across all three departments – batting, bowling, and fielding – in Friday’s one-sided defeat. The early loss of three key batters within the powerplay, including Mandhana herself (10 off 20 balls), proved disastrous.

The loss significantly impacted RCB’s net run rate, dropping them to +0.155. They are now tied on four points with Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz, with only a slight advantage due to the closeness of their previous defeats. With one more home game remaining, another loss would put the defending champions in a precarious position. The crowd’s unwavering support for RCB, even during these setbacks, remains a notable feature of the tournament.

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