Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews Propel Mumbai Indians to First WPL 2025 Victory

Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Giants by five wickets, with standout performances from Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews in Vadodara.

Nat Sciver-Brunt delivered a stellar all-round performance, scoring a 39-ball 57 and taking 2/26, securing her second consecutive half-century of the season.
Hayley Matthews led Mumbai's bowling attack with impressive figures of 3/16, dismantling Gujarat's top order early in the innings.
Gujarat Giants struggled with their aggressive batting approach, collapsing to 120 all out, with Harleen Deol top-scoring with 32 runs off 31 balls.
Despite early setbacks in their chase, Mumbai Indians stabilized through a 45-run partnership between Sciver-Brunt and Amelia Kerr, who contributed 19 runs.
This victory marked MI's first win of the season and continued their dominance over Gujarat Giants, maintaining a perfect head-to-head record.