GG beat DC on last ball in 414-run thriller
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 has been living up to its promise of delivering high-octane matches, and the latest encounter between Gujarat Giants (GG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) was no exception. In a thrilling match that saw a total of 414 runs, GG emerged victorious by a narrow margin of four runs, defeating DC in a nail-biting finish on the last ball of the match in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.
The match began with GG winning the toss and opting to bat first. The decision proved to be a good one, as the team’s opening batswoman, Sophie Devine, came out all guns blazing. Devine, known for her aggressive batting style, did not disappoint, smashing a blistering 95 off just 42 deliveries. Her knock was laced with 12 fours and 3 sixes, setting the tone for a high-scoring match.
However, the GG innings was not without its ups and downs. The team suffered a few setbacks, losing wickets at regular intervals, but Devine’s presence at the crease ensured that the scoring rate never dipped. She was well-supported by the middle order, which chipped in with useful contributions to help GG post a competitive total of 209 in their 20 overs.
The DC bowling attack, led by Nandini Sharma, put up a spirited performance, with Sharma being the pick of the bowlers. She picked up an impressive five wickets, conceding just 35 runs in her four overs. Her spell was instrumental in keeping the GG total in check, and DC would have been confident of chasing down the target.
The DC innings got off to a flying start, with the openers taking the attack to the GG bowlers. The team’s run-chase was built around a few key partnerships, with the batswomen playing some innovative shots to keep the scoreboard ticking. However, the GG bowlers stuck to their task, picking up wickets at regular intervals to keep the pressure on DC.
As the match entered its final stages, DC required just five runs off the last over to win the match. The equation was simple: score five runs off six deliveries, and the match was theirs. However, the GG bowlers had other plans. They bowled a series of dot balls, coupled with a few singles, to keep the DC batswomen under pressure.
In the end, it all came down to the last ball of the match. DC needed five runs to win, but the GG bowler had other plans. The ball was bowled, and the DC batswoman attempted a big hit to clear the boundary. Unfortunately for her, the ball did not quite come off the bat as she would have liked, and the fielder in the deep picked up the ball to throw it back to the keeper.
The keeper, sensing an opportunity, whipped off the bails in a flash, and the umpire signaled a run-out. The DC batswoman was left stranded, and the GG team erupted in joy, knowing that they had won the match by a narrow margin of four runs.
The win was a testament to the GG team’s never-say-die attitude, and their ability to stay focused under pressure. The team’s bowlers, who had been taken to the cleaners by the DC batswomen, showed great resilience to pick up wickets at crucial junctures and restrict the opposition to a total that was just out of their reach.
For DC, the loss would be a tough pill to swallow. The team had played some excellent cricket throughout the match, but ultimately fell short due to a few moments of madness. The team’s batswomen had shown great promise, but would need to work on their ability to finish off matches under pressure.
As the WPL 2026 continues to throw up thrilling matches, one thing is certain: the tournament is going to be a closely contested one, with each team pushing the others to their limits. The GG vs DC match was a prime example of this, and fans would be eagerly looking forward to the next set of matches to see which team emerges victorious.
In conclusion, the GG vs DC match was a thrilling encounter that saw a total of 414 runs being scored. The match was a testament to the skill and determination of the players, and the never-say-die attitude of the teams. As the WPL 2026 continues to unfold, fans can expect more such thrilling matches, and the tournament is shaping up to be one of the most exciting ones in recent memory.
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