WPL thriller in Vadodara: Sophie Devine defends last over as Gujarat Giants beat Delhi Capitals by three runs
Gujarat Giants edged Delhi Capitals by three runs in a nail-biting WPL match in Vadodara, with Sophie Devine holding her nerve in the final over to keep the Giants’ campaign alive.
Sophie Devine delivered another high-pressure finish in the Women’s Premier League on 27 January 2026, defending a tight final over to help Gujarat Giants defeat Delhi Capitals by three runs in Vadodara. The result added a fresh twist to the league table and reinforced Gujarat’s reputation for squeezing out wins in chaotic end games.
How the match swung
After being asked to bat first, Gujarat posted 174 for nine, built around a steadying partnership and a late push that gave their bowlers something to protect. Beth Mooney anchored the innings, while Delhi’s Sree Charani produced a standout spell, picking up four wickets and repeatedly dragging momentum back towards the Capitals.
Delhi’s chase started sharply before early wickets put them under pressure. A middle-overs wobble deepened when Gujarat struck in clusters, but a late counterattack from Niki Prasad and Sneh Rana brought the target back within reach, setting up a nine-needed final over.
Devine’s last over, again
With the match on the line, Devine conceded little, forced risky shots, and took key wickets to shut the door on Delhi’s comeback. Her figures (3 wickets) underlined how Gujarat leaned on experience at the death when the game threatened to slip away.
What it means
- Gujarat Giants keep their season momentum with another close win over Delhi
- Delhi Capitals take a hit in the points race after letting a late surge fall short
- Devine adds another signature death-over performance to her WPL 2026 highlights
For both sides, the match was a reminder that in the WPL’s tight margins, finishing skills and composure in the final two overs often matter as much as power hitting.