GGW vs MIW: Match 3 of the Women’s Premier League 2024 matches Gujarat Giants against Mumbai Indians. A last-place finish in 2023 compelled the Giants to undergo a fast rebuild. And here they are, fit and ready to start the new season with a squad looking for redemption.
After a flawless debut season, title winners Mumbai Indians will be looking to make it two in a row.
This meeting will be anything but average, with both teams looking to get off to a strong start this season.
GGW vs MIW WPL 2024 Match Details
| Series | Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 | |
| Match | Gujarat Giants Vs Mumbai Indians, 3rd Match | |
| Date | February 25, 2024 | |
| Time | 7:30 PM | |
| Venue | M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | |
GGW vs MIW Teams Preview
The 2-0 record demonstrates how dominant the Mumbai Indians were versus the Giants previous season.
The Giants understand that the Indians will come at them again. And their greatest chance of winning is to play to their full capacity and fend off any threat from the Indians.
Gujarat Giants
The Gujarat Giants had a dismal season last year, winning only two of eight games. Injuries, inconsistencies, and controversies plagued an otherwise normal season for the Giants.
They required a complete revamp to turn things around. Alternatively, the team’s management believed so and requested major modifications. They released coach Rachael Haynes and 11 other players from last season. They hired Michael Klinger, a Western Australian, to coach with Beth Mooney.
One of the first issues they faced was forming a new squad while retaining their core set of players. Given the roster of players they’ve assembled this season, it appears that they aced it.
Laura Wolvaardt will compete with Beth Mooney at the top. Both batters take their time putting their eye in. However, they must capitalize on the fielding limits during powerplay. Phoebe Litchfield, Ash Gardner, and Veda Krishnamurthy add steadiness and forceful striking to the middle order. Kashvee Gautam, the player they splurged on at the auction, will be out due to an injury.
Laurie Cheatle, an Australian sprinter, will also be missing in action. However, they have called up two pacers for cover, Lea Tahuhu and Kathryn Bryce.
Mumbai Indians
The Mumbai Indians, champions of the inaugural WPL, are on a mission this time: defend their title. And the first thing they made after winning two championships in a row was to strengthen the team.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is once again in charge. She will lead a star-studded group that includes Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Chloe Tryon. Pooja Vastrakar, Yastika Bhatia, Amanjot Kaur, and Saika Ishaque are also in the mix.
Hayley Matthews, the West Indian opening hitter, was in top form last season and won player of the tournament. Yastika Bhatia, her capable opening partner, will help the Indians get off to a strong start with the bat. Nat Sciver Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur, who are always reliable, provide solidity in the middle order. South African Shabnim Ismail joins the squad to strengthen their pace bowling lineup, which already looks dangerous with Issy Wong on fire.
With that lineup, they’ve covered all the bases. And there are no weaknesses in their armor, making them the squad to beat this season. With so many players available, the skipper and backroom staff are spoilt for choice. And deciding on the best XI will be difficult.
GGW vs MIW Playing 11
Gujarat Giants Playing 11:- Beth Mooney (C), Laura Wolvaardt, Harleen Deol, Ash Gardner, Veda Krishnamurthy, Phoebe Litchfield, Sneh Rana, Lea Tahuhu, Mannat Kashyap, Shabnim Shakil, Meghana Singh.
Mumbai Indians Playing 11:- Hayley Mathews, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Pooja Vastrakar, Izzy Wong, Jintimani Kalita, Amandeep Kaur, Saika Ishaque
GGW vs MIW Pitch Report
The match will be contested at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, which is home to the IPL’s Royal Challengers Bangalore. A few days ago, this stadium held its maiden WPL encounter between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals.
Batting has always been easier on this surface. The narrow boundaries at the venue make bowling much more challenging. You err in line and length, and you vanish here. Dew has been demonstrated to play a factor here, but since it is early March, it is unclear what function it will play in this contest.
GGW vs MIW Head to Head Record
Both clubs have faced off twice, with MI winning both.
GGW vs MIW Key Players
Beth Mooney: A consistent batsman, her position at the top will be critical for setting up large runs.
Ashley Gardner: Gardner’s all-around ability, as well as her success with the bat and ball, can swing the game in GGW’s favor.
Harmanpreet Kaur: The captain noted for her match-winning performances, will be the batting lineup’s backbone.
Nat Sciver-Brunt: Her versatility makes her a tremendous addition to the squad, as she can contribute significantly in all aspects of the game.
GGW vs MIW Live Streaming and Broadcast
This match could be broadcast live on the Jio Cinema App or watched on the Sports 18 Network.
