Gujarat Giants delivered a commanding performance against UP Warriorz, securing a massive 81-run win at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Beth Mooney’s scintillating unbeaten 96 and Harleen Deol’s crucial 45 powered the Giants to a formidable total of 186/5. The bowlers then ran through the UPW batting lineup, with Kashvee Gautam (3/11) and Tanuja Kanwar (3/17) dismantling the opposition.

Mooney and Deol Lead the Charge

Opting to bat on a batting-friendly track, Gujarat Giants faced an early setback as Dayalan Hemalatha edged behind in the very first over. However, Beth Mooney and Harleen Deol steadied the innings with a brilliant 101-run partnership. The duo rotated the strike effectively while finding boundaries at regular intervals. Mooney showcased her finesse with delicate placements and powerful strokes, while Deol played fluently, guiding GG past 50 within seven overs.

Deol fell to Sophie Ecclestone, but Mooney kept the momentum going, taking on the UPW bowlers. She dispatched Kranti Goud for three boundaries in an over and dominated the spinners with precision. Despite limited strike in the final overs, Mooney remained unbeaten on 96, narrowly missing out on a well-deserved century.

UP Warriorz Collapse Under Bowling Pressure

Chasing 187, UP Warriorz crumbled early as Deandra Dottin’s movement off the pitch sent Kiran Navgire packing on the first ball. Georgia Voll’s WPL debut was forgettable as a booming inswinger shattered her stumps. The PowerPlay proved disastrous for UPW, with Deepti Sharma and Vrinda Dinesh also falling cheaply. Meghna Singh joined the party, reducing UPW to 48/6 after Grace Harris’s resistance ended at 25.

Chinelle Henry (28) and Uma Chetry attempted to delay the inevitable with a 35-run stand, but Gujarat’s bowling unit continued their dominance. Gautam and Kanwar cleaned up the tail as GG bowled out UPW for just 105 in 17.1 overs, sealing a commanding 81-run victory.

First Innings: Mooney Leads Gujarat to a Strong Total

PowerPlay (Overs 1-6): Solid Recovery After an Early Wicket

• Gujarat Giants lost Dayalan Hemalatha (0) in the first over as Chinelle Henry found early swing.
• Beth Mooney and Harleen Deol counterattacked, adding 54/1 in the PowerPlay.
• Mooney played fluent strokes, while Deol rotated the strike well, ensuring GG stayed ahead.

Middle Overs (Overs 7-15): Mooney & Deol’s Dominance

• The second-wicket partnership of 101 runs off 69 balls kept Gujarat on track.
• 7-10 overs: 36 runs added as the batters accelerated against spin.
• 11-15 overs: 48 runs scored, with Mooney finding boundaries at will.

Death Overs Blitz (16-20 overs):

• Mooney took charge, smashing three consecutive boundaries off Kranti Goud.
• Deandra Dottin (10) and Phoebe Litchfield (5) fell quickly, affecting the finishing momentum.
• Mooney was left stranded on 96 off 59 balls*, missing out on a century as she faced only 5 balls in the last 4 overs.
• Last 5 overs yield: 48 runs
• Final Score: Gujarat Giants – 186/5 (20 overs)

Second Innings: UP Warriorz Crumble Under Pressure

Early Collapse in PowerPlay:

• First 3 Overs: UPW lost Navgire (0) and Voll (2) to Dottin’s early swing.
• Grace Harris (25 off 30) tried to steady the innings but failed to accelerate.
• PowerPlay Score: UPW – 35/4 (6 overs)

Middle Overs Struggles (7-15 overs):

• Harris and Sehrawat attempted a rebuild but fell soon after.
• UPW Score at 10 overs: 58/6
• Chinelle Henry (28 off 16) provided some resistance, attacking Meghna Singh for 17 runs in an over.

Bowling Carnage & Final Collapse:

• Gautam and Kanwar cleaned up the tail, with UPW losing their last 4 wickets for just 12 runs.
• Last 5 overs Score: UPW – 24/4
• Final Score: UP Warriorz – 105 all out (17.1 overs)

Key Stats & Match Summary:

• Biggest Partnership: Mooney-Deol (101 runs)
• Highest Individual Score: Beth Mooney (96*)
• Best Bowling Figures: Kashvee Gautam (3/11) & Tanuja Kanwar (3/17)
• PowerPlay Impact: GG (54/1) vs UPW (35/4)
• Death Overs Comparison: GG (48 runs) vs UPW (24 runs)
• Extras Conceded: Gujarat Giants (7) | UP Warriorz (10)

Brief Scores:

Gujarat Giants: 186/5 in 20 overs (Beth Mooney 96*, Harleen Deol 45; Sophie Ecclestone 2/34)
UP Warriorz: 105 in 17.1 overs (Chinelle Henry 28, Grace Harris 25; Kashvee Gautam 3/11, Tanuja Kanwar 3/17)
Result: Gujarat Giants won by 81 runs