MI-W vs UPW-W

That brings the curtain down on a thrilling contest here, with UP Warriorz holding their nerve to claim a crucial victory. It was a game full of momentum swings, standout performances, and moments that could shape the tournament going forward. The action doesn’t stop here — coming up later this evening, it’s Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals, another mouthwatering clash with big points on the line. Stay tuned as the drama continues.

Meg Lanning is the Player of the Match! Here's what she has to say: "(On beating Mumbai Indians twice and building consistency) It was a really nice bounce-back for us. Losing the opening game wasn’t ideal, but the group stayed positive and backed our ability. We knew we just needed to sustain our performance for longer. To come out against a strong Mumbai side and get two wins on the trot is very pleasing and gives us great momentum heading into the next phase. (On planning and execution against Mumbai’s batters) There was a lot of planning that went into it. Mumbai have some very powerful batters, so you need to be clear and specific with your plans. Over the last two games, we’ve been really strong in our preparation, and that clarity has translated into good execution on the field. It’s been great to see the off-field work come through in the match. (On batting with Phoebe Litchfield) It’s been really enjoyable batting with Phoebe. We hit different areas of the ground and complement each other well. We’re starting to understand each other’s games better and can help each other out when needed. She took a lot of pressure off me with her strike rate, and hopefully we can build a few more partnerships like that as the tournament goes on. (On areas to improve going forward) I think we can finish our batting innings a little better. Mumbai bowled very well and took the pace off the ball, so adjusting to that and closing out the innings strongly is something we can improve. We’ve tightened up a few areas already, but it’s encouraging that there’s still room for growth as we move forward."

Harmanpreet Kaur(MI Women Captain) - "We need to come together as a side and stop making so many mistakes. We're a good team but we need to get better as an unit. Kamalini has a been a great addition. She is having a good tournament and hopefully she can continue to be good behind the stumps. Haley wasn't well in the beginning so the combination was an issue but now things are much better. Kerr and Amanjot batted extremely well and put us in a good position. Great to see them go so well. " 

UP Warriorz win the game by 22 runs!

Amelia Kerr 49(28)* | Amanjot Kaur 41(24) | Shikha Pandey 4-0-30-2 | Sophie Ecclestone 4-1-33-1

What a marvellous, all-round effort from the Meg Lanning-led UP Warriorz. It was a performance built on composure, character, and timely execution — exactly what was required on a night they simply had to win.

With the bat, Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield laid the foundation with a commanding century partnership. They set the tempo, absorbed the pressure, and ensured UPW had a platform to work from. While they may have felt they left a few runs out there at the end, the job was done — the base was strong, and the total competitive.

With the ball, UPW struck at the moments that mattered most. Mumbai’s decision to send Sajana Sajeevan to open alongside Matthews backfired, and when Matthews fell cheaply soon after, MI were immediately under pressure. Nat Sciver-Brunt couldn’t turn the tide, and once Harmanpreet Kaur departed, UPW sensed the game opening up.

Amanjot Kaur and Amelia Kerr showed tremendous fight, refusing to go quietly and dragging the chase deep with a never-say-die partnership. But the ask proved too steep. With 34 needed from the final over, Kerr had an impossible task on her hands, and when Amanjot fell late, the contest was effectively sealed.

Mumbai eventually fell short by 22 runs, and UP Warriorz walked away with a victory that could define their campaign. It’s a result that brings relief, belief, and momentum — and if UPW can string together a few more performances like this, they’ll very much remain in the hunt.

UPW hold their nerve and pull it off. What a win this is for them — skipper Meg Lanning will be hugely impressed with that effort. They needed it badly, and they’ve delivered when it mattered most.

19.6 Deepti Sharma to Amelia Kerr, THE UP WARRIORZ WIN BY 22 RUNS! They've been brilliant with the ball in hand and have held their nerve in the end. It was fuller and around the middle stump line. Kerr comes down the track and heaves it away towards the deep mid wicket region for a single. MI Women end up with 165/8 in 20 overs. 

19.5 Deepti Sharma to Gunalan Kamalini, fuller and bowled outside off. Kamalini misses it and gets an outside edge towards the short third man region for a single. 

19.4 Deepti Sharma to Gunalan Kamalini, SIXXXX!! HUGGE! It was fuller and around off. Kamalini lifts it away over the deep mid wicket region for a MAXIMUM. 

19.1 Deepti Sharma to Amelia Kerr, tossed up and bowled outside off. Kerr comes down the track and lofts it away towards the long on region for a couple of runs.