WPL 2026 UP vs GG - Match 14 - Gujarat Giants Crush Warriorz
The WPL 2026 UP vs GG clash turned into a statement win for Gujarat Giants as they outplayed UP Warriorz in all three departments to register a commanding 45-run victory in Match 14 of the Women’s Premier League 2026. After scrapping their way to a competitive 153, Gujarat’s bowlers, led by Rajeshwari Gayakwad and Sophie Devine, dismantled the Warriorz batting on a tricky surface. The result not only ended Gujarat’s three-match losing streak but also propelled them from the bottom of the table to second place.
Match Summary
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women – Match 14
Women’s Premier League 2026 • Vadodara
Match 14 of the WPL 2026 UP vs GG contest showcased Gujarat Giants’ ability to adapt, fight, and dominate under pressure. Asked to bat first, Gujarat absorbed early blows before Sophie Devine anchored the innings and ensured they crossed the 150 mark. UP Warriorz began the chase with intent but kept losing wickets at regular intervals as Gujarat’s bowlers attacked the stumps relentlessly. Rajeshwari Gayakwad’s spell through the middle overs broke the backbone of the chase, while Devine capped the night with runs, wickets, and sharp fielding. UP were eventually bundled out for 108, suffering another collapse against Gujarat.
Playing XI
Gujarat Giants Women
Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Renuka Singh Thakur, Happy Kumari, Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Delhi Capitals Women
Meg Lanning (c), Kiran Navgire, Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Chloe Tryon, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Deepti Sharma, Asha Sobhana Joy, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud
Innings Breakdown
Devine’s Late Surge Lifts Gujarat to 153 (153/8 in 20 overs)
Gujarat Giants’ innings in the WPL 2026 UP vs GG match was a story of patience followed by late acceleration. After racing to 52 in the powerplay, Gujarat slowed dramatically in the middle overs as UP’s spinners squeezed the scoring and picked up key wickets, including Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney. Sophie Devine, however, held the innings together, battling through a scratchy middle phase before exploding at the death. Her unbeaten 50 off 42 balls, including two sixes in the final over, dragged Gujarat past the crucial 150 mark. On a surface offering variable bounce, that late push proved decisive.
Gayakwad Spins a Web as UP Collapse to 108 (17.3 overs)
UP Warriorz never truly settled during their chase in the WPL 2026 UP vs GG encounter. Early wickets, including the unlucky dismissal of Meg Lanning and a bizarre stumping of Kiran Navgire, set the tone. Phoebe Litchfield briefly counter-attacked with fluent strokeplay, but once she fell attempting the reverse-sweep, the innings unraveled rapidly. Rajeshwari Gayakwad was exceptional through the middle overs, exploiting the low bounce and turning the ball away from right-handers. Deepti Sharma’s LBW dismissal and a cluster of run-outs sealed UP’s fate as they slumped to one of their lowest chase totals.
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Top Performers
Sophie Devine – 50 (42), 1/13, 2 Run-outs: The Complete Package*
Sophie Devine delivered a vintage all-round performance in the WPL 2026 UP vs GG clash. With the bat, she absorbed pressure during Gujarat’s sluggish middle overs before unleashing a calculated assault at the death to finish unbeaten on 50. Her calm presence ensured Gujarat posted a defendable total on a difficult wicket. Devine then returned to make an impact with the ball, removing Sophie Ecclestone at a crucial juncture, and showcased her athleticism in the field with sharp throws that resulted in run-outs. It was a performance that underlined her experience and match awareness.
Rajeshwari Gayakwad – 4–0–16–3: Match-Defining Spell
Rajeshwari Gayakwad was the standout bowler of the WPL 2026 UP vs GG match, producing a spell that completely derailed UP Warriorz’ chase. Bowling with subtle changes of pace and flight, she extracted maximum assistance from the surface and targeted the stumps relentlessly. Her wickets of Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat, and Asha Sobhana Joy came at moments when UP were searching for momentum. Finishing with figures of 3 for 16, Gayakwad not only tightened the screws but also ensured there was no recovery path for the Warriorz.
Phoebe Litchfield – 32 (27): A Lone Bright Spot for UP
In an otherwise disappointing batting display, Phoebe Litchfield was the lone source of resistance for UP Warriorz in the WPL 2026 UP vs GG contest. She looked fluent from the outset, mixing conventional strokes with her trademark reverse-sweeps to keep the scoreboard ticking. Litchfield’s 32 off 27 balls briefly gave UP hope during the powerplay, but her dismissal to Ashleigh Gardner proved to be the turning point. Once she fell, the chase lost all momentum, highlighting how crucial her role was at the top.
What This Result Means
The result of the WPL 2026 UP vs GG match has major implications for the tournament standings. Gujarat Giants’ emphatic victory lifts them from the bottom of the table to second place, revitalising their campaign after a three-match losing streak. It also marks their fifth consecutive win over UP Warriorz, reinforcing a growing psychological edge in this rivalry. For UP, the defeat leaves them with little margin for error, with both remaining matches now must-win encounters to stay in playoff contention. Gujarat, meanwhile, gain momentum and confidence heading into the final phase, having rediscovered their balance with both bat and ball clicking in unison.
WPL 2026 Points Table
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