Left-arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad expressed joy at her impactful return to the Gujarat Giants team, earning the Player of the Match title in their 45-run triumph over UP Warriorz in the 2026 Women’s Premier League. This victory propelled GG from the bottom to the second spot in the points table.
Gayakwad, who clinched three wickets, credited her success to the support from the team’s staff, emphasizing the importance of their backing in boosting her confidence. She highlighted her satisfaction in dismissing key player Deepti Sharma during the match.
Sophie Devine, the veteran New Zealand all-rounder, lauded Gujarat’s strategy of aiming for a score above 150, emphasizing the team’s competitiveness. She commended Gayakwad’s exceptional bowling performance, noting her skillful variations that troubled the opposition batters.
Devine also praised the improved fielding display by GG, attributing it to a team meeting held before the game. She specifically mentioned the outstanding contribution of Beth Mooney behind the stumps, highlighting her ability to tidy up fielding errors effectively.
