Gujarat Giants, led by Ashleigh Gardner’s 46 and Georgia Wareham’s unbeaten 44, scored 167/4 against Mumbai Indians in a crucial 2026 Women’s Premier League encounter at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi. Despite an early setback with Beth Mooney’s dismissal, Sophie Devine and Anushka Sharma stabilized the innings. Following their quick exits, Ashleigh and Georgia formed a solid partnership, contributing 71 runs off 43 balls.
Ashleigh’s dismissal just shy of a half-century, caught off Amelia Kerr, did not deter Georgia, who played crucial shots to push Gujarat Giants past the 165-run mark. The last five overs saw 61 runs added, with Georgia’s boundaries proving vital. The total poses a challenge to Mumbai Indians, known for their strong batting lineup, against Gujarat Giants’ ability to defend scores effectively.
Gujarat Giants started with a setback as skipper Beth Mooney fell early, caught brilliantly by Sajeevan Sajana off Shabnim Ismail. Sophie and Anushka then built a 48-run partnership, with Devine hitting three boundaries and Anushka showcasing fluent strokeplay with four fours and a six. Both batters fell in quick succession to Amelia and Nat Sciver-Brunt, with Anushka miscuing a shot and Sophie getting caught at deep mid-wicket.
With the score at 71/3, Ashleigh and Georgia took charge, gradually rebuilding the innings before accelerating with boundaries. Ashleigh’s aggressive play, including three fours and a six off Hayley Matthews, set the tone. Despite Ashleigh’s departure in the 18th over, Georgia’s timely boundaries off Nat ensured Gujarat Giants surpassed the 165-run milestone.
