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Gujarat Giants (GG) clinched a dramatic three-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 17th match of the at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara. In a contest that went down to the final delivery, Sophie Devine once again proved decisive, ensuring Gujarat held their nerve despite a spirited fightback led by Niki Prasad and Sneh Rana.
Gujarat Giants post competitive 174 despite late wobble
Batting first after Delhi Capitals won the toss and opted to bowl, Gujarat Giants rode on a solid opening effort from Beth Mooney, who top-scored with a fluent 58 off 46 balls. Mooney anchored the innings while wickets fell regularly at the other end.
Devine provided an early burst of intent with a quickfire 13, while Anushka Sharma added momentum with an aggressive 39. Captain Ashleigh Gardner struggled for timing, but late cameo from Tanuja Kanwer (21 off 11) helped Gujarat push their total to a competitive 174 for 9.
Delhi’s bowling effort was led by Shree Charani, who claimed four wickets, while Marizanne Kapp and Chinelle Henry provided useful breakthroughs to prevent Gujarat from crossing the 180-run mark.
Niki Prasad and Sneh Rana lead DC’s fightback
Chasing 175, Delhi Capitals began positively through Shafali Verma, but her dismissal triggered a steady loss of wickets. Senior batters Lizelle Lee, Laura Wolvaardt and captain Jemimah Rodrigues all got starts but failed to convert them into substantial scores.
The Capitals slipped behind the required rate as wickets continued to tumble, and at one stage the chase appeared to be slipping away from their grasp.
Just when the game seemed done, Niki Prasad and Sneh Rana mounted a sensational counter-attack. Niki played a fearless knock of 47 off just 24 balls, striking boundaries at will and reigniting Delhi’s hopes.
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Sneh Rana matched her intensity, smashing 29 off 15 balls as the duo added a rapid 70-run partnership that turned the match on its head. With 8 needed off the final over, the Capitals were suddenly within touching distance of an improbable win.
With pressure mounting, Sophie Devine stepped up when it mattered most. She dismissed both Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad in a tense final over, effectively sealing the contest for Gujarat Giants. Her figures of 4 for 37 underlined her impact with the ball after contributing earlier with the bat.
Support came from Rajeshwari Gayakwad, who bowled a superb spell of 3 for 20, applying constant pressure during the middle overs.
, falling heartbreakingly short by three runs.
Gujarat Giants pulls off a thriller against Delhi Capitals
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