• Gujarat Giants registered a nail-biting five-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025.

  • Harleen Deol was named Player of the Match for her excellent innings of 70 runs.

WPL 2025: Fans go wild as Harleen Deol guides Gujarat Giants to a nail-biting win over Delhi Capitals
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Gujarat Giants registered a nail-biting five-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025. After winning the toss, Gujarat opted to field first, allowing Delhi to set the pace with the bat. Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma provided a strong foundation with an aggressive opening partnership. However, Gujarat’s bowlers made a strong comeback in the middle overs, restricting Delhi to 177/5. In response, Gujarat chased down the target in a tense finish, with Harleen Deol playing a match-winning knock. The game saw momentum shift multiple times, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Ultimately, Gujarat secured victory with three balls to spare, capping off an unforgettable contest.

Meg Lanning’s blazing 92 sets up competitive total for Delhi Capitals

Delhi started their innings on a fiery note as Lanning and Shafali took charge with an 83-run opening stand. Shafali’s quickfire 40 off 27 balls set the tempo, but her dismissal triggered a collapse. The middle order, including Jess Jonassen, Jemimah Rodrigues and Annabel Sutherland, failed to make an impact. However, Lanning held her ground, smashing 92 off just 57 balls, including 15 fours and a six. She fell agonizingly short of a century, but her knock ensured Delhi reached a strong total of 177/5 in their 20 overs, leaving Gujarat with a challenging chase.

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Harleen Deol’s grit and Kashvee Gautam’s six seal the victory

Gujarat’s chase was anything but smooth, as they lost wickets at crucial moments. Beth Mooney anchored the innings with a steady 44, while Deandra Dottin’s explosive 24 off 10 balls gave the Giants much-needed momentum. Despite the pressure, Harleen remained composed, crafting an unbeaten 70-run innings that kept Gujarat in the hunt. The equation came down to seven runs off the final over when Kashvee Gautam smashed a crucial six, shifting the balance in Gujarat’s favor. With three balls to spare, Gujarat completed the chase, securing a much-celebrated victory over Delhi.

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