Mon Feb 24 16:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Gujarat Giants Fall Short, UP Warriorz Secure First WPL Victory
**Bengaluru:** UP Warriorz secured their first win in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants, achieving the feat with six balls to spare. Chasing a modest 109-run target, the Warriorz needed only 109 runs from 72 balls. Their win was largely thanks to a blistering innings by Chinelle Henry, who smashed a joint-fastest WPL fifty off just 18 balls. Henry’s aggressive batting, which included repeatedly targeting a specific arc of the field, was instrumental in securing the victory for the Warriorz. In contrast, Gujarat Giants struggled to build momentum, leaving them needing only 5 runs from 25 balls.
The match also saw notable bowling performances. While specific details of individual bowling figures weren’t provided, the article highlights that the Warriorz’ bowlers delivered dream spells, leading to the Giants’ downfall. This included a hat-trick taken by one bowler, identified as the third in the history of the tournament.
The victory for UP Warriorz marks a significant turning point in their campaign, leaving Gujarat Giants searching for their first win and for solutions to strengthen their top order batting.
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