Mooney, bowlers set up GG's crushing win over UPW

Match Summary:
Gujarat Giants (GG) crushed UP Warriorz (UPW) by 81 runs at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Beth Mooney's unbeaten 96 and a strong bowling effort led by Kashvee Gautam (3-11) and Tanuja Kanwar (3-17) proved decisive.

Gujarat Giants' Innings (186/5 in 20 overs):

• Beth Mooney: Top-scored with 96*, showcasing her ability to dominate with flat-batted shots and smart running.
• Harleen Deol: Contributed 45, forming a crucial 101-run partnership with Mooney.
• Bowling: Sophie Ecclestone (2-34) was the pick of the UPW bowlers.

UP Warriorz' Collapse (105 in 17.1 overs):

• Chase Overview: UPW lost 6 wickets in the PowerPlay, struggling to 48/6.
• Key Performances:
  • Grace Harris: Scored 25 in 30 balls but couldn't stem the collapse.
  • Chinelle Henry: Made 28 but failed to turn the tide.
• Gujarat Bowling:
  • Kashvee Gautam: Took 3-11, including two wickets in a single over.
  • Tanuja Kanwar: Finished with 3-17, cleaning up the tail.

Key Moments:

1. Mooney and Deol's Partnership: Their 101-run stand set the foundation for GG's total.
2. UPW's PowerPlay Disaster: Losing 4 wickets in the first 6 overs sealed their fate.
3. Mooney's Unfulfilled Century: Stranded on 96, she was denied a well-deserved century.

Brief Scores:

• Gujarat Giants: 186/5 in 20 overs
  • Top Scorers: Beth Mooney (96*), Harleen Deol (45)
  • Bowling: Sophie Ecclestone (2-34)
• UP Warriorz: 105 in 17.1 overs
  • Top Scorers: Chinelle Henry (28), Grace Harris (25)
  • Bowling: Kashvee Gautam (3-11), Tanuja Kanwar (3-17)

Outcome: A dominant performance by Gujarat Giants, powered by Mooney's innings and a clinical bowling effort, handed UPW a heavy defeat.