WPL 2024, GG vs DC Highlights: Delhi Capitals Win By 25 Runs, Hand Gujarat Giants 4th Consecutive Loss
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Highlights: Meg Lanning-led Delhi Capitals defeat Beth Mooney-led Gujarat Giants by 25 runs.
LIVE
Background
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 enters a pivotal phase with the 10th match featuring Gujarat Giants (GG) against Delhi Capitals (DC) in Bengaluru on Sunday, March 3. This upcoming clash sets the stage for a narrative of two teams at contrasting ends of the spectrum. Despite facing an initial setback in the tournament opener, Delhi Capitals, led by Meg Lanning, have regained their momentum. Currently riding a two-game winning streak, they hold the second position on the points table.
Gujarat Giants, led by Beth Mooney, have experienced significant underperformance in the current season. Having failed to secure a win, GG have faced three consecutive defeats in their WPL 2024 campaign.
With the head-to-head record tied at 1-1, the Capitals enter the match as clear favorites. Currently on a two-game winning streak, DC showcase a well-rounded team featuring a formidable bowling attack spearheaded by Marizanne Kapp and a robust batting lineup strengthened by the inclusion of Jess Jonassen.
The top-order batters, including Meg Lanning, Shafali Verma and Alice Capsey, too are currently in scintillating form for DC. The team would be eager for Jemimah Rodrigues to also make a significant contribution soon.
In contrast, Gujarat Giants (GG) stand as the sole team among the five participants yet to secure a victory in the ongoing season. They faced defeats against Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore and UP Warriorz.
GG vs DC Full Squads
Delhi Capitals: Meg Lanning (captain), Shafali Verma, Alice Capsey, Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Arundhati Reddy, Taniya Bhatia (wicketkeeper), Minnu Mani, Radha Yadav, Shikha Pandey, Poonam Yadav, Laura Harris, Annabel Sutherland, Ashwani Kumari, Aparna Mondal, Titas Sadhu, Sneha Deepthi
Gujarat Giants: Laura Wolvaardt, Beth Mooney (captain/wicketkeeper), Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Dayalan Hemalatha, Kathryn Bryce, Sneh Rana, Tanuja Kanwar, Mannat Kashyap, Meghna Singh, Lea Tahuhu, Veda Krishnamurthy, Tarannum Pathan, Shabnam Md Shakil, Sayali Satghare, Priya Mishra, Trisha Poojitha
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Live: Jess Jonassen Is Awarded The Player Of The Match
Jess Jonassen is awarded the Player of the Match award as she claimed three wickets giving away just 22 runs in four overs. She also chipped in with the bat scoring 11 runs off just 7 deliveries.
That all from today's match. Join us again tomorrow for the final game of the Bengaluru leg featuring UP Warriorz and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Following tomorrow's match, the WPL 2024 will shift its base to Delhi to continue its excitement and spectacle as it moves north.
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Live: Delhi Capitals Win By 25 Runs
With four consecutive defeats, Gujarat are now on the brink of missing the playoffs, while Delhi, securing their third consecutive win, now top the table. Gujarat's batting disappointed once again, especially from Mooney, Wolvaardt, and Litchfield, all dismissed within the fifth over. Despite threats from Ash Gardner, she lacked support from teammates. Once Gardner fell, the game headed towards an inevitable conclusion. Jonassen and Radha Yadav claimed three wickets each, with support from Shikha and Arundhati. Gujarat faces concerns, hoping the Delhi leg will bring a change in their fortunes.
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Live: One More Wicket Down!
Eighth wicket falls as Arundhati Reddy dismisses Tarannum Pathan, lbw. A well-executed seam-up yorker hits the toe as Tarannum Pathan attempts to flick and misses. GG- 124/8 after 18 overs.
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Live: Tanuja Kanwar GONE! Another one down for GG
Another wicket falls as Tanuja Kanwar is caught by Shafali Verma off Radha Yadav. The attempted reverse-hit goes straight off the toe-end, and Shafali, positioned at backward point, takes a simple catch. Meghna Singh, right handed bat, comes to the crease. GG- 117/7 after 17 overs.
WPL 2024, GG vs DC Live: GARDNER FALLS!
A significant setback for Gujarat as Jonassen dismisses Gardner, stumped by Bhatia. Initially, there is a check to ensure the wicketkeeper has not taken the ball in front of the stumps. Replays confirm that Bhatia is within the allowed range. Gardner, attempting a big shot, misses a length delivery outside off, and Bhatia swiftly removes the bails. GG nee d56 to win in 30 balls. GG- 108/6 after 15 overs.
Top Headlines
Trending News
