Mumbai Indians Edge Out Gujarat Giants in a Thrilling Women's Premier League Match

Harmanpreet Kaur scored a fluent half-century as Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Giants by nine runs in the Women's Premier League. MI scored 179/6, and superb bowling performances helped restrict Gujarat to 170. Mumbai aim to finish top when facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while Gujarat play in the eliminator.

Harmanpreet Kaur shone with the bat, delivering a fluent half-century that aided Mumbai Indians in securing a narrow nine-run victory over Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League clash on Monday.

After being sent in to bat, Kaur dazzled with an impressive 54 off 33 balls, propelling MI to a formidable 179/6. The MI bowling unit then stepped up, with notable contributions from Shabnim Ismail (2/17) and Amelia Kerr (3/34), managing to bowl out Gujarat for 170 despite a valiant 61 from Bharti Fulmali.

The triumph sees Mumbai Indians tie with Delhi Capitals on 10 points, aiming for a top finish against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the loss places Gujarat Giants in the eliminator against the second-place team despite ending with eight points.

(With inputs from agencies.)