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Mooney, Bowlers Shine as Gujarat Giants Crush UP Warriorz by 81 Runs
Gujarat Giants (GG) delivered a commanding performance against UP Warriorz (UPW), securing a dominant 81-run victory at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Beth Mooney’s unbeaten 96 and clinical bowling spells from Kashvee Gautam (3-11) and Tanuja Kanwar (3-17) ensured GG’s dominance. Harleen Deol also contributed with a crucial 45, setting the foundation for GG’s imposing total of 186/5.
Gujarat Giants’ Batting Masterclass
Mooney and Deol’s Century Stand Rescues GG
After losing an early wicket, Beth Mooney and Harleen Deol forged a match-defining 101-run partnership for the second wicket. Mooney showcased her class with an array of strokes, including well-placed drives and deft touches, while Deol played the supporting role with confident sweeps and well-timed boundaries.
Despite a strong bowling start from Chinelle Henry, UPW failed to maintain the pressure. Mooney reached her half-century with a commanding shot off Deepti Sharma, displaying her prowess against both spin and pace.
Late Flourish and Mooney’s Unfortunate 96 Finish*
Following Deol’s dismissal at the hands of Sophie Ecclestone, Mooney continued her assault, finding boundaries against young Kranti Goud. Ashleigh Gardner and Deandra Dottin played cameos, but their dismissals restricted GG from posting an even bigger total.
Mooney, stranded on 96*, was denied a well-deserved century as she faced only five deliveries in the last four overs. Nonetheless, her knock had already placed GG in a commanding position.
UP Warriorz Collapse Under Pressure
Early Wickets Spell Doom for UPW
Chasing a steep 187, UPW suffered a disastrous PowerPlay, losing wickets in quick succession. Deandra Dottin’s early strikes removed Kiran Navgire for a golden duck and shattered Georgia Voll’s stumps with a lethal inswinger. Grace Harris survived an early review but couldn’t stabilize the innings as Vrinda Dinesh and Deepti Sharma fell cheaply. By the end of the PowerPlay, UPW was reeling at 48/6.
Brief Resistance Before Total Collapse
Chinelle Henry and Uma Chetry attempted to counterattack with a 35-run partnership, with Henry smashing a six and a four. However, her aggressive intent led to her downfall, holing out to deep mid-wicket. UPW’s resistance crumbled further as Kashvee Gautam and Tanuja Kanwar cleaned up the tail, securing GG’s emphatic win.
Match Summary
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)
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Key Takeaways from the Match
✅ Beth Mooney’s unbeaten 96 laid the foundation for GG’s massive total.
✅ Early breakthroughs from Deandra Dottin rattled UPW’s top order.
✅ Kashvee Gautam and Tanuja Kanwar wrapped up the tail clinically.
✅ UPW’s middle order failed to provide any significant resistance.
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