In a groundbreaking moment for women’s cricket, Nat Sciver-Brunt has become the first player to score a century in the Tata Women’s Premier League (WPL). This historic achievement occurred during a thrilling match on Monday at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium.
Nat Sciver-Brunt’s Remarkable Innings
Sciver-Brunt secured an impressive 100 runs not out from 57 balls, featuring 16 fours and a six. Her performance was crucial in guiding the Mumbai Indians to a formidable total of 199 for 4 against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Key Performances
- Sciver-Brunt entered the game at a crucial moment, with Mumbai at 16 for 1.
- She formed a significant partnership of 129 runs with Hayley Matthews, who scored 56 runs.
- Sciver-Brunt achieved her century with a single in the last over, surpassing the previous WPL high score of 99.
Previous Record Holders
The previous record for the highest individual score in the WPL was jointly held by Georgia Voll and Sophie Devine. Voll scored her unbeaten 99 against UPW Women in March 2025, while Devine secured her 99 from just 36 balls during the league’s inaugural season in 2023.
Sciver-Brunt’s Reflections
“I saw a few players get out in the 90s, so I didn’t want to mimic that,” Sciver-Brunt commented following her innings. “I aimed to contribute as many runs as possible for the team and was thrilled we reached that total. This is my first T20 century, and I hope it won’t be the last!”
Game Summary
Despite RCB’s efforts to chase the target, they found themselves in a difficult position at 35 for 5. However, Richa Ghosh played a valiant knock, scoring 90 runs off 49 balls with 10 fours and 6 sixes. Ultimately, RCB finished at 184 for 9, falling short of the target by 15 runs.
This match not only highlighted Sciver-Brunt’s historic achievement but also showcased the competitive spirit of the Tata Women’s Premier League.
The Tata Women’s Premier League continues to gain momentum, attracting attention for the thrilling performances from its players, as seen in this remarkable match.
