GG jump to 2nd on WPL 2026 points table after last-ball thriller vs DC
The Gujarat Giants (GG) have jumped to second place on the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 points table after a thrilling three-run victory over the Delhi Capitals (DC) in Vadodara on Tuesday. The match, which went down to the wire, saw GG post a competitive total of 174-9 in their 20 overs, with Beth Mooney top-scoring with 58(46). In reply, DC, who needed four runs on the last ball to win, were restricted to 171-8, with Sophie Devine claiming four wickets to seal the win for GG.
The match began with GG winning the toss and choosing to bat first. The decision seemed to pay off, as Mooney and her opening partner, Sabbhineni Meghana, got off to a solid start. The two batters put on 44 runs for the first wicket, before Meghana was dismissed for 17(15). Mooney, however, continued to bat steadily, bringing up her half-century in 39 balls. She was eventually dismissed for 58(46), but not before laying a solid foundation for the rest of the GG batters.
The middle order, however, failed to capitalize on the start provided by Mooney, as wickets fell at regular intervals. GG lost four wickets in the space of 10 runs, with the score reading 114-5 in the 16th over. It was then that the lower order, led by Ashwani Kumari, began to rebuild the innings. Kumari, who came in at number seven, scored a quickfire 24(15), taking the score to 174-9 in 20 overs.
DC, in reply, got off to a disastrous start, losing two wickets in the first over itself. The batters, however, recovered well, with Alice Capsey and Jemimah Rodrigues putting on 44 runs for the third wicket. Capsey, who was looking good for a big score, was dismissed for 24(20), but Rodrigues continued to bat steadily. She was eventually dismissed for 42(34), but not before taking DC to within touching distance of the target.
The match, however, was far from over, as DC still needed 24 runs in the last two overs. The batters, however, failed to capitalize on the good work done by the top order, as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. In the end, DC were left needing four runs on the last ball to win, but were restricted to just one run, as GG sealed a thrilling three-run victory.
The win takes GG to second place on the WPL 2026 points table, with eight points from six matches. The team will be looking to build on this momentum, as they take on the Mumbai Indians in their next match. DC, on the other hand, will be looking to regroup and come back stronger, as they take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The match was a testament to the exciting brand of cricket that the WPL has to offer. The tournament, which is in its second season, has already seen some thrilling matches, and this one was no exception. The crowd, which was present in large numbers, was treated to a real spectacle, as the two teams battled it out for victory.
In the end, it was GG who emerged victorious, thanks to a combination of good batting and bowling. Mooney, who top-scored with 58(46), was the standout performer with the bat, while Devine, who claimed four wickets, was the pick of the bowlers. The win will give GG a lot of confidence, as they look to build on this momentum and make a push for the playoffs.
The WPL 2026 has been a resounding success so far, with some exciting matches and outstanding performances from the players. The tournament, which features some of the best women cricketers from around the world, has been a great platform for the players to showcase their skills. The matches have been competitive and thrilling, with some nail-biting finishes.
As the tournament continues, fans can expect more exciting matches and thrilling finishes. The teams will be looking to give it their all, as they battle it out for a place in the playoffs. The WPL 2026 has been a great success so far, and it will be interesting to see how the rest of the tournament unfolds.
In conclusion, the match between GG and DC was a thrilling encounter, with GG emerging victorious by three runs. The win takes GG to second place on the points table, and they will be looking to build on this momentum as they take on the Mumbai Indians in their next match. The WPL 2026 has been a resounding success so far, and fans can expect more exciting matches and thrilling finishes as the tournament continues.
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