Arundhati Reddy provided a crucial breakthrough with a brilliantly executed off-cutter, completely deceiving Grace Harris in the 15th over of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 match between UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals.
Arundhati Reddy outwits Grace Harris with a well-disguised off-cutter
Bowling from over the wicket in the 15th over, Arundhati delivered a length ball outside off, taking the pace off at the last moment. Harris, looking to play an aggressive shot, failed to read the change in pace and committed too early. Her bat swung through the line before the ball arrived, resulting in a mistimed lofted shot. The ball ballooned straight into the air, giving mid-off a straightforward chance. Shafali Verma stationed at mid-off kept her eyes on the ball, positioned herself well, and completed a comfortable catch. Harris, who struggled for fluency throughout her innings, managed just 12 runs off 14 deliveries with a lone boundary. Her dismissal left the Warriorz in a tricky position at 118/5. Reddy, who had been expensive earlier, made a strong comeback with this smart piece of bowling, showcasing her ability to outthink batters with subtle variations.
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Slower one does the trick 🪄
Arundhati Reddy breaks a steady looking partnership 👊
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UP Warriorz set the competitive target as Chinelle Henry finishes strong
The Warriorz posted a competitive 166/7 in their 20 overs after being put into bat by the Capitals at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. Kiran Navgire provided a blistering start, smashing a 27-ball 51 with six fours and three sixes, setting the early momentum. However, regular wickets in the middle overs saw the scoring rate dip, with Delhi’s bowlers, particularly Jess Jonassen (1/21) and Annabel Sutherland (2/26), applying pressure.
Shweta Sehrawat anchored the innings with 37 off 33 balls, while Harris (12 off 14) struggled to accelerate before falling to Reddy’s slower delivery. At 127/5 after 16 overs, the Warriorz looked set for a below-par total, but Chinelle Henry played a vital cameo, smashing 33 not out off 15 balls, including three sixes, to push the total past 160. Marizanne Kapp (1/30) was economical, while Shikha Pandey (0/43) proved expensive. The Capitals will now need 167 to win, with the pitch offering some assistance to spinners, making the chase an intriguing contest.
