In a commanding performance at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Mumbai Indians’ captain Harmanpreet Kaur scored an impressive 71 not out off 43 balls, praising her young teammates for stepping up. After their dominant seven-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants, Kaur commended the younger players for their readiness to take on responsibilities. She highlighted their commitment to preparation and their eagerness to contribute whenever needed. “It’s great to see these girls embracing their roles and always being ready to help the team. Their preparation has been commendable, and they’re quick to rise to the occasion,” Kaur stated.
Choosing to field first, MI faced a fierce start from Gujarat Giants, who raced to 62-1 during the Powerplay and reached 99-3 at the halfway mark, thanks to the efforts of Beth Mooney and Kanika Ahuja.