Cricket Highlights, Feb 19: Women’s Premier League 2025 (6th Match) – UPW-W vs DC-W

UPW-W vs DC-W (6th Match) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling encounter between UP Warriorz Women and Delhi Capitals Women  in the 6th match of the Women’s Premier League 2025, held in Vadodara on February 19. Delhi Capitals Women secured a hard-fought victory by 7 wickets, successfully chasing down the target of 167 with just one ball to spare. The match showcased exceptional performances from both teams, with UP Warriorz setting a competitive total of 166/7. However, Delhi Capitals’ strong batting display ensured they clinched the win in the final over, making it an exciting contest for fans.

UP Warriorz Women, batting first, posted a competitive total of 166/7 in their 20 overs. The innings was headlined by a blistering knock from Kiran Navgire, who hammered 51 runs off just 27 balls, including six boundaries and three sixes at a staggering strike rate of 188.88. She provided a fiery start, dominating the powerplay before being dismissed by Annabel Sutherland. 

While Dinesh Vrinda (16 off 15) played a supporting role, the middle order struggled to capitalize on the momentum. Captain Deepti Sharma (7 off 7) and star all-rounder Tahlia McGrath (1 off 6) fell cheaply, slowing down the scoring rate.

Shweta Sehrawat played a steady hand with 37 off 33 balls, holding the innings together, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. Grace Harris (12 off 14) couldn’t make a significant impact, but Chinelle Henry provided a much-needed late flourish. Her unbeaten 33 off just 15 deliveries, including three sixes, propelled UP Warriorz to a respectable total. The team finished at 166/7 after 20 overs, thanks to Henry’s explosive finishing.

Delhi Capitals’ bowling was led by Annabel Sutherland, who picked up 2 wickets for 26 runs, while Jess Jonassen, Marizanne Kapp, Arundhati Reddy, and Minnu Mani chipped in with a wicket each. Shikha Pandey was expensive, conceding 43 runs in her three overs, but overall, Delhi’s bowling unit did well to restrict UP Warriorz.

Chasing 167, Delhi Capitals got off to a flying start with Shafali Verma attacking from the outset. She smashed 26 off 16 balls, hitting three boundaries and a six before falling to Deepti Sharma. Meg Lanning, leading from the front, played a captain’s knock, scoring a superb 69 off 49 balls, striking 12 fours at a strike rate of 140.81. Despite losing Jemimah Rodrigues for a duck, Lanning kept the scoreboard ticking with well-timed boundaries.

Annabel Sutherland anchored the innings after Lanning’s dismissal, remaining unbeaten on 41 off 35 balls. She played a smart, calculated innings, ensuring Delhi stayed on track. Marizanne Kapp provided the final push, smashing 29 off just 17 balls with four boundaries, accelerating at the right moment to finish the chase with just one ball to spare. Delhi Capitals reached 167/3 in 19.5 overs, securing a thrilling win.

UP Warriorz Women vs Delhi Capitals Women Scoreboard

UP Warriorz Women – 166/7 (20)

Delhi Capitals Women – 167/3 (19.5/20)

Result – DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)

Player of the Match – Annabel Sutherland

UPW-W vs DC-W Playing Eleven

UP Warriorz Women

Kiran Navgire, Dinesh Vrinda, Deepti Sharma(C), Tahlia McGrath, Shweta Sehrawat, Grace Harris, Chinelle Henry, Sophie Ecclestone, Uma Chetry(WK), Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Kranti Goud

Delhi Capitals Women

Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning(C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce(WK), Shikha Pandey, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Niki Prasad

Disclaimer: These match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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