Vadodara, Feb. 15 -- Former India cricketer Mithali Raj showered praise on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting all-rounder Ellyse Perry for her "truly commendable" commitment against Gujarat Giants (GG).

A half-century by Ellyse Perry and audacious ball-striking in death overs by half-centurion Richa Ghosh and Kanika Ahuja helped defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) kickstart their Women's Premier League (WPL) campaign with a massive six-wicket win in Vadodara on Friday.

Speaking on JioHotstar, Mithali Raj pointed out how Perry didn't bowl since she is not fully fit after a hip injury. The former cricketer praised Perry for guiding Raghvi Bist, who was playing her first WPL game.

"Ellyse Perry's commitment is tru...