Cricket Highlights, March 07: Women’s Premier League 2025 (17th Match) – DC-W vs GG-W

DC-W vs GG-W (17th Match) – Highlights

The 17th match of the Women’s Premier League 2025 saw an exhilarating contest between DC Women and GG Women at Lucknow. Gujarat Giants emerged victorious in a thrilling chase, securing a five-wicket win with just three balls to spare. Harleen Deol was the standout performer, steering her team to victory with a match-winning 70* off 49 balls.

DC Women, led by Meg Lanning, opted to bat first and got off to a flying start. Lanning played a captain’s knock, smashing 92 runs off just 57 deliveries. Her innings was laced with 15 boundaries and a six, setting the foundation for a competitive total. She was well-supported by Shafali Verma, who contributed a quickfire 40 off 27 balls, including three sixes. The duo added 83 runs for the first wicket, putting Delhi in a commanding position.

However, GG clawed their way back into the game through the bowling brilliance of Meghna Singh and Deandra Dottin. Meghna dismissed the dangerous Shafali, followed by the wickets of Jemimah Rodrigues and Annabel Sutherland, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 35. Dottin, too, made an impact with the ball, scalping the crucial wickets of Lanning and Jess Jonassen. Despite a late flourish from Sarah Bryce, who struck a six off her only ball, Delhi Capitals Women ended their innings at 177/5 in 20 overs.

Gujarat Giants Women, set a target of 178, had a shaky start as Dayalan Hemalatha fell early. Beth Mooney, the wicketkeeper-batter, anchored the innings with a composed 44 off 35 balls before getting dismissed in the 12th over. Harleen Deol then took charge, displaying her class with elegant strokes and powerful hitting. She formed a crucial partnership with Ashleigh Gardner, who chipped in with 22 runs at a brisk pace.

The game took an exciting turn when Deandra Dottin walked in and launched a brutal assault on the bowlers. Her 24 runs off just 10 balls included two fours and two sixes, significantly reducing the required run rate. Although Dottin and Phoebe Litchfield fell in quick succession, Deol held her nerves, ensuring Gujarat reached the target comfortably. Kashvee Gautam finished things off in style with a six, guiding the Giants to 178/5 in 19.3 overs.

Among Delhi’s bowlers, Shikha Pandey and Jess Jonassen picked up two wickets each, but they struggled to contain Gujarat’s aggressive batting lineup. Annabel Sutherland had an off day, conceding 46 runs in her four overs without taking a wicket. Marizanne Kapp was economical, but the lack of breakthroughs cost Delhi dearly.

Harleen Deol was deservingly named the Player of the Match for her unbeaten 70 off 49 deliveries. Her innings was a perfect blend of composure and aggression, playing a decisive role in Gujarat Giants’ chase. 

Delhi Capitals Women vs Gujarat Giants Women Scoreboard 

DC Women – 177/5 (20)

GG Women – 178/5 (19.3 /20)

Result – GG Women won by 5 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)

Player of the match – Harleen Deol

DC-W vs GG-W Playing XIs 

DC Women

Meg Lanning (c), Shafali Verma, Jess Jonassen, Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Sarah Bryce (wk), Niki Prasad, Shikha Pandey, Minnu Mani, Titas Sadhu.

GG Women

Beth Mooney (wk), Dayalan Hemalatha, Harleen Deol, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Tanuja Kanwar, Meghna Singh, Priya Mishra.

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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