Gujarat Giants Edge Out Delhi Capitals to Secure Back-to-Back Wins
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Beat Delhi Capitals By 4 Runs: A high-octane thriller at the DY Patil Stadium saw Sophie Devine’s explosive 95 and a nerve-wracking final over clinch history for the Giants, despite a sensational hat-trick by Delhi’s Nandini Sharma.
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 witnessed its most dramatic encounter yet as Gujarat Giants held their nerve to defeat Delhi Capitals by a mere 4 runs on Sunday, January 11. This victory marks a significant milestone for the Giants, who have secured two consecutive wins for the first time in the league’s history. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring a near-century by Sophie Devine, a record-breaking over, and a historic hat-trick that kept the 30,000-strong crowd on the edge of their seats until the very last ball.
Sophie Devine’s “Divine” Onslaught: 32 Runs in One Over
Sent into bat first, Gujarat Giants posted a massive total of 209/10, the highest score of the season so far. The star of the show was New Zealand’s powerhouse Sophie Devine, who played an innings of pure carnage.
- The Blitz: Devine smashed 95 runs off just 42 balls, decorated with 7 fours and 8 massive sixes.
- The Record Over: In the 6th over, Devine tore into Sneh Rana, hammering 32 runs (including four consecutive sixes). This now stands as the most expensive over in WPL history.
- Heartbreak at 95: Just as she looked certain to become the first centurion of WPL 2026, she fell to Nandini Sharma, missing the landmark by a whisker.
- Captain’s Support: Ashleigh Gardner played a vital supporting role, striking a quickfire 49 off 26 balls to keep the momentum shifting in Gujarat’s favor.
Nandini Sharma’s Historic Hat-trick and 5-Wicket Haul
When Gujarat seemed destined for a total beyond 230, Delhi’s young pacer Nandini Sharma produced a miracle. In the final over of the innings, she claimed a stunning hat-trick, dismissing Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Renuka Singh Thakur in successive deliveries.
Nandini finished with figures of 5/33, becoming only the fourth player in WPL history to take a hat-trick, joining the elite club of Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris. Her effort ensured that Gujarat was bowled out for 209, giving Delhi a fighting chance.
The Chase: Lizelle Lee and Wolvaardt’s Valiant Fight
Chasing 210, Delhi Capitals started with intent. Lizelle Lee (86 off 54) and Laura Wolvaardt (77 off 38) put on a masterclass of boundary-hitting, stitching together a 90-run partnership that brought Delhi to the brink of a historic chase.
Match Summary: DC vs GG WPL 2026
| Team | Score | Top Performers |
| Gujarat Giants | 209/10 (20 Overs) | Sophie Devine (95), Ash Gardner (49) |
| Delhi Capitals | 205/5 (20 Overs) | Lizelle Lee (86), Laura Wolvaardt (77) |
| Result | GG won by 4 runs | Player of the Match: Sophie Devine |
The Final Over Thriller
With Delhi needing just 7 runs off the final 6 balls, the game seemed to be in their pocket. However, the “Queen of the Night” Sophie Devine took the ball herself.
- She deceived the well-set Wolvaardt on the second ball.
- She followed up with pinpoint yorkers and slower balls.
- Delhi managed only 2 runs in the final over, falling short by just 4 runs.
This victory propels Gujarat Giants to the top of the points table, while Delhi Capitals face the uphill task of recovering from two consecutive narrow defeats.
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