Lucknow, March 3, 2025 – The Gujarat Giants stunned the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 with an electrifying 81-run victory over the UP Warriorz at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.
This blockbuster match, already trending as a season-defining moment, saw the Giants dominate with exceptional batting and bowling, igniting social media and leaving cricket fans buzzing.
Here’s everything you need to know about this WPL 2025 showdown!
Beth Mooney’s Explosive 96 Leads Gujarat Giants to 186/5
The Giants’ charge began with wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney, who delivered a near-century knock of 96 not out off 59 balls.
Smashing 17 fours, Mooney’s precision and power shredded the Warriorz’ defense. Teaming up with Harleen Deol (45 off 32), she forged a blazing 101-run partnership, setting a daunting 186/5.
Deandra Dottin’s late 17-run cameo added the finishing touch, leaving UP Warriorz with a colossal chase.
UP Warriorz Collapse to 105 – Gujarat Bowlers Shine
The Warriorz’ reply was a disaster, bowled out for just 105 in 17.1 overs.
Gujarat’s Kashvee Gautam and Tanuja Kanwar stole the show, each claiming three wickets, while Dottin nabbed two.
UP’s batting imploded to 48/6 early on, with Chinelle Henry’s gritty 28 off 14 as their only resistance.
Sophie Ecclestone’s 2/34 couldn’t salvage the wreckage, as Gujarat’s bowlers sealed the deal.
WPL 2025 Standings Shake-Up
This wasn’t just a win—it was a game-changer. The Gujarat Giants rocketed from the bottom of the WPL 2025 points table to second place, boosting their net run rate from -0.450 to an impressive 0.357.
Meanwhile, the UP Warriorz crashed to last, their playoff dreams fading fast. Fans on X couldn’t hold back:
“Mooney’s on fire!” one tweeted, while another declared, “Giants just flipped the WPL script!”
Why This Match Matters for WPL 2025
With the tournament heating up, this Gujarat Giants vs. UP Warriorz clash has everyone asking: Are the Giants the top team to watch in WPL 2025?
Packed with standout performances and dramatic twists, this match is primed to dominate headlines and searches.
Don’t miss out—share this recap and join the #WPL2025 hype with #GGvsUPW and #CricketFever trending now!
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