Mishra and Gardner Sparkle as Giants Cruise to Victory Over Warriorz in WPL 2025
The Warriorz’s high hopes for a strong start to their Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 campaign were left in tatters as the Giants unleashed a formidable performance, securing a dominant win by 68 runs. The game, which took place at the iconic Emirates Stadium in Dubai, showcased the incredible talent on display in the WPL, with Priya Mishra and Ashleigh Gardner leading the charge for the Giants.
Mishra, who was named Player of the Match for her outstanding display, top-scored for the Giants with 73 runs, powering through the Warriorz bowling attack with ease. Her innings, which included six four-fours and a six, set the tone for the Giants’ big total of 178 for 3 in their 20 overs. Mishra shared a crucial 63-run partnership with Gardner, who supported her Association with an unbeaten 42, helping the Giants to a steady pace.
The Warriors, despite their best efforts, could only manage to muster 110 runs in their 20 overs, struggling to contain the Giants’ heavy-handed batting attack. Despite the valiant effort by Opener Devika, who scored 36, the Warriorz never managed to get out of the blocks, and eventually fell 68 runs short of their target.
The Giants’ bowling attack, led by Mishra and Gardner, proved to be the difference, with four bowlers sharing the spoils, leaving the Warriorz’s batsmen in a state of disarray. Mishra, who claimed 3-14, was particularly devastating, as she took three crucial wickets, including those of Devika and Sultana, to further demoralize the Warriorz.
Captain Harman Kaur, speaking after the match, attributed the team’s dominant performance to their collective efforts. "It was a fantastic display of teamwork and skill," she beamed. "Each department of our game came together, and we reaped the rewards. It’s an incredible feeling to know that all the hard work we’ve put in has paid off."
The win propels the Giants to the top of the points table, while the Warriorz will have to regroup and refocus ahead of their next match. As the WPL 2025 season unfolds, this encounter has set the bar high, and fans can’t wait to see more thrilling action from the league’s talented players.
Match Highlights:
- Giants: 178/3 in 20 overs (Priya Mishra 73, Ashleigh Gardner 42*); Warriorz: 110 in 20 overs (Devika 36, Sultana 22)
Scorecard:
Warizerz: 110 (M. P. 36, S. 22)
Opponent: 178/3 in 20 overs
Result: Giants won by 68 runs**
Player of the Match: Priya Mishra
