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Defending champions, Mumbai Indians-Women, riding the high of their opening-day victory, look to extend their winning streak against the Gujarat Giants in the third match of the Women’s Premier League. The Giants, yet to begin their campaign, face a daunting task against the defending champions. After finishing bottom last year, they’re determined to turn things around, and securing a win early on would be a major boost.
Match: Gujarat Giants Women vs Mumbai Indians Women, WPL 2024, Match 3
Date: Sunday, 25 February, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Live Streaming: FanCode
As has been the case historically, the Chinnaswamy is expected to dish out a flat surface for the game between Mumbai and Gujarat. This batter’s paradise boasts a flat, hard wicket and short boundaries, promising an explosion of sixes and high scores. While the recent use of black soil has introduced some unpredictability to the pitch, the overall trend favours big hitters.
Still, the bowlers who are disciplined and accurate can have a say. Variations will be the key for them. Fielding will be an important part of the game. Exceptional athleticism and sharp fielding skills are essential to restrict scoring opportunities, especially on these compact boundaries. Every catch and run saved could prove decisive.
Grand League Contest:
Wicket Keepers– Beth Mooney, Yastika Bhatia
Batters– Harmanpreet Kaur, Laura Wolvaardt
All-Rounders– Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Amelia Kerr (vc), Ashleigh Gardner
Bowlers– Lea Tahuhu, Shabnim Ismail, Pooja Vastrakar