UPW vs GG, WPL 2025 Highlights.

UPW vs GG, WPL 2025 Highlights: Gujarat Giants Beat UP Warriorz by 81 Runs in Lucknow Opener.

                    The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 witnessed a thrilling encounter between UP Warriorz (UPW) and Gujarat Giants (GG) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Gujarat Giants emerged victorious by a massive margin of 81 runs, showcasing a dominant all-round performance.

Beth Mooney’s sensational 96 and a clinical bowling display led by Kashvee Gautam and Deandra Dottin were the highlights of the match. Here’s a detailed recap of the game:

Match Summary

Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Date & Time: March 3, 2025, 7:30 PM LOCAL

Toss: Gujarat Giants won the toss and elected to bat first

Result: Gujarat Giants Women won by 81 runs

Player of the Match: Beth Mooney (96 runs)
Scorecard

Gujarat Giants Women (GGW): 186/5 in 20 overs

Beth Mooney: 96 (65 balls, 12 fours, 2 sixes)

Harleen Deol: 42 (34 balls, 5 fours)

Deandra Dottin: 22* (12 balls, 2 fours, 1 six)


UP Warriorz Women (UPW): 105 all out in 17.1 overs

Sophie Ecclestone: 14 (10 balls, 1 six)

Uma Chetry: 17 (22 balls, 1 four)

Kashvee Gautam: 3/11 in 3 overs
Match Highlights
Gujarat Giants’ Innings: Mooney’s Masterclass Sets the Tone

Gujarat Giants got off to a flying start after winning the toss and opting to bat first. Openers Beth Mooney and Harleen Deol laid a solid foundation with a 112-run partnership. Mooney, in particular, was in sublime form, scoring a blistering 96 off just 65 deliveries. Her innings was studded with 12 boundaries and 2 sixes, as she dominated the UP Warriorz bowlers with her elegant strokeplay.

Harleen Deol provided excellent support with a well-compiled 42 off 34 balls, including 5 fours. The duo’s partnership ensured Gujarat Giants were in a commanding position by the halfway mark.

Despite losing Mooney just 4 runs short of a well-deserved century, Gujarat Giants finished strongly. Deandra Dottin’s explosive cameo of 22* off 12 balls, including 2 fours and a six, propelled the team to a formidable total of 186/5 in their 20 overs.

For UP Warriorz, Sophie Ecclestone was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets, but the rest of the bowling attack struggled to contain the flow of runs.

UP Warriorz’s Chase: A Collapse Under Pressure

Chasing 187 for victory, UP Warriorz got off to a disastrous start, losing two wickets in the very first over bowled by Deandra Dottin. Dottin’s ability to swing the ball both ways proved too much for the UPW top order, as she dismissed both openers cheaply.

The middle order failed to recover from the early blows, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Grace Harris, one of UPW’s key players, was unable to replicate her usual aggressive form, and the team found themselves reeling at 45/5 by the end of the powerplay.

Sophie Ecclestone (14) and Uma Chetry (17) tried to stage a fightback, but the asking rate kept climbing, and the pressure eventually told. Kashvee Gautam was the star with the ball for Gujarat Giants, finishing with figures of 3/11 in her 3 overs. Her ability to pick up crucial wickets at regular intervals derailed UPW’s chase completely.

UP Warriorz were eventually bowled out for 105 in 17.1 overs, handing Gujarat Giants a comprehensive 81-run victory.

Key Performances
Beth Mooney (GGW)

Beth Mooney’s 96 was the cornerstone of Gujarat Giants’ innings. Her ability to anchor the innings while maintaining a high strike rate was commendable. Mooney’s partnership with Harleen Deol set the platform for a big total, and her near-century earned her the Player of the Match award.

Kashvee Gautam (GGW)

Kashvee Gautam’s spell of 3/11 was instrumental in dismantling UP Warriorz’s batting lineup. Her ability to swing the ball early and pick up wickets at crucial junctures ensured Gujarat Giants maintained control throughout the chase.

Deandra Dottin (GGW)

Dottin’s impact was felt both with the bat and the ball. Her quickfire 22* off 12 balls provided the finishing touches to Gujarat’s innings, while her two wickets in the first over of UPW’s chase set the tone for the rest of the match.

Post-Match Reactions
Beth Mooney | Player of the Match

“The way we started with the bat, Harleen and I had that big partnership and had good impetus with Ashleigh and Deandra. Hopefully, more teams will bat first. During the game, I have faced a lot of their bowlers in international cricket and the WPL, understood what their plans were. The thing about batting first is to sum up the conditions, and I thought Harleen did that brilliantly and got us off to a great start.”

Ashleigh Gardner | GGW Captain

“The game was set up brilliantly by Beth Mooney with a fantastic 96. Unfortunately, she did not get her 100. The partnership with Harleen set up the game and allowed Dottin to finish, and our bowlers did a fantastic job again. There's always room for improvement, but we did a lot of things right today.”

Deepti Sharma | UPW Captain

“I thought it was chaseable because the pitch was good to bat on. But we lost back-to-back wickets. The top four or five need to take initiative. Same thing happened in the last match. Hope we don't repeat it in the next two matches.”

Stats and Records

Biggest Wins in WPL (by Runs):

143 - MI vs GG, DY Patil, 2023

81 - GG vs UPW, Lucknow, 2025*

72 - MI vs UPW, DY Patil, 2023

Lowest Innings Totals in WPL:

64 - GG vs MI, DY Patil, 2023

105 - DC vs MI, DY Patil, 2023

105 - UPW vs GG, Lucknow, 2025*

GG’s Wins in WPL:
3 vs RCB
3 vs UPW*
1 vs DC

Gujarat Giants’ comprehensive victory over UP Warriorz has significantly boosted their chances of making it to the playoffs. Beth Mooney’s batting masterclass and the team’s disciplined bowling performance were the key factors in this win. On the other hand, UP Warriorz will need to regroup quickly, as their batting failures have left them with a negative net run rate and a tough road ahead in the tournament.

The WPL 2025 continues to deliver thrilling cricketing action, and Gujarat Giants’ dominant display in this match has set the stage for an exciting finish to the league stage. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the Women’s Premier League!