"WPL 2025 Final: Mumbai Indians Triumph Over Delhi Capitals to Secure Second Consecutive Title"
- Abhinand PS
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- Mar 16
- 2 min read
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 culminated in a thrilling final on March 15, 2025, at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium, where the Mumbai Indians (MI) clinched their second consecutive title by defeating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight runs.
Match Summary
Toss and Early Overs
Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field, aiming to exploit early bowling conditions. Their strategy paid off initially, with Marizanne Kapp delivering a stellar opening spell, dismissing both MI openers—Hayley Matthews (3 off 10) and Yastika Bhatia (8 off 14)—early in the innings. Kapp's figures were remarkable, conceding just 11 runs in her four overs, including 16 dot balls.
MI's Middle-Order Resilience
Facing early setbacks at 14/2, MI's captain Harmanpreet Kaur and all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt stabilized the innings with a crucial 89-run partnership. Kaur's commanding 66 off 44 balls, featuring nine fours and two sixes, was instrumental in setting a competitive total. Sciver-Brunt contributed a valuable 30 off 28 deliveries. Despite a mid-innings wobble, MI managed to post 149/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
DC's Chase and MI's Bowling Prowess
Chasing 150, DC's innings faltered early with the loss of openers Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma during the powerplay. Jemimah Rodrigues (30 off 21) and Marizanne Kapp (40 off 26) attempted to anchor the chase, but regular wickets hindered momentum. MI's bowlers, led by Nat Sciver-Brunt (3/30), Amelia Kerr, and Hayley Matthews, maintained consistent pressure. Despite a late surge from DC's lower order, they fell short, concluding at 141/9.
Key Performances
Harmanpreet Kaur (MI): Her captain's knock of 66 runs was pivotal in MI's total.
Marizanne Kapp (DC): Excelled with both ball (2/11) and bat (40 runs), showcasing her all-round capabilities.
Nat Sciver-Brunt (MI): Contributed significantly with both bat (30 runs) and ball (3 wickets), underscoring her all-rounder status.
Statistical Highlights
Statistic | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals |
Total Runs | 149 | 141 |
Wickets Lost | 7 | 9 |
Top Scorer | Harmanpreet Kaur (66) | Marizanne Kapp (40) |
Best Bowling Figures | Nat Sciver-Brunt (3/30) | Marizanne Kapp (2/11) |
FAQs
Q: Who won the WPL 2025 final?
A: The Mumbai Indians won the WPL 2025 final, defeating the Delhi Capitals by eight runs.
Q: Where was the WPL 2025 final held?
A: The final took place at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.
Q: Who was the top scorer in the WPL 2025 final?
A: Harmanpreet Kaur of Mumbai Indians was the top scorer with 66 runs.
This victory solidifies Mumbai Indians' dominance in the Women's Premier League, marking their second consecutive title win.
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