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“Just focused on contributing,” says Harleen Deol after UP Warriorz’s first WPL 2026 win

Mumbai, (UNI): UP Warriorz secured their first victory of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 with a controlled performance against Mumbai Indians, restricting their opponents to 161-5 before completing the chase with 11 balls to spare. The bowlers set the platform with a disciplined display, applying pressure through the innings and ensuring Mumbai Indians were kept in check. At the heart of the chase was Harleen Deol, who produced a composed and authoritative knock of 64 off 39 balls.

Central India's Premier English Daily

Central India's Premier English Daily

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Key Highlights

  • Displaying excellent timing and balance, Harleen found the boundaries with regularity, particularly through the off-side, and played a key role in guiding the UP Warriorz to get over the line.
  • Reflecting on the team’s first win, Harleen Deol said: “Feels really good to get the first win and I’m happy for the team.
  • I felt I was batting well in the previous game too, so nothing changed much in terms of preparation.
  • Sometimes it just comes off on the day, and you find a few boundary balls.
  • The wicket in the first innings was a little tough to score on, but it got better later, and I just focused on contributing in the best way I could for the team.” Speaking about Harleen Deol’s approach and growth, Head Coach Abhishek Nayar said: “For Harleen, it has always been about the team first and herself second, and that belief has stayed strong within this group.
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