Bell's 12 wickets and leading dot‑ball tally drive RCB to final – She has taken 12 wickets at a 5.62 economy, bowled 116 dot balls (19.2 overs) in eight matches, the most in the tournament, helping RCB reach its second final in four years. [1]
Action overhaul after 2023 Ashes added lethal outswinger – After the 2023 Ashes, Bell remodified her bowling action to become more upright, converting her primary inswinger into a potent outswinger, now a key weapon noted by RCB bowling coach Anya Shrubsole. [1]
Opening spell on Jan 9 dismissed Amelia Kerr, setting tone – In RCB’s first game on Jan 9 against Mumbai Indians, Bell opened the bowling and reduced New Zealand all‑rounder Amelia Kerr to four runs off 15 balls, establishing early pressure. [1]
January 17 wicket of Laura Wolvaardt highlighted strategic planning – Against Delhi Capitals on Jan 17, Bell executed a pre‑planned move to swing the ball back into South African batter Laura Wolvaardt, resulting in a decisive wicket she cites as her favourite of the season. [1]
PowerPlay reliance and captain‑bowler synergy boost RCB strategy – RCB deploys Bell for three overs in the PowerPlay and brings her back later to break partnerships; her prior teammate relationship with captain Smriti Mandhana from The Hundred fosters seamless on‑field coordination. [1]
RCB secured Bell in 2026 auction after Warriorz passed – After being unused by UP Warriorz in 2023, Bell was bought early in the 2026 WPL auction by RCB, with coach Anya Shrubsole confirming the side’s desire for a strong opening bowler. [1]