Fri Mar 07 17:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Gujarat Giants Dominate UP Warriorz in WPL Thriller

**Lucknow, March 3 (ANI):** Beth Mooney’s stunning 96 not out powered the Gujarat Giants to an emphatic 81-run victory over the UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) on Monday. Mooney’s masterful innings, punctuated by six boundaries, propelled Gujarat to a challenging 186/5. This proved insurmountable for the Warriorz, who were bowled out for a paltry 105 in 17.1 overs.

Winning the toss and electing to field, the UP Warriorz were undone by a powerful counter-attacking partnership between Mooney and Harleen Deol (45). The pair put on a 101-run stand, setting the platform for Gujarat’s impressive total. While Deandra Dottin (17) and Phoebe Litchfield (8) provided quickfire late contributions, Sophie Ecclestone (2/34) was the pick of the bowlers for the Warriorz.

The UP Warriorz’s chase never gained momentum. They suffered an early collapse, losing four wickets for just 25 runs. While Chinelle Henry offered some late resistance with a 28-run cameo, the wickets continued to tumble. Kashvee Gautam and Tanuja Kanwar spearheaded Gujarat’s disciplined bowling attack, each claiming three wickets.

Mooney’s match-winning performance earned her the Player of the Match award, solidifying Gujarat’s position in the tournament. The resounding victory highlights Gujarat’s batting prowess and their strong bowling unit.

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