The Women’s Premier League witnessed a blockbuster clash where UP Warriors outgunned Mumbai Indians by 22 runs, powered by a breathtaking century opening partnership from Lauren Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield.
Electing to bat, UP openers tore into MI’s attack. Lanning anchored with 76 off 42, her pull shots and drives mesmerizing the crowd. Litchfield, the young prodigy, matched her stride-for-stride with 65 off 38, their 141-run alliance pushing UP to 192/4.
Mumbai’s chase unraveled under pressure. After a promising start, wickets tumbled – Yastika Bhatia holed out early, and Amanjot Kaur couldn’t accelerate. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s gritty 54 offered hope, but UP’s bowlers, led by Rajeshwari Gayakwad (3/27), slammed the door shut at 170/8.
Alyssa Healy’s tactical acumen shone through, blending pace and spin effectively. ‘Our openers set the platform; the bowlers executed perfectly,’ she said.
This result shakes up the standings, with UP Warriors now eyeing a top-two finish. Lanning-Litchfield’s chemistry could be the X-factor as the league progresses toward the playoffs.