Test Match Special No Balls: 50 Shades of Grace Harris
Jan 15, 2026
Grace Harris, an Australian international cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star, shares insights on her thrilling experiences in the WPL. She reveals the electric atmosphere of RCB's fanbase and the team's quirky karaoke celebrations. Grace discusses her batting partnership with Smriti Mandhana and the importance of tactical flexibility in her roles. Plus, she reflects on the team dynamics and the impending void of Alyssa Healy's retirement, emphasizing its significance for Australia's future prospects. Tune in for a fun segment of '50 Shades of Grace'!
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Unexpected RCB Fandom
- Grace describes arriving at RCB and being surprised by intense fan attention, including late-night deliveries and gifts.
- She recounts a burger being knocked on her door at 2 a.m. that she hadn't ordered.
Franchise Culture Shapes Play
- Grace highlights how different franchise cultures shape player experience, contrasting new UP with bigger RCB fan intensity.
- She notes short boundaries and strong bowling line-ups change batting approach in the WPL.
Batting With Smriti Mandhana
- Grace tells how she began opening with Smriti Mandhana and discovered Mandhana's quiet, introverted personality.
- She jokes about talking constantly while Mandhana often doesn't respond but performs with consistency.