Delhi Capitals’ Dominant Win and a Historic Feat for Jess Jonassen
Delhi Capitals secured a convincing 9-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians Women’s team in the 13th match of the Women’s Premier League 2025. Jess Jonassen was instrumental in this win, earning the Player of the Match award for her outstanding performance, which included taking 3 wickets. This achievement not only showcased her talent but also etched her name in the history books, as she equaled Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s record.
In the Women’s Premier League, Jonassen has now matched Harmanpreet Kaur’s tally of winning the Player of the Match award five times. This positions her jointly at the top, with both players holding the same number of awards. Marizanne Kapp and Nat Sciver-Brunt follow closely, each having won the title four times. This competitive landscape is a testament to the high level of skill and dedication exhibited by these athletes.
Mumbai’s innings were restricted to 123 runs in 20 overs, with the loss of 9 wickets. Harmanpreet Kaur contributed 22 runs off 16 balls, hitting 2 fours and 1 six, while Nat Sciver-Brunt added 18 runs. Jonassen’s bowling was particularly lethal, as she took 3 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs. Minnu Mani also played a crucial role, securing 3 wickets for 17 runs in 3 overs.
The Delhi team efficiently chased down Mumbai’s target, securing the win in 14.3 overs. Captain Meg Lanning led from the front, scoring 60 runs with 9 fours. Shafali Verma also had a notable innings, scoring 43 runs off 28 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Jemimah Rodrigues chipped in with 15 runs, hitting 2 fours. The convincing win and notable individual performances underscore the team’s strength and depth.