WPL: Nat Sciver-Brunt whacks first century in Women’s Premier League history as Mumbai Indians beat RCB

Nat Sciver-Brunt hit the first century in Women’s Premier League history as she helped Mumbai Indians earn a 15-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

England captain Brunt plundered 16 fours and a six in a 57-ball innings as she helped MI post 199-4 from their 20 overs, while international team-mate Lauren Bell claimed 2-21 for RCB.

Mumbai then restricted RCB to 184-9 despite a 50-ball 90 from Richa Ghosh as Hayley Matthews, who earlier hit 56, finished the pick of the bowlers with 3-10.

All-rounder Sciver-Brunt’s knock eclipsed the WPL’s previous highest scores of 99 not out and 99 by Georgia Voll and Sophie Devine respectively.

“It was a special moment to get that milestone but, more importantly, the runs on the board for the team,” said 33-year-old Sciver-Brunt.

“I was just reacting to the balls that were given to me. Tactically, some bowlers might be more of your strength than others. Some bowlers might be on fire that day, so may be better to try scoring against the others.”

Sciver-Brunt is the one of the WPL’s best-paid players, earning between £320,000–£330,000 having been with Mumbai since the tournament’s first season in 2023.