GG jump to 2nd on WPL 2026 points table after last-ball thriller vs DC
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 has been treating fans to some thrilling matches, and the latest encounter between Gujarat Giants (GG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) was no exception. In a nail-biting finish, GG emerged victorious by three runs, leapfrogging to second place on the points table. The match, played at the Reliance Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday, saw some exceptional performances from both teams, but in the end, GG’s bowlers held their nerve to secure a thrilling win.
GG, who were put in to bat first, got off to a solid start with their openers, Beth Mooney and Sabbhineni Meghana, laying a strong foundation. Mooney, in particular, was in impressive form, scoring 58 runs off 46 balls, including seven fours and a six. Her innings was a perfect blend of caution and aggression, as she took on the DC bowlers with ease. Meghana, on the other hand, played a supporting role, scoring 24 runs off 22 balls before being dismissed by DC’s Marizanne Kapp.
The middle order of GG, however, struggled to capitalize on the good start, as they lost wickets at regular intervals. DC’s bowlers, led by Kapp and Sophie Ecclestone, bowled with discipline and precision, making it difficult for the GG batsmen to score freely. As a result, GG were restricted to 174-9 in their 20 overs, a total that seemed below par considering the start they got.
DC, in reply, got off to a flying start, with their openers, Shafali Verma and Alice Capsey, taking the attack to the GG bowlers. Verma, in particular, was in destructive form, scoring 44 runs off 28 balls, including six fours and a six. Capsey, on the other hand, played a more measured innings, scoring 26 runs off 22 balls before being dismissed by GG’s Ashleigh Gardner.
The DC middle order, however, struggled to maintain the momentum, as they lost wickets at regular intervals. GG’s bowlers, led by Sophie Devine, bowled with skill and variation, making it difficult for the DC batsmen to score freely. Devine, in particular, was exceptional, claiming four wickets for 23 runs in her four overs. Her bowling was a perfect mix of pace, spin, and variation, as she outsmarted the DC batsmen time and again.
As the match entered its final stages, DC needed 22 runs off the last two overs, with five wickets in hand. GG’s bowlers, however, held their nerve, conceding only 11 runs in the penultimate over, bowled by Gardner. The last over, bowled by Devine, was a nail-biter, with DC needing four runs off the final ball to win. In the end, Devine bowled a perfect yorker, which was dug out by DC’s Kapp, but the batsmen could only manage a single, as GG won the match by three runs.
The win was a significant one for GG, as it took them to second place on the points table, with eight points from six matches. DC, on the other hand, remained in fourth place, with six points from six matches. The result also highlighted the competitive nature of the WPL 2026, where any team can beat any other team on their day.
For GG, the win was a testament to their team’s character and resilience. Despite being restricted to a below-par total, their bowlers showed great skill and determination to defend the target. Devine, in particular, was the star of the show, with her four-wicket haul proving to be the difference between the two teams.
As the WPL 2026 enters its final stages, the competition is expected to get even fiercer. With several teams still in contention for a playoff spot, each match will be crucial in determining the final standings. For GG, the win against DC will be a huge confidence booster, as they look to build on their momentum and finish the tournament on a high.
In conclusion, the match between GG and DC was a thrilling encounter that had everything – great batting, exceptional bowling, and a nail-biting finish. In the end, GG’s bowlers held their nerve to secure a thrilling win, which took them to second place on the points table. As the WPL 2026 continues to entertain fans, one thing is certain – the competition will only get fiercer, and the teams will have to be at their best to emerge victorious.
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