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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is right around the corner. The exciting tournament brings about the best of the players on display leading to an exciting contest between the bat and the bowl. While the league is known for explosive batting, the kind of bowling performances is equally thrilling for the cricketing world. In the light of the scintillating bowling performances here is a list of the lowest totals in WPL history.
A thrilling contest between 5 teams
The exciting contest between 5 teams will determine the winner of WPL this year. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the WPL title last year with an enthralling performance throughout the season. Several key players of the game around the globe are expected to feature for their respective franchise and strive to win the coveted title. The opening match of the upcoming season will be played between Gujarat Giants and RCB at the Kotambi Stadium with the finals to be played at the Brabourne Stadium on March 15.
5 lowest totals in WPL history
1. Gujarat Giants (64 all out vs Mumbai Indians):
The lowest total of the WPL history was recorded by Giants in the opening match of the 2023 WPL season at DY Patil Stadium. Mumbai Indians dominated Gujarat Giants in a thrilling encounter. Indians posted an impressive total of 207/5, showcasing their batting prowess. In response, Giants struggled to chase down the target, managing only 64 runs in 15.1 overs. Despite some valiant efforts, GG Women couldn’t make any significant breakthroughs, allowing MI to take full control of the match. With the target set at 208, Giants were bowled out well short, succumbing to a crushing 143-run defeat.
2. Gujarat Giants (105/9 vs Delhi Capitals):
The second lowest total of the league was also recorded by Giants against Delhi Capitals in the 9th match of the previous season at DY Patil Stadium. Capitals Women delivered a commanding performance to defeat Giants Women by 10 wickets. Giants struggled with the bat, posting a total of just 105/9 in their 20 overs. In reply, Capitals Women chased down the target with ease, reaching 107/0 in just 7.1 overs, with 77 balls to spare. Marizanne Kapp was the standout performer, taking an impressive 5/15 to dismantle the Gujarat Giants’ batting line-up. Her brilliant bowling display earned her the Player of the Match award.
3. Delhi Capitals (105 all out vs Mumbai Indians):
During the previous season’s epic encounter between Indians and Capitals, Indians claimed an impressive victory over Capitals, chasing down the target of 106 with ease. Capitals, having batted first, posted a modest total of 105 runs- the 3rd lowest in WPL history. The standout performer of the match was Saika Ishaque for Indians who delivered a brilliant bowling performance, taking 3 wickets for just 13 runs.
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4. Gujarat Giants (107/9 vs Mumbai Indians):
In the 12th match of the Women’s Premier League 2023 season, Indians triumphed over Giants Women by 55 runs. MI Women set a competitive total of 162/8 in their 20 overs, with several key contributions in the middle order. Giants, in reply, struggled throughout their innings, finishing at 107/9, well short of the target. Despite some fightback, they were unable to chase down the required 163 runs. MI Women’s bowlers applied consistent pressure, restricting GG batters and picking up crucial wickets. Mumbai’s all-round performance played a pivotal role in their comprehensive victory.
5. Gujarat Giants (107/7 vs RCB Women):
In the 5th match of the WPL last season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to an easy 8-wicket victory over Giants. Batting first, Giants could only manage a total of 107/7 in their 20 overs, struggling to build partnerships against a disciplined RCB bowling attack. Renuka Singh was the standout performer, taking remarkable figures of 2/1, showcasing her exceptional bowling skills and earning the Player of the Match award. In response, RCB Women chased down the target with ease, reaching 110/2 in just 12.3 overs, with 45 balls to spare. The dominant performance from RCB’s bowlers and their swift chase left little room for Giants to recover.
