Delhi Capitals Secure Top Spot in WPL 2025 with Dominant Win Over Mumbai Indians
Meg Lanning's unbeaten 60 and Jess Jonassen's 3-wicket haul lead Delhi Capitals to a commanding 9-wicket victory in Bengaluru.
- Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by 9 wickets, reclaiming the top spot in the Women's Premier League standings with 8 points from 6 matches.
- Skipper Meg Lanning anchored the chase with an unbeaten 60 off 49 balls, featuring nine boundaries, while Shafali Verma contributed a brisk 43 off 28 balls.
- Jess Jonassen starred with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 25 runs, including the key dismissals of Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur, restricting Mumbai to 123/9.
- Lanning's leadership and batting form were praised by former Indian captain Mithali Raj, highlighting her role in building partnerships and guiding the team strategically during crucial periods.
- The victory showcased Delhi's all-round dominance, with their bowlers and top-order batters delivering a comprehensive performance ahead of their next match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.