NEW DELHI: Harmanpreet Kaur‘s fluent half-century, coupled with an distinctive bowling efficiency, propelled Mumbai Indians to a nine-run victory over Gujarat Giants within the Girls’s Premier League (WPL) encounter on Monday.
This win strengthened Mumbai’s possibilities of securing a direct berth within the ultimate by ending on the prime of the standings.
After being requested to bat first, Harmanpreet showcased her class, scoring a blistering 54 off 33 deliveries, laced with 9 boundaries.
Her innings anchored Mumbai to a aggressive complete of 179/6. Nat Sciver-Brunt (38), Hayley Matthews (27), and Amanjot Kaur (27) additionally contributed with priceless knocks.
Within the chase, Gujarat Giants confronted a formidable problem from Mumbai’s bowling assault. Shabnim Ismail (2/17) and Amelia Kerr (3/34) led the cost, delivering distinctive performances. Regardless of a whirlwind 25-ball 61 by Bharti Fulmali, Mumbai managed to limit Gujarat Giants to 170, securing a nine-run victory.
With this win, Mumbai Indians joined Delhi Capitals at 10 factors however remained in second place attributable to a decrease internet run-rate. They are going to goal to seal their direct qualification to the ultimate by ending on the prime after they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru of their ultimate league match on Tuesday.
Gujarat Giants, who concluded their league stage with eight factors, should play the eliminator on Thursday in opposition to the second-place crew within the standings. Mumbai Indians maintained their dominance over Gujarat Giants, boasting a 5-0 file in opposition to them within the match’s transient historical past.
The match showcased the depth and resilience of Mumbai Indians, who overcame a spirited problem from Gujarat Giants to emerge victorious. Because the match progresses, each groups will look to construct on their performances and safe a spot within the ultimate.