Mumbai Indians have finally opened their account in the Women’s Premier League 2025, defeating Gujarat Giants by 5 wickets. The standout performer for Mumbai was NAT Sciver-Brunt, who made a significant impact with 57 runs in batting and 2 wickets in bowling. This much-needed win has propelled Mumbai to third place in the points table.
It seems the trend of the team winning the toss also winning the match continues at the CCI Stadium in Mumbai. Mumbai’s decision to bowl first proved to be a great call, with their bowlers sending half of the Gujarat team back to the pavilion for just 43 runs. Despite this, Harleen Deol’s efforts helped Gujarat reach a total of 120 runs, with Kashvi Gautam contributing 20 runs.
Mumbai’s First Win
The win is a significant morale booster for the Mumbai team, who were looking for their first victory. The all-round performance of NAT Sciver-Brunt will be a big positive for them, and they will look to build on this momentum.
WPL 2025 Points Table Changes
With Mumbai’s win, there has been a shift in the points table. Mumbai moves up to third, while Gujarat’s loss sees them drop down. The points table is starting to take shape, and each match from now on will be crucial for the teams looking to make it to the playoffs.