The Women’s Premier League 2026 heads back to Vadodara as Gujarat Giants Women lock horns with the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women in Match 12 on Monday, January 19.
The contest will be played at the BCA Stadium, a venue that has heavily favoured chasing teams in recent WPL seasons. With both sides in strong form, another high-quality clash is expected.
Below is The Betting Professionals’ (TBP) expert preview, including match details, team form, head-to-head stats, pitch report, betting odds, and match prediction.
GG-W vs RCB-W – Match Details (WPL 2026)
Match | Gujarat Giants Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women |
Match No. | 12th Match |
Format | T20 |
Date | 19 January 2026 |
Time | 7:30 PM IST |
Venue | BCA Stadium, Vadodara |
Series | Women’s Premier League 2026 |
Match Preview: Gujarat Giants Women vs RCB Women
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women sit comfortably at the top of the table, while Gujarat Giants Women are pushing hard to cement their playoff position. The two sides met earlier this season, with RCB-W securing a 32-run victory, giving them a psychological edge heading into this rematch.
Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W) Preview
Gujarat Giants Women are currently 3rd on the WPL 2026 points table, with two wins and two losses so far. Despite their inconsistency, they remain one of the more competitive units in the league.
All-rounder Sophie Devine has been the standout performer:
Top run-scorer: 149 runs
Leading wicket-taker: 8 wickets
However, GG-W will be eager to bounce back after their defeat against RCB-W, where they fell short by 32 runs despite some late fireworks.
Gujarat Giants Women Predicted Playing XI
Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Ayushi Soni, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W) Preview
The defending champions have been clinical in WPL 2026 so far. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women currently top the standings with four wins from four matches, underlining their dominance.
Top run-scorer: Smriti Mandhana (166 runs)
Top wicket-taker: Lauren Bell (8 wickets)
RCB-W come into this match after a commanding 8-wicket win over Delhi Capitals Women, where Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll steered a comfortable chase.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Predicted Playing XI
Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (C), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Richa Ghosh (WK), Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell
GG-W vs RCB-W Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry has been competitive in the WPL so far.
Matches Played: 7
RCB Women Wins: 4
Gujarat Giants Women Wins: 3
📊 Slight edge: RCB Women
Pitch Report – BCA Stadium, Vadodara
The Vadodara surface has proven to be excellent for batting, particularly in the second innings.
All six WPL 2025 matches here were won by chasing teams
Pacers enjoy assistance under lights
Dew reduces effectiveness of spinners
📌 Toss likely to play a key role
GG-W vs RCB-W Betting Odds – WPL 2026
According to the latest 1xBet odds:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women to Win: 1.80
Gujarat Giants Women to Win: 2.03
📈 Favourites: RCB Women
GG-W vs RCB-W Match Prediction – TBP Expert Verdict
If RCB-W bowl first:Gujarat Giants Women could score 50–60 runs in the powerplay, with a total in the 175–190 range.
If GG-W bowl first:Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women may start stronger at 55–65 runs in the powerplay, pushing their total to 185–200.
Given current form, depth, and momentum:
TBP Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women to Win
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