RCB-W vs GG-W Dream11 Prediction (WPL, Match 9), in Mumbai, January 16, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report

RCB-W vs GG-W Dream11 Prediction: Gujarat Giants Women and Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women will clash in Match 9 of Women’s Premier League 2026. The exciting fixture takes place at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai, on January 16, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST. Looking for the best RCB-W vs GG-W Dream11 prediction? Explore fantasy cricket tips, match preview, expert analysis, and probable playing XI.

RCB-W vs GG-W Match Details

RCB-W vs GG-W Match Preview & Recent Records

In the Women’s Premier League 2026 points table, Gujarat Giants Women are currently placed at No. 3 after 3 matches, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women sit at No. 1, having played 2 games so far. The complete updated points table for this competition is given below:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Team News & Recent Form

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Win / Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women won by 9 wickets against RCB-W vs UPW-W. In that match, Grace Harris played a brilliant knock, scoring 85 runs in 40 balls, while Smriti Mandhana added 47 runs off 32 balls. On the bowling side, Shreyanka Patil and Nadine de Klerk picked up 2 and 2 wickets respectively.

Grace Harris and Smriti Mandhana are expected to open the innings, while Richa Ghosh will follow them at no.3 for RCB-W.

Richa Ghosh (WK) and Nadine de Klerk will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings. De Klerk has been a standout all-rounder this season, contributing significantly with both bat and ball in the absence of Ellyse Perry.

Lauren Bell and Linsey Smith are expected to share the new ball and look for early wickets.

Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy and Nadine de Klerk will provide control through the middle phases of the innings.

Gujarat Giants Women Team News & Recent Form

Gujarat Giants Women Loss / Mumbai Indians Women won by 7 wickets against MI-W vs GG-W. In that match, Georgia Wareham delivered a solid performance, scoring 43 runs in 33 balls, while Bharati Fulmali added 36 runs off 15 balls. On the bowling side, Renuka Thakur and Kashvee Gautam picked up 1 and 1 wickets respectively.

Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine are expected to open the innings, while Kanika Ahuja will follow them at no.3 for GG-W.

Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham and Ayushi Soni will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.

Bharati Fulmali will provide finishing firepower in the lower middle order.

Renuka Thakur and Kashvee Gautam are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.

Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Sophie Devine and Georgia Wareham will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.

Ashleigh Gardner and Tanuja Kanwar can also be effective as additional bowling options.

Head-to-Head Records

RCB-W vs GG-W Expected Playing XI & IN-form Players

IN-form Players For Gujarat Giants Women

• Top Batters: Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner
• Top Bowlers: Sophie Devine, Renuka Thakur

IN-form Players For Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women

• Top Batters: Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana
• Top Bowlers: Nadine de Klerk, Shreyanka Patil

RCB-W vs GG-W Pitch Report & Weather Update for Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai

Pitch Report – The pitch conditions here at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy traditionally WOMEN T20 reads as flat, quick deck, pacy track with bounce, with grip and turn later on.

Live Weather Update – Currently Haze. Clear skies favour clean stroke-making in the powerplay.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Gujarat Giants Women Player Stats & Record 2026

RCB-W vs GG-W 9th T20 Dream11 Prediction Today’s Match 2026

Gujarat Giants Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Captain/Vice-Captain Tips

For Small League

Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner, Grace Harris, and Smriti Mandhana will be good options.

For Grand League

Players like Sophie Devine, Renuka Thakur, Nadine de Klerk, and Shreyanka Patil will be good differential picks.

FAQ – RCB-W vs GG-W Quick Summaries

Which are the Key Players For Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W)?

Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana, Nadine de Klerk, and Shreyanka Patil will be the key players for Team RCB-W.

Which are the Key Players For Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W)?

Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner, and Renuka Thakur will be the key players for Team GG-W.

What’s the pitch report for Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai?

The DY Patil pitch is a batting paradise with true bounce and a lightning-fast outfield. While pacers get an initial swing, dew in evening matches makes chasing significantly easier for batters.

Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s RCB-W vs GG-W match?

Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner, Grace Harris, and Smriti Mandhana will be good options for C/VC.

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