• Mumbai Indians showcased their dominance in the Eliminator of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025.

  • MI registered a resounding 47-run victory over Gujarat Giants to book their place in the final.

Fans erupt as Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Giants to storm into WPL 2025 final
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Mumbai Indians showcased their dominance in the Eliminator of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025, securing a resounding 47-run victory over Gujarat Giants to book their place in the final. This victory marks Mumbai’s second appearance in a WPL final in three seasons, once again setting up a title clash with Delhi Capitals. The two teams had previously faced off in the inaugural WPL final in 2023, where Mumbai emerged victorious, and now Delhi will be aiming to avenge that loss and secure their maiden WPL title. Mumbai’s triumph in the eliminator was built on a brilliant batting display, complemented by a clinical bowling performance that left Gujarat struggling throughout the match.

Mumbai Indians’ batting firepower dismantles Gujarat Giants

Opting to field first after winning the toss, Gujarat hoped to restrict Mumbai to a manageable total, but Mumbai’s batters had other plans. Although Mumbai suffered an early setback, their middle order came to the rescue with a stunning display of aggressive batting. Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt took complete control, attacking the Gujarat bowlers with a flurry of boundaries and sixes. Matthews was in devastating form, finding gaps with ease and taking full advantage of the powerplay. Her knock set the platform for Mumbai to build a massive total. Sciver-Brunt played the perfect anchor, rotating the strike effectively while punishing loose deliveries. The duo ensured that Mumbai never lost momentum, consistently keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace. Their contributions powered Mumbai Indians to a mammoth 213/4 in 20 overs, the highest total in WPL 2025, putting Gujarat under immense pressure even before they came out to bat.

Gujarat Giants’ batting collapse seals their fate

Chasing a daunting target of 214 runs, Gujarat never looked comfortable at the crease as Mumbai’s disciplined bowling attack put them on the back foot from the very beginning. Phoebe Litchfield provided some resistance with a well-made 31 runs, but she found little support from her teammates as wickets continued to tumble at regular intervals. Bharti Phulmali also contributed 30 runs, but the rest of Gujarat’s batting lineup failed to deliver under pressure. Poor running between the wickets and reckless shot selection only added to Gujarat’s woes, and as the required run rate kept climbing, Mumbai’s bowlers capitalized on the mounting pressure. The middle order and lower order failed to put together any meaningful partnerships, and Gujarat were eventually bowled out for 166 runs in 19.2 overs, falling 47 runs short of the target and exiting the tournament in disappointing fashion.

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Mumbai’s bowlers dominate to seal victory

Mumbai’s bowling unit executed their plans to perfection, ensuring Gujarat never had a chance to settle into the chase. Matthews and Amelia Kerr were the standout performers with the ball, both picking up two wickets each and dismantling Gujarat’s top order early in the innings. Sciver-Brunt and Shabnim Ismail also played their part, chipping in with one wicket each, further tightening Mumbai’s grip on the match. The bowlers maintained impeccable line and length, making it difficult for Gujarat to find boundaries, while the fielders backed them up with exceptional energy and sharp reflexes. Mumbai’s relentless pressure left Gujarat with no room to recover, and their disciplined bowling effort ensured that they comfortably defended their total to book their place in the final.

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