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 exciting and unpredictable 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 being scored, GG managed to emerge victorious by a narrow margin of four runs. The match, which was played at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday, will be remembered for a long time, thanks to the incredible display of batting and bowling skills by both teams.
GG, who were put into bat by DC, got off to a flying start, thanks to a blistering innings by Sophie Devine. The New Zealand all-rounder, who is known for her aggressive batting style, smashed 95 runs off just 42 balls, including 11 fours and 5 sixes. Her innings was the highlight of the GG batting effort, and it helped her team post a competitive total of 209 runs in their 20 overs.
However, DC’s bowling effort was not without its highlights, as Nandini Sharma picked up five wickets to restrict GG’s scoring. Sharma, who is a young and talented bowler, showed great skill and composure to claim the wickets of some of GG’s top batsmen, including Devine. Her five-wicket haul was a testament to her growing reputation as one of the most promising bowlers in the WPL.
In reply, DC got off to a solid start, with their openers, Shafali Verma and Alice Capsey, putting on a partnership of 73 runs. However, GG’s bowling effort, led by Tanuja Kanwar, who picked up three wickets, kept DC’s scoring in check. Despite a late surge by DC’s middle order, which saw them require just five runs off the last ball to win the match, GG managed to hold their nerve and restrict DC to 205 runs.
The last ball of the match was bowled by Kanwar, who delivered a perfect yorker to DC’s batsman, Arundhati Reddy. Reddy, who was attempting to hit a six to win the match, was unable to make contact with the ball, and GG’s fielders were able to celebrate a thrilling victory.
The match was a testament to the growing competitiveness of the WPL, which has seen some of the most exciting and closely contested matches in recent times. The league, which features some of the best women’s cricket teams from around the world, has been a huge success, with fans flocking to watch the matches and follow the action online.
For GG, the win was a welcome boost to their campaign, which had gotten off to a slow start. The team, which is led by the experienced Beth Mooney, will be looking to build on this momentum and make a push for the playoffs.
On the other hand, DC will be disappointed to have come so close to winning the match, only to fall short. The team, which has a strong squad and a good balance of batting and bowling, will be looking to regroup and come back stronger in their next match.
In conclusion, the match between GG and DC was a thrilling encounter that will be remembered for a long time. The match, which saw a total of 414 runs being scored, was a testament to the excitement and unpredictability of the WPL. With the league still in its early stages, fans can expect many more thrilling matches in the days to come.
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