Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Smriti Mandhana acknowledged that star all-rounder Ellyse Perry's absence from the Women's Premier League (WPL) season is significant, stating no one can replace her. However, Mandhana highlighted that younger players have learned valuable work ethic from Perry and possess the quality to perform well. RCB faces defending champions Mumbai Indians in their opening match, with Sayali Sathgare replacing Perry.