The 12th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 took place between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians where the Capitals managed to register an emphatic victory by 29 runs. This also marked the commencement of the Delhi-leg of the tournament, held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Jemimah Rodrigues, Meg Lanning powers Delhi Capitals to a formidable total
Delhi Capitals put up an impressive total of 192/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Meg Lanning showcased her class with a superb innings, scoring 53 runs off 38 deliveries, which included six boundaries and two towering sixes. Her composed approach and ability to accelerate the innings were crucial in setting up a formidable total for her team.
On the other hand, Jemimah Rodrigues played a scintillating knock, smashing 69 runs off just 33 balls, adorned with eight fours and three sixes. Her aggressive batting prowess electrified the atmosphere, providing the much-needed momentum to Delhi Capitals’ innings. Further, Shafali Verma contributed a quickfire 28 off 12 balls as well.
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Jess Jonassen sizzles with the ball
In response, Mumbai Indians fought hard but fell short, managing to score 163/8 in their 20 overs. Amanjot Kaur was the top scorer for Mumbai Indians Women with a valiant 42 off 27 balls, supported by contributions from Hayley Matthews (29 off 17) and Sajeevan Sajana (24 off 14).
Delhi Capitals’ bowlers put up a commendable performance, with Jess Jonassen leading the pack with figures of 3 wickets for 21 runs in her 4 overs. Marizanne Kapp also chipped in with 2 wickets for 37 runs in her spell. In the end, Delhi Capitals emerged victorious by 29 runs, thanks to their strong batting performance and disciplined bowling effort.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
Mood right now 😉 #DCvMI pic.twitter.com/KMwftsorbZ
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 5, 2024
DELHI CAPITALS BECOMES THE FIRST TEAM TO SUCCESSFULLY DEFEND A TOTAL AGAINST MUMBAI INDIANS IN THE WPL. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/BMJEGFEuzI
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 5, 2024
In their first home game, Delhi Capitals 192/4 (20.0, become the first WPL side to successfully defend a total against Mumbai Indians 163/8 (20.0).#WPL https://t.co/ArgRo02Z5t
— hypocaust (@_hypocaust) March 5, 2024
Yes Delhi 🔥 #WPL2024
— Estelle Vasudevan (@Estelle_Vasude1) March 5, 2024
HISTORY IN WPL….!!!!
Delhi becomes the first team ever to defend a total against Mumbai in the league history ⭐ pic.twitter.com/aBV7cEHGoU
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 5, 2024
should really stop with this ‘one of the best in the world’ rubbish. She is Marizanne Kapp. She is THE best in the world.#WPL2024
— Rishi (@ladkiincric) March 5, 2024
What a knock from Jemimah Rodrigues against Mumbai .She accelerated her inning directly from first gear to fifth.
First 14 balls she manage to score only 13 but next 19 ball she went on to score 56 runs.
Exceptional display of Batting.pic.twitter.com/jdTpPgsukt
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) March 5, 2024
What tremendous batting by Jemimah Rodrigues, she is completely smashing the Mumbai Indians. pic.twitter.com/4qZXM8Jp6J
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) March 5, 2024
Jemimah Rodrigues’ today innings:
First 14 balls – 13 runs.
Last 19 balls – 56 runs (294.73 SR).This is just Unbelievable acceleration by Jemimah – Take a bow, Jemimah. pic.twitter.com/9b21IYmvD3
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) March 5, 2024
Remember the name! 🏏
Jemimah Rodrigues Masterclass🔥🔥#WPL2024 #MIvsDC pic.twitter.com/oaEdLXwfSJ
— 𝙕𝙄𝙈𝘽𝙐 😎 𝕏 (@Zimbu12_) March 5, 2024
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
