Delhi Capitals Edge Past Mumbai Indians in Thrilling Last-Ball Finish

Nikki Prasad and Arundhati Reddy Hold Their Nerve as Delhi Clinches 2-Wicket Victory

Vadodara, 15th February 2025 In a high-octane encounter at the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025, Delhi Capitals pulled off a dramatic last-ball victory against Mumbai Indians, winning by 2 wickets in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.

Chasing a target of 165, Delhi Capitals sealed the win with a nerve-wracking two-run sprint off the final ball, crushing Mumbai’s hopes of an opening win.

Mumbai Indians Post 164 After Nat Sciver-Brunt’s Unbeaten Knock

Winning the toss and electing to bowl first, Delhi Capitals’ bowlers kept Mumbai Indians under pressure, restricting them to 164/8 in 20 overs.

The standout performer for Mumbai was Nat Sciver-Brunt, who played a sensational unbeaten knock of 80 runs, anchoring the innings amid a top-order collapse. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur chipped in with 42 runs, but the rest of the Mumbai batting lineup struggled, with eight batters failing to reach double digits.

Delhi’s Bowling Highlights:

• Annabel Sutherland led the attack with a 3-wicket haul.
• Shikha Pandey provided crucial breakthroughs, picking up 2 wickets.
• Minnu Mani and Alice Capsey bagged one wicket each, keeping the Mumbai batters in check.

Explosive Start by Delhi Openers Before a Middle-Order Slump

Chasing 165, Delhi Capitals got off to a blazing start, thanks to captain Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma. The duo raced past 60 runs in the powerplay, giving Delhi early momentum.

• Meg Lanning departed for 15 runs, but her aggressive approach set the tone.
• Shafali Verma played a blistering knock of 43 off just 18 balls, dismantling Mumbai’s pace attack before being dismissed.

As the middle order wobbled, Nikki Prasad played a steady but crucial knock of 35 runs, guiding the team closer to victory when the game seemed to be slipping away.

Last Over Drama: Delhi Holds Nerve Under Pressure

Going into the final over, Delhi Capitals needed 10 runs with three wickets in hand.

• First ball: Nikki Prasad eased the pressure with a boundary.
• Second ball: A quick double brought the equation down to four runs off four balls.
• Third & Fourth ball: One run each, leaving two runs required off two balls.
• Fifth ball: Nikki Prasad was dismissed, briefly reviving Mumbai’s hopes.
• Final ball: Arundhati Reddy held her nerve, sprinting for two runs to seal the win for Delhi Capitals.

The victory margin of 2 wickets showcased Delhi’s resilience under pressure, while Mumbai fell short despite a valiant effort from Nat Sciver-Brunt and their bowlers.

Key Takeaways from the Match:

Nat Sciver-Brunt’s heroic 80 for Mumbai went in vain*.
Annabel Sutherland’s 3-wicket haul was crucial for Delhi’s bowling attack.
Shafali Verma’s power-hitting (43 off 18 balls) gave Delhi the early momentum.
Nikki Prasad’s patient 35 anchored Delhi’s chase despite the middle-order collapse.
Arundhati Reddy’s calm finish sealed Delhi’s thrilling win on the last ball.

What’s Next in WPL 2025?

With this thrilling win, Delhi Capitals have opened their WPL 2025 campaign on a high, while Mumbai Indians will look to bounce back stronger in their next match. The league promises more nail-biting encounters as the world’s best women cricketers battle for supremacy.