Harmanpreet Kaur-Led Mumbai Indians Wins WPL 2025 Title, Defeats Delhi Capitals By 8 Runs
Harmanpreet Kaur-Led Mumbai Indians won the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2025) title defeating Delhi Capitals by 8 runs.
Mumbai Indians were put into bat first and managed to set a challenging target of 149 for 7. MI’s inning was highlighted by Harmanpreet’s magnificent knock of 66 runs off 44 balls, laced with 9 fours and 2 sixes, and a crucial 30 runs from Nat Sciver-Brunt, who together with Harmanpreet, stitched together an 89-run partnership that was essential in stabilizing Mumbai Indians’ innings after an early setback.
Despite a middle-order collapse, Mumbai Indians managed to post a competitive total, thanks to their resilient batting line-up.
The chase for the Delhi Capitals was tense and thrilling, with the game hanging in balance till the very end. Despite needing only 14 runs off the final over, the Capitals fell short by 8 runs, as Mumbai Indians secured the win and the championship title. The Delhi Capitals showcased a valiant effort with notable performances from their players, but it was the Mumbai Indians who had the edge in this nail-biting finale.
Delhi Capitals’ Marizanne Kapp delivered an exceptional bowling performance, taking 2 wickets for just 11 runs in her four overs, putting early pressure on the Mumbai Indians. However, the partnership between Harmanpreet and Sciver-Brunt proved vital for Mumbai Indians in recovering from their slow start.
As the chase intensified, Delhi Capitals found themselves in a precarious situation, losing key wickets at crucial moments. Despite their best efforts, including a spirited chase led by Marizanne Kapp, who hit a series of boundaries to keep the Capitals in the hunt, they were unable to cross the finish line.
Amelia Kerr of the Mumbai Indians made history by becoming the bowler with the most wickets in a single edition of the Women’s Premier League, showcasing her exceptional talent and contributing significantly to her team’s success throughout the tournament.
