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The curtains fell on the highly anticipated Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 with an exhilarating conclusion as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) seized the coveted championship title, triumphing over the formidable Delhi Capitals in a gripping final, thus etching their name into the annals of sporting history. The tournament, characterized by its electrifying action and numerous standout performances, undeniably stood out as a resounding success, leaving fans enthralled from start to finish.
While the WPL boasted an array of remarkable batting showcases, it was the prowess of the bowlers that truly captured the spotlight, leaving spectators spellbound with their skill and precision. Amidst the seasoned veterans who orchestrated iconic feats, a new generation of talent emerged, seizing the opportunity to shine on the grand stage. The dominance exhibited by eventual champions RCB’s bowling unit was palpable throughout the tournament, asserting their authority at every juncture of the competition.
Notably, Shreyanka Pail of RCB clinched the prestigious purple cap for her outstanding performance, emerging as the leading wicket-taker of the tournament. At the same time, it was also the indomitable Ellyse Perry who etched her name in the annals of the league’s history with her record-breaking bowling figures, solidifying her status as a legendary figure.
Most wickets in WPL 2024
1. Shreyanka Patil (RCB)
Matches: 8 | Wickets: 13 | BBI: 4/12 | Economy: 7.30
2. Shobana Asha (RCB)
Matches: 10 | Wickets: 12 | BBI: 5/22 | Economy: 7.12
3. Sophie Molineux (RCB)
Matches: 10 | Wickets: 12 | BBI: 3/20 | Economy: 7.32
4. Marizanne Kapp (DC)
Matches: 7 | Wickets: 11 | BBI: 3/5 | Economy: 6.27
5. Sophie Ecclestone (UPW)
Matches: 8 | Wickets: 11 | BBI: 3/20 | Economy: 6.57
Best bowling economy in WPL 2024
1. Alice Capsey (DC)
Matches: 9 | Economy: 6.13
2. Shabnim Ismail (MI)
Matches: 7 | Economy: 6.18
3. Marizanne Kapp (DC)
Matches: 7 | Economy: 6.29
4. Sophie Ecclestone (UPW)
Matches: 8 | Economy: 6.57
5. Ellyse Perry (RCB)
Matches: 9 | Economy: 6.81
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Best bowling figures in WPL 2024
1. Ellyse Perry (RCB)
Matches: 8 | BBI: 6/15
2. Shobhana Asha (RCB)
Matches: 10 | BBI: 5/22
3. Shreyanka Patil (RCB)
Matches: 8 | BBI: 4/12
4. Amelia Kerr (MI)
Matches: 9| BBI: 4/17
5. Deepti Sharma (UPW)
Matches: 8 | BBI: 4/19
Most maiden in WPL 2024
1. Marizanne Kapp (DC)
Matches: 7| Maidens: 2
2. Meghna Singh (GG)
Matches: 8| Maidens: 1
3. Shabnim Ismail (MI)
Matches: 7| Maidens: 1
4. Tanuja Kanwar (GG)
Matches: 8| Maidens: 1
5. Shikha Pandey (DC)
Matches: 9| Maidens: 1
Best bowling average in WPL 2024
1. Sajeevan Sajana (MI)
Matches: 8 | Bowling average: 11.50
2. Shreyanka Patil (RCB)
Matches: 8 | Bowling average: 12.08
3. Alice Capsey (DC)
Matches: 9 | Bowling average: 12.25
4. Shobhana Asha (RCB)
Matches: 10 | Bowling average 15.42
5. Ellyse Perry (RCB)
Matches: 8 | Bowling average: 15.57
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
