Mumbai Indians lost due to umpires fault? High voltage drama in last over where…

New Delhi: In a nail-biting encounter, Delhi Capitals clinched a thrilling last-ball victory against Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) on Saturday. The match, which swung back and forth, saw Delhi successfully chase down Mumbai’s total of 164 in dramatic fashion.

After winning the toss and electing to field first, Delhi Capitals‘ bowlers put in a disciplined performance, restricting Mumbai Indians to 164 runs in 19.1 overs. Nat Sciver-Brunt was the standout performer for Mumbai, scoring an unbeaten 80 runs with 13 boundaries. Harmanpreet Kaur also made a significant contribution, scoring 42 off just 22 balls. The duo added 73 runs in 40 deliveries for the third wicket, helping Mumbai recover after early setbacks. However, Delhi’s bowlers fought back strongly in the latter half of the innings, picking up eight wickets for just 59 runs.

Shikha Pandey and Minnu Mani Lead Delhi’s Bowling Attack

Delhi’s bowling was spearheaded by veteran pacer Shikha Pandey, who picked up two crucial wickets, dismissing openers Hayley Matthews (0) and Yastika Bhatia (11), and finishing with figures of 2/14. Minnu Mani also bowled economically, conceding only 23 runs while taking a wicket. However, some of Delhi’s bowlers proved expensive, with Alice Capsey leaking 19 runs in a single over. Despite these lapses, Delhi managed to restrict Mumbai to a manageable total.

Shafali Verma’s Aggressive Start

Chasing 165, Delhi Capitals got off to a flying start, thanks to Shafali Verma‘s explosive batting. The young opener smashed 43 off just 18 balls, ensuring that Delhi made full use of the powerplay. At 60/0, Delhi looked in firm control, but a middle-order collapse saw them lose four wickets for just 16 runs, bringing Mumbai back into the contest.

Last-Over Drama Seals Victory for Delhi

Despite setbacks, Delhi remained in the hunt. Alice Capsey (16), Annabel Sutherland (13), and Sarah Bryce (21) couldn’t capitalize on their starts, but Niki Prasad stepped up with an unbeaten 27 to guide Delhi home. With 21 runs needed off the last 12 balls, the match was evenly poised. Radha Yadav struck a crucial six, and Niki followed up with a boundary. However, Niki’s dismissal on the penultimate delivery meant that the match went down to the final ball. Arundhati Yadav held her nerve, taking two runs off the last delivery to seal the win for Delhi.

Controversial Finish Sparks Social Media Debate

The final ball saw a close run-out chance, but the umpire ruled in Delhi’s favor, allowing them to secure the victory. The decision sparked debates on social media, with fans arguing whether Mumbai should have been awarded the run-out. Despite the controversy, Delhi celebrated a hard-fought win, reinforcing their title ambitions in the WPL 2025 season.

Remove your Zing Bails. Proper mockery of the game by Third Umpire.

3 Run out came against us. #WPL2025 #TATAWPL pic.twitter.com/M9gYc8zHA4

— Mumbai Indians FC (@MIPaltanFamily) February 15, 2025

Sciver-Brunt’s Heroics Go in Vain

Despite Mumbai’s loss, Nat Sciver-Brunt’s innings remained the highlight of the match. Her unbeaten 80 was a masterclass in controlled aggression, keeping Mumbai in the game despite wickets tumbling at the other end. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also made a significant impact, surpassing 8000 runs in T20 cricket during her innings. However, Mumbai’s batting collapse in the death overs proved costly in the end.

Delhi Strengthens Playoff Chances

With this victory, Delhi Capitals have strengthened their position in the WPL standings, while Mumbai Indians will need to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming matches. The thrilling contest showcased the competitive nature of the league and left fans eagerly anticipating the next clash between these two powerhouses.