History takes center stage as the inaugural edition of the Madhya Pradesh Women’s League 2025 kicks off with an exciting clash between Bhopal Wolves and Bundelkhand Bulls at the iconic Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium on June 19. With a mix of seasoned domestic stars and rising young talent, this contest promises to set the tone for a groundbreaking women’s cricket competition.
Squads:
Bhopal Wolves Women’s Cricket Team
Sanskriti Gupta, Nikita Singh, Kranti Goud, Kalyani Jadhav, Priyanka Koushal, Kanishka Thakur, Naini Rajput, Jiya Ethwa, Hanshikha Kirar, Mahi Thakur, Suhani Sharma, Muskan Mishra, Vanshika Prajapati, Aniksha Choudhary, Nitya Tiwari
Bundelkhand Bulls Women’s Cricket Team
Anushka Sharma, Vaishnavi Sharma, Aayushi Shukla, Rahila Firdous, Ananya Dubey, Khyati Shukla, Yamini Billore, Soniya Singh, Reena Yadav, Tamanna Choudhary, Muskan Yogi, Muskan Biswas, Dipti Singh, Honey Yadav, Anshula Rao
Players to watch out:
Sanskriti Gupta
The all-rounder has impressed in the 2025 WPL, debuting for Mumbai Indians and grabbing 4 wickets at an average of 14.00, with best bowling figures of 2/11 against UP Warriorz, from 6 innings. Her ability to provide key breakthroughs make her a key aspect of the side.
Kranti Goud
The emerging pace bowler has also featured in the Women’s Premier League. She also made her India debut in the Tri-Series Final against Sri Lanka in Colombo in May 2025. Kranti picked up 6 wickets, with a best bowling figure of 4/25, from eight outings.
Aayushi Shukla
A talented batting and bowling sensation making waves with her skills. She was exceptional in the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025, picking up 4/8 in 3 overs against Scotland and 2/9 against South Africa. She finished as the 2nd highest wicket-taker, with 14 scalps in 7 outings.
Vaishnavi Sharma
Vaishanvi was incredible at the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025. The emerging talent bagged 17 wickets, recorded a sensational 5/5 against Malaysia including a hat-trick. Her bowling figures were exceptional, producing a 3/5 against Scotland, and 2/23 against South Africa.
Pitch:
The wicket is known to be flat and aids both batters and bowlers alike. Batters early on can play through the line with confidence. However, as the game progresses, it assists spinners, bringing balance into the contest.
Weather:
Conditions remain on edge with a heavy rain prediction looming over match day. The temperature hovers around 27°C, but it’s the 85% chance of precipitation and 83% humidity that raises concerns.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sanskriti Gupta, Kranti Goud, Nikita Singh, Kalyani Jadhav, Priyanka Koushal, Kanishka Thakur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Suhani Sharma, Naini Rajput, Hanshikha Kirar, Muskan Mishra
Match Details:
Date – June 19, 2025
Time – 11:00 AM IST
Venue – Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
