The action in the inaugural Vidarbha Women’s Pro T20 League continues with its second match, as Nagpur Titans, steered by the experienced skipper Mona Meshram, lock horns with the formidable NECO Master Blasters, captained by the dynamic Bharti Fulmali, on 11th June. Fans are invited to witness this blockbuster clash from 9:15 AM at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground.
Fresh off a challenging 54-run loss to the Orange Tigresses in their opening encounter, the Titans are determined to bounce back with renewed vigour. Meanwhile, the Master Blasters step onto the field with their eyes set firmly on a victorious debut. With three teams vying for supremacy: Orange Tigresses, Nagpur Titans, and NECO Master Blasters, the tournament promises fierce competition, emerging heroes, and the celebration of women’s cricket like never before in Nagpur.
Squads:
Nagpur Titans Women’s Cricket Team
Mona Meshram (C), Mansi Pande, Latika Inamdar (WK), Ayushi Thakre (VC), Dharvi Tembhurne, Gargi Wankar, Aarohi Bambode, Ashwini Deshmukh, Arti Bahenwal, Shangupha Sayyed, Mansi Borikar, Swara Thakre, Saloni Rajput, Ruksar Ansari, Shreemayee Pathak, and Saloni Wankhede (WK).
NECO Master Blasters Women’s Cricket Team
Bharti Fulmali (C), Riddhi Naik (VC), Nihari Kawale (WK), Vedanti Salodkar, Nupur Kohale, Arya Gohane, Shivani Dharne (WK), Tanvi Mendhe, Snehal Maniyar, Yashashree Soley, Gargi Banote, Shraddha Nabira, Shreya Lanjewar, Siddhi Nerkar, Pallavi Jain, and Sanskriti Sant.
Players to watch out:
Latika Inamdar
She represents Vidarbha at the domestic level and is a crucial member of their side. She would be keen to bring her domestic experience to the fore. As an opening batter and a wicketkeeper, she had disappointing returns in their campaign opener against Orange Tigresses. She would be keen to find her groove with the bat and provide a solid start to her side in the powerplay as they aim to get back to winning ways.
Aarohi Bambode
The 18-year-old youngster showed glimpses of her left-handed elegance in their first game against the Disha Kasat-led side. She was one of the biggest positives with the bat for Nagpur Titans, scoring a vital 33 (26 balls) with the bat. Her knock included three boundaries and a couple of maximums, scoring at an impressive strike rate of 126.9. It will be crucial for her side that she continues her confident start with the bat in the tournament and makes it big as the tournament progresses.
Bharti Fulmali
The master blaster’s skipper would be keen to start off on a fresh note and lead her side by an example in the inaugural edition of the tournament. She is known for her power-hitting, and we have already witnessed glimpses of her potential in the 3rd edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), where she represented the Gujarat Giants.
Riddhi Naik
The vice-captain of the Master Blasters has scored 70 runs in 7 innings with the bat in T20s and picked up three wickets with the ball in six innings. She has the potential to impact the game with the bat as well as with the ball, if needed. Her role is going to play a crucial role in their side’s progress in the inaugural edition of the tournament.
Pitch:
It is a balanced pitch, initially in favour of the pacers; however, as the game progresses, the spinners take over in terms of their effectiveness. The spinners have 26 wickets as compared to the pacers with 21 wickets to their name at this venue.
Weather:
Temperatures are set to reach a warm 38°C, with a moderate humidity level of 42%. There’s a 20% chance of precipitation, while winds will be blowing at around 10 km/h, ideal for an exciting day of cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Latika Inamdar, Bharti Fulmali, Mona Meshram, Mansi Pande, Nupur Kohale, Riddhi Naik, Saloni Rajput, Ruksar Ansari, Gargi Wankar, Mansi Borikar, and Vedanti Salodkar
Match details:
Date – June 11, 2025
Time – 9:15 AM IST
Venue – Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground, Nagpur
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
