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Sophie Devine stars as GG edge past DC in WPL 2026

Navi Mumbai, (UNI) Sophie Devine’s explosive innings and all-round brilliance powered Gujarat Giants Women to a thrilling four-run victory over Delhi Capitals Women in the 4th match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy here today. The New Zealand all-rounder smashed a scintillating 95 off 42 balls, including seven fours and eight sixes, while also picking up two crucial wickets to turn the game in Gujarat’s favour. Captain Ashleigh Gardner supported with a quickfire 49 off 26 balls, and Beth Mooney contributed 19, helping the Giants post a challenging total of 209 for 10 in 20 overs.

Central India's Premier English Daily

Central India's Premier English Daily

Credit: Centralchronicle

Key Highlights

  • Delhi fought valiantly in reply, with Lizelle Lee top-scoring with 86 off 54 balls, striking 12 fours and three sixes.
  • Laura Wolvaardt made 77 off 38 deliveries, while Jemimah Rodrigues added 15.
  • However, Delhi fell agonisingly short at 205 for 5.
  • The match featured a historic bowling performance by Nandani Sharma, who claimed a five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick in the final over.
  • She dismissed Kashvee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Renuka Singh in rapid succession, becoming only the second Indian to achieve a five-wicket haul in WPL history.
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