On January 26, 2026, the Women’s Premier League (WPL) witnessed a landmark moment that will be etched in cricketing history forever. Nat Sciver-Brunt, the linchpin of the Mumbai Indians (MI) batting lineup, became the first player to score a century in the history of the WPL.
Achieving this feat during Match No. 16 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, Sciver-Brunt reached the triple-digit mark in just 57 balls. Her masterful innings was a masterclass in controlled aggression, featuring 16 boundaries and a towering six. This historic knock propelled Mumbai Indians to a formidable total of 199/3, effectively batting RCB out of the game.
A Milestone For The League’s Most Consistent Performer
It is perhaps only fitting that the first-ever WPL century came from Sciver-Brunt’s bat. As the tournament’s all-time leading run-scorer, surpassing the 1,200-run mark during this very innings, she has been the cornerstone of MI’s success across four seasons. Entering this match, she had already equaled the record for the most half-centuries (11), and converting one into a hundred felt like an inevitable progression of her dominance.
Impact on the Match
Before Sciver-Brunt took charge, MI had faced early jitters in previous matches, but her presence at the crease provided the stability and flair needed for a massive total. By reaching her hundred in the final over, she provided the perfect finish to the innings, leaving the Vadodara crowd in awe of her “Nat-meg” flicks and powerful drives.
This performance not only secures her legacy as a WPL legend but also keeps Mumbai Indians as the team to beat in the 2026 season as they aim for their third title.
