Gujarat Giants Seal Playoff Spot After Beating MI Women by 11 Runs in WPL 2026 Thriller
Summary: A captain’s knock, a clutch bowling spell, and a playoff ticket sealed under Vadodara lights! Gujarat Giants Women outclassed Mumbai Indians in a high-voltage WPL 2026 clash.
January 30, 2026, Vadodara: Under the bright floodlights of the BCA Stadium, Gujarat Giants Women delivered a pressure-proof performance to defeat Mumbai Indians Women by 11 runs in Match 19 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026.
With this crucial victory, Gujarat officially qualified for the playoffs, while Mumbai Indians suffered another heartbreak despite a fighting innings from captain Harmanpreet Kaur.
The match lived up to its hype, offering fans a perfect mix of power-hitting, tactical bowling, and nail-biting drama.
Match Details: WPL 2026 – Match 19
- Venue: BCA Stadium, Vadodara
- Date: January 30, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Toss: Gujarat Giants elected to bat
- Result: Gujarat Giants won by 11 runs
- Player of the Match: Georgia Wareham
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Gardner-Wareham Partnership Powers Gujarat to 167
After choosing to bat first, Gujarat Giants posted a competitive 167/4 in 20 overs, thanks to a late surge led by their captain and all-rounders.
Batting Highlights
- Ashleigh Gardner – 46 (28 balls)
- Georgia Wareham – 44* (26 balls)
- Anushka Sharma – 33 (31 balls)
- Sophie Devine – 25 (21 balls)
Gardner’s aggressive stroke play and Wareham’s fearless finishing helped Gujarat score 52 runs in the last five overs, putting Mumbai under pressure.
MI’s Chase: Harmanpreet’s Lone Battle
Mumbai Indians started cautiously but soon lost early wickets, putting pressure on their middle order.
Despite the setbacks, captain Harmanpreet Kaur played one of the finest innings of WPL 2026.
Chase Performers
- Harmanpreet Kaur – 82* (48 balls)
- Amelia Kerr – 20 (16 balls)
- Sajeevan Sajana – 26 (25 balls)
Harmanpreet kept Mumbai alive till the final over, but lack of support from other batters proved costly.
Wareham Delivers in Crunch Moments
Georgia Wareham once again proved why she is one of the most reliable all-rounders in world cricket.
She picked up key wickets, controlled the run flow, and handled pressure situations calmly.
Best Bowling Figures(GGTW)
- Wareham – 2/26
- Devine – 2/23
- Gardner – 1/26
Her performance earned her the Player of the Match award.
Latest WPL 2026 Points Table
| Rank | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCBW (Q) | 8 | 6 | 2 | 12 | +1.247 |
| 2 | GGTW (Q) | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | -0.168 |
| 3 | MIW | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 | +0.059 |
| 4 | DCW | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -0.164 |
| 5 | UPW | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1.146 |
Next Match Preview: DCW vs UPW
Delhi Capitals Women will face UP Warriorz Women on February 1, 2026, in another crucial clash.
Both teams are fighting for survival, making this encounter a must-watch.
Expert Analysis: Why Gujarat Won
- Strong finishing by middle order
- Smart bowling rotation
- Fielding discipline
- Calm leadership by Gardner
Gujarat Giants showed maturity and balance - key qualities for playoff success.
FAQs
Who won MIW vs GGTW Match 19?
Gujarat Giants Women won by 11 runs.
Who was Player of the Match?
Georgia Wareham.
Did Gujarat qualify for playoffs?
Yes, Gujarat Giants qualified after this win.
What was Harmanpreet’s score?
She scored 82* off 48 balls.
Where was the match played?
At BCA Stadium, Vadodara.
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