The last league game of the inaugural edition of the 2025 Women’s Maharashtra Premier League (WMPL) will feature Ratnagiri Jets up against Raigad Royals in match no. 12. The game is scheduled for the 12th of June 2025, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Grounds, Pune, starting 2:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Ratnagiri Jets kicked off their campaign on a high with a win but have since struggled to register another, losing four games on the trot. On the other hand, Raigad is yet to register a win in this campaign, standing at the bottom of the points table.
Squads:
Ratnagiri Jets Women’s Cricket Team
Smriti Mandhana, Gautami Naik, Dnyanda Nikam, Anushree Swami, Sakshi Kanadi, Shivali Shinde, Tejaswini Batwal, Rasika Shinde, Charmy Gawai, Bhatki Mirajkar, Priyanka Ghodke, Shruti Mahabaleshwarkar, Prerna Sawant, Tejashri Nanaware, Nidhi Shambhwani, Dnyaneshwari Patil, Sanjana Waghmode, Grisha Kataria, Bhumi Phalke, Sruhti Bhoir, Samidha Chougule, Janhavi Bokade, Nandini Sonawane, Priya Kokare
Raigad Royals Women’s Cricket Team
Kiran Navgire, Madhuri Aghav, Ayesha Shaikh, Sanjivani Pawar, Bhavika Ahire, Shravani Desai, Sneha Bhandare, Aishwarya Wagh, Pradnya Veerkar, Isha Pathare, Janhavi Veerkar, Roshni Parrdhi, Aaditi Gaikwad, Aaditi Waghmare, Yashoda Ghogare, Mehek Mulla, Ananya Chavan, Mihika Dingankar
Players to watch out:
Dnyanda Nikam
A dynamic lower-order batter, Nikam has showcased impressive stroke play and confidence in her shot selection. In her most recent outing, she smashed 19 off 12 balls with a strike rate of 158.33, showcasing her ability to play fluently. Her all-rounder ability to bowl and also agile in the field, makes her a dual asset.
Anushree Swami
Swami brings calmness and control to Ratnagiri’s bowling unit. Her ability to bowl disciplined spells makes her a true asset. In a recent outing against Solapur Smashers, she returned figures of 3/22 in 4 overs. Her temperament under pressure has helped the team recover from tough spots.
Shravani Desai
A promising top order batter, Shravani Desai has been one of Raigad’s most consistent performers. The front force provided a steady foundation in her last game with her 27 off 31 against Pune Warriors. Known for her timing and placement, she can accelerate with finesse and capability to anchor innings.
Pradnya Veerkar
A powerful striker and handy all-rounder, Pradnya is one of the key bowlers for Raigad. She can shift momentum quickly hitting tight lines and lengths. Her best spell came against Pune in their last encounter, picking up 1/13 in 2 overs.
Pitch:
The MCA wicket continues to offer a solid base for stroke-makers with its consistent bounce and hard surface. As the match progresses, spinners could take center stage with grip developing on the surface. Expect a contest where bowlers need to stay disciplined.
Weather:
Pune is witnessing a cooler day at 29°C, but ominous clouds loom overhead. With 74% humidity and a 45% chance of precipitation, heavy thunderstorms could interrupt play with stoppages or rain-curtailed contests.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Kiran Navgire, Shravani Desai, Dnyanda Nikam, Anushree Swami, Pradnya Veerkar, Bhavika Ahire, Shivali Shinde, Sanjivani Pawar, Tejaswini Batwal, Sneha Bhandare
Match details:
Date – June 12, 2025
Time – 2:00 PM IST
Venue – Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Grounds, Pune
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
