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Harleen Deol Shines as Gujarat Giants Clinch Thrilling Chase Against Delhi Capitals
Giants Secure Victory in a Nail-Biting Encounter
Gujarat Giants emerged victorious in a high-stakes match against Delhi Capitals, successfully chasing down a competitive total of 177 runs in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025. Star batter Harleen Deol anchored the chase with a scintillating 70 off 49 balls*, guiding her team to a five-wicket victory with three balls to spare. The win not only snapped Delhi Capitals’ three-match winning streak but also propelled Gujarat Giants to second place in the WPL points table.
Harleen Deol’s Heroics Anchor Giants’ Chase
A Tense Start to the Chase
After winning the toss, Gujarat Giants faced an uphill battle, chasing at nearly 10 runs per over right from the PowerPlay. However, the Giants struggled to accelerate early on, managing just 38 runs in the first six overs. Both Harleen Deol and Beth Mooney found it difficult to score freely, going at a run-a-ball even after facing over 15 deliveries each.
Momentum Shift in the Middle Overs
The game took a turn in the ninth over, when Annabel Sutherland conceded 15 runs, with Mooney hitting two boundaries followed by one from Deol. The Capitals, however, had multiple chances to break the partnership but faltered at crucial moments:
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Shafali Verma dropped Deol on 27 at long-off.
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Titas Sadhu missed a direct-hit run-out opportunity when Deol was on 34.
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Annabel Sutherland failed to take a reflex catch off her own bowling.
Big Hits Change the Game
Momentum shifted as Ashleigh Gardner’s explosive cameo of 22 off 13 balls, including sixes off Marizanne Kapp and Sutherland, propelled the Giants closer to victory. The real turning point, however, came when Deandra Dottin smashed a quickfire 24 off just 10 balls, featuring three massive slog sweeps against Jess Jonassen in the 18th over.
With 16 runs required from 12 balls, Giants faced a minor hiccup as Phoebe Litchfield fell for a golden duck. However, Kashvee Gautam’s crucial six in the penultimate over and Harleen’s boundary on the first ball of the final over ensured a well-earned victory.
Delhi Capitals Set the Stage with a Strong Batting Performance
Lanning and Shafali Verma Lay the Foundation
Batting first, Delhi Capitals were off to a flying start with Meg Lanning (92) and Shafali Verma (40) adding 83 runs for the opening wicket. Their partnership was characterized by aggressive strokeplay:
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Lanning capitalized on width, finding three boundaries in a single over against Deandra Dottin.
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Shafali Verma responded with two fours and a six against Kashvee Gautam, displaying her signature aggressive intent.
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The duo guided Capitals to a 51-run PowerPlay score, marking the fifth time they crossed 50 runs in WPL 2025.
Gujarat Giants’ Bowlers Strike Back
Despite the strong start, Giants tightened their grip post-PowerPlay:
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Ashleigh Gardner dismissed Verma for 40 as she attempted a six to notch her 50th career six in WPL history.
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Jess Jonassen fell cheaply after missing a stumping chance.
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Jemimah Rodrigues and Annabel Sutherland couldn’t make significant contributions, allowing Giants to pull things back.
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Meg Lanning missed out on a century, falling for 92 in the final over, leaving Delhi with 177/5 in 20 overs.
Final Moments and Match Summary
Despite Delhi posting a strong target, Harleen Deol’s composure and aggressive hitting towards the end ensured Gujarat Giants sealed the game. Her match-winning knock of 70 off 49 balls*, along with crucial cameos from Dottin (24 off 10) and Gardner (22 off 13), turned the game in Giants’ favor.
Brief Scores:
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Delhi Capitals: 177/5 in 20 overs (Meg Lanning 92, Shafali Verma 40; Meghna Singh 3-35)
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Gujarat Giants: 178/5 in 19.3 overs (Harleen Deol 70, Deandra Dottin 24; Shikha Pandey 2-31)*
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Result: Gujarat Giants won by five wickets.
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