Harmanpreet Kaur opened up the stage as Mumbai Indians began their WPL season with a 143-run triumph over Gujarat Giants...
Digital Desk: Mumbai Indians Women beat Gujarat Giants by 143 runs, Harmanpreet Kaur lit up the stage as Mumbai Indians opened their WPL season with a 143-run victory over Gujarat Giants.
The MI captain hit 14 boundaries in an incredible knock at the DY Patil Stadium to score the WPL's maiden half-century. In reaction, the Giants lost Beth Mooney due to injury and fell to 67 all out.
Mumbai Indians got off to a flying start, defeating Gujarat Giants by 143 runs in the inaugural Women's Premier League match at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. Harmanpreet Kaur led from the start and scored the tournament's first half-century.
"That was a fantastic start, it seemed like a dream come true," the MI skipper added. "We kept things straightforward. It was a significant day for women's cricket, but we advised the team not to worry about it and to play their hearts out." She also stated that, while their first game was encouraging, the team will remain focused on maintaining the momentum. "That was a big win, definitely, but the upcoming games are crucial," she remarked.
Gujarat Giants won the toss and chose to bowl first in the opener.
The Mumbai Indians batted first, led by West Indies captain Hayley Matthews and wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia.
MI's talismanic skipper Kaur led the way with 65 off 30 balls, while Kerr contributed with a superb 45 off 24 deliveries. "I just figured I'd watch the ball and back myself," she said of her remarkable innings. I will not overthink things and will instead react to the moment."
The Gujarat Giants were shaken early in the chase when their captain, Beth Mooney, retired in the first over. Mumbai Indians' bowlers were on target from the start, with Issy Wong's pace rattling the Giants.
The Mumbai Indians will now get ready to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Brabourne Stadium on Monday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m.
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