MI beat DC a day after losing to RCB in WPL 2026
The Mumbai Indians Women’s team bounced back from a disappointing loss to the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women on Friday, with a convincing 50-run victory over the Delhi Capitals Women on Saturday. The match, which was the third of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, saw MI post a competitive total of 195-4 in their 20 overs, before restricting DC to 145 all out.
The star of the show for MI was undoubtedly their captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, who smashed an unbeaten 74 off just 42 deliveries. Kaur’s innings was a masterclass in power-hitting, as she struck 7 fours and 3 sixes to take the DC bowlers to the cleaners. She was well-supported by Nat Sciver-Brunt, who chipped in with a valuable 70 off 46 balls.
The two batswomen laid the foundation for a big total, putting on a partnership of 114 runs for the third wicket. Their stand was built on a mix of aggressive strokeplay and clever rotation of the strike, as they took advantage of the DC bowlers’ inability to contain them.
After Sciver-Brunt’s dismissal, Kaur took center stage, smashing the DC bowlers all around the park. Her innings was a testament to her class and experience, as she took MI to a total of 195-4 in their 20 overs.
In reply, DC got off to a poor start, losing their opening batswomen, Jemimah Rodrigues and Laura Wolvaardt, inside the first 5 overs. The pair had added just 23 runs for the first wicket, and their dismissal left DC struggling to get back into the game.
The rest of the DC batting lineup failed to mount a significant challenge, as the MI bowlers took regular wickets to keep them in check. Nicola Carey and Amelia Kerr were the pick of the bowlers for MI, taking three wickets each to restrict DC to 145 all out.
The win was a much-needed one for MI, who had suffered a disappointing loss to RCB on Friday. The team had been outplayed in all departments, and had struggled to contain the RCB batswomen. However, they bounced back strongly on Saturday, with a dominant performance that showcased their skills and depth.
For DC, the loss was a setback, as they had been expected to challenge MI strongly. The team had been in good form coming into the match, but failed to deliver on the day. They will need to regroup and come back stronger in their next match, if they are to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs.
The WPL 2026 has been an exciting tournament so far, with all teams showing glimpses of their potential. The league has seen some high-scoring matches, as well as some close finishes, and has given fans a glimpse of the talent and skill that exists in women’s cricket.
As the tournament progresses, we can expect to see even more exciting matches, as the teams battle it out for a spot in the playoffs. The competition is expected to be fierce, with all teams looking to make a strong impression.
In the end, MI’s victory over DC was a testament to their strength and depth. The team had been written off after their loss to RCB, but bounced back strongly to prove their critics wrong. They will look to build on this momentum in their next match, as they seek to make a strong challenge for the title.
Match Details:
- Mumbai Indians Women: 195-4 in 20 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 74*, Nat Sciver-Brunt 70)
- Delhi Capitals Women: 145 all out in 19.4 overs (Nicola Carey 3-24, Amelia Kerr 3-26)
- Result: Mumbai Indians Women won by 50 runs
The WPL 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting tournament, with all teams showing their skills and depth. Fans can catch all the action live on television, or follow the matches online through various streaming platforms.
For more updates and news on the WPL 2026, fans can visit the official website of the tournament, or follow their favorite teams on social media.
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