Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Giants by nine runs in a Women’s Premier League match in Mumbai. Harmanpreet Kaur played a crucial innings, scoring 54 runs off 33 balls, which helped Mumbai Indians reach a total of 179 for 6 after being asked to bat first.
Gujarat Giants were bowled out for 170 in 20 overs in response. Despite a rapid 61 runs from 25 balls by Bharti Fulmali, Gujarat Giants couldn’t chase down the target. Mumbai’s bowlers performed exceptionally, with Shabnim Ismail taking 2 wickets for 17 runs and Amelia Kerr claiming 3 wickets for 34 runs.
With this victory, Mumbai Indians have the same points as Delhi Capitals, totaling 10 points. However, Mumbai is currently second due to a slightly lower net run rate. Mumbai Indians will play against Royal Challengers Bangalore in their last league match.
Gujarat Giants have finished their league matches with eight points and will now compete in the eliminator match against the second-placed team.
Mumbai Indians have a strong record against Gujarat Giants in the WPL, maintaining their dominance with a 5-0 record. Gujarat Giants entered this match after winning their previous three games.
In Gujarat’s innings, Harleen Deol (24) and Phoebe Litchfield (22) provided a good start, but Gujarat lost wickets consistently and were at 70 for 5 in the 11th over.
Bharti Fulmali’s aggressive innings gave Gujarat Giants a chance, but ultimately, they fell short. Apart from Harmanpreet Kaur, for Mumbai Indians, Hayley Matthews (27), Nat Sciver-Brunt (38), and Amanjot Kaur (27) also contributed with quick runs.
