WPL 2024: Shafali back in form as Delhi Capitals hand UP Warriors 9-wicket defeat

Delhi Capitals bounce back strongly in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 match against UP Warriorz. Spinner Radha Yadav claimed 4-20 and Marizanne Kapp took 3-5, while skipper Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma’s half-centuries led Delhi to a 9-wicket victory with 33 balls to spare at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday.
The early blows by Yadav and Kapp dismantled UP Warriorz’s batting order, restricting them to a lowly 119/9 in 20 overs. Despite a valiant effort by Shweta Sehrawat with 45 runs, UP Warriorz struggled to put up a competitive total after opting to bat first.
Chasing a target of 120, Lanning’s 51 off 43 balls and Verma’s unbeaten 64 off 43 balls sealed the victory for Delhi. Their 119-run partnership for the opening wicket propelled Delhi to victory, with Verma bouncing back from recent setbacks with six boundaries and three sixes in her innings.
Delhi’s dominating performance saw them reach 100 runs in just 11.5 overs, with Lanning and Verma showcasing their batting prowess. Despite Lanning’s dismissal, Delhi cruised to victory, handing UP Warriorz their second consecutive defeat in the WPL 2024 tournament.
In a comprehensive win, Delhi Capitals outclassed UP Warriorz by 9 wickets, with Lanning, Verma, Yadav, and Kapp shining in their respective roles. Delhi’s strong comeback sets them on the right track after their opening game loss to Mumbai Indians in the WPL 2024.
Brief scores: UP Warriorz 119/9 in 20 overs (Shweta Sehrawat 45; Radha Yadav 4-20, Marizanne Kapp 3-5) lost to 123/1 in 14.3 overs (Meg Lanning 51, Shafali Verma 64 not out) by 9 wickets.