WPL 2026: Nandani Sharma's Hat-trick After Devine's 95 Helps DC Restrict GG To 209
DY Patil Stadium: Sophie Devine blazed to a 42-ball 95 and Ashleigh Gardner hammered 49 off 26 balls but Delhi Capitals' uncapped medium pacer Nandani Sharma bagged her maiden fifer, including a last-over hat-trick to dismiss Gujarat Giants for 209 in Match 4 of Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Devine set the tone for the sensational clash with brilliant hitting, scoring her fifty off 25 balls, and Gardner provided some late flourish before Nandani Sharma served to add to the drama by bowling a magical 20th and last over, claiming four wickets, including a hat-trick off the last three balls of the innings, to pull things back for Delhi Capitals. Nandani Sharma (5-33) claimed her maiden five-wicket haul while Shree Charani and Chinelle Henry bagged two wickets apiece to apply the brakes to the GG innings. Asked to bat first by DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues, Gujarat Giants were off to a blazing start with Sophie Devine and Beth Mooney hammering 94 runs for the first-wicket partnership in just eight overs. Mooney scored a 16-ball 19, but Devine was in divine form on Sunday and came up with one of her most memorable knocks. Devine was in devastating form as she took all the bowlers to the cleaners, starting with a four off Chinelle Henry on the first ball of the second over, and ended the over with another four edged through the vacant slips. She struck back-to-back fours off Nandini Sharma in her first over and swung the young bowler over her head for her first six of the match. Then came the most expensive over from Rana as the 36-year-old New Zealander hammered Sneh Rana for two fours and four sixes for 32 run over as she raced to fifty off 25 balls. Devine welcomed Rana into the attack with a four off her pads on the first ball of the over, powering it through the mid-wicket. She was dropped off the second ball by Marizanne Kapp, and the ball rolled to the cover-point boundary. Devine then went on a six-hitting spree, dancing down to a slower one and launching it over long-on, clearing her foot to the fourth delivery to smoke it over cow corner as she reached 50. On the fifth ball, Devine gets down on one knee and clubs the half-volley over deep mid-wicket, and followed that up by dispatching a full toss over the deep mid-wicket boundary. The New Zealand all-rounder was at it again by blasting three sixes in an over off N Shree Charani in the 9th over. She fell five runs short of a well-deserved century, getting out for 95 off 42 balls, caught by Shree Charani off Nandani Sharma. Devine's highest score in WPL is 99 not out, which she scored in the first season. Delhi Capitals pulled things back a bit as Georgia Wareham (3), Anushka Sharma (13), and Bharti Fulmali (3) failed to contribute much. However, GG skipper Ashleigh Gardner smashed a 26-ball 49, hitting four boundaries and three sixes to give the innings some late flourish. However, there was more drama stored in the match as Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma etched her name into the history books by becoming the fourth bowler to claim a hat-trick in the WPL. She claimed the wickets of Kanika Ahuja (4), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (0), and Renuka Singh (0) to claim a hat-trick in a four-wicket last over and join Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris as the bowlers to take three-in-three in WPL. She had earlier claimed the crucial wicket of Gardner and Kashvee Gautam (14) as she claimed her maiden five-wicket haul, claiming 5-33 in her four-over spell that pulled things back for Delhi Capitals. The 24-year-old medium pacer from Chandigarh became the first uncapped bowler to claim a half-trick in WPL history. However, there was more drama stored in the match as Delhi Capitals' Nandani Sharma etched her name into the history books by becoming the fourth bowler to claim a hat-trick in the WPL. She claimed the wickets of Kanika Ahuja (4), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (0), and Renuka Singh (0) to claim a hat-trick in a four-wicket last over and join Issy Wong, Deepti Sharma, and Grace Harris as the bowlers to take three-in-three in WPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants 209 all out in 20 overs (Sophie Devine 95, Ashleigh Gardner 49; Nandani Sharma 5-33, Shree Charani 2-42, Chinelle Henry 2-43) against Delhi Capitals Article Source: IANS
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WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals win toss, opt to bowl against Gujarat Giants
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Devine hits Rana for 32 runs, the most expensive over in WPL history
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Sophie Devine Hammers 32 Runs Off Sneh Rana For The Most-expensive Over In WPL History
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Gujarat Giants' Sophie Devine hammered two fours and four sixes off Sneh Rana of Delhi Capitals in the sixth over of Match 4 to score 32 runs and make it the most expensive over ever in the history of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Dr. D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. New Zealand all-rounder Devine exploded into action in the sixth over of their match against Delhi Capitals, hitting boundaries off the first two balls and then hammering four successive sixes, leaving Rana and Delhi Capitals shellshocked. This turned out to be the most expensive over ever bowled in the history of WPL, surpassing the 28 runs that Deepti Sharma of UP Warriorz had conceded in a match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in WPL 2025. Ironically, Deepti was taken to the cleaners by Sneh Rana herself, blasting three sixes and two fours in the over that included a no-ball. This is the second time that Sophie Devine has scored 32 in an over against Rana. According to ESPNCricinfo, previously, she did that in a T20I against Rana. In the process of scoring the most runs in an over, Devine raced to her fifty off 25 balls and also helped Gujarat Giants post 80 for no loss in the six-over Power-play. Devine welcomed Rana into the attack with a four off her pads on the first ball of the over, powering it through the mid-wicket. She was dropped off the second ball by Marizanne Kapp, and the ball rolled to the cover-point boundary. Devine then went on a six-hitting spree, dancing down to a slower one and launching it over long-on, clearing her foot to the fourth delivery to smoke it over cow corner as she reached 50. In the process of scoring the most runs in an over, Devine raced to her fifty off 25 balls and also helped Gujarat Giants post 80 for no loss in the six-over Power-play. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The New Zealand all-rounder was at it again by blasting three sixes in an over off N Shree Charani in the ninth over. She fell five runs short of a well-deserved century, getting out for 95 off 47 balls, caught by Shree Charini off Nandini Sharma. Devine's highest score in WPL is 99 not out, which she scored in the first season. Article Source: IANS
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit India this year. Discussions will focus on joint projects between Ukraine and India. The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference serves as a platform for exploring business and cooperation. Rwanda also highlighted strong ties and economic cooperation with India. The conference aims to boost investment and industrial growth in western Gujarat.
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WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Elect To Bowl First Against Gujarat Giants
DY Patil Stadium: Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues won the toss and elected to bowl first against Gujarat Giants in Match 4 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Both teams decided to go in with the same playing XI that did duty in their opening matches of the season on Saturday. The two teams had a contrasting start in WPL 2026, with Gujarat Giants starting with a win against UP Warriorz, while Delhi Capitals went down to defending champions Mumbai Indians on Saturday. After winning the toss, Rodrigues said she chose to field because she reckons this is a chasing ground and that dew could be a factor. She said the quick turnaround has helped them not overthink things. Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner said there were a lot of learnings for the Giants from their match on Saturday. Asked about youngster Anushka Sharma, who scored a vital 44 against UP Warriorz, Gardner said it is fantastic to see players who have never played in the WPL come in and have an impact straightaway. Playing XIs: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner said there were a lot of learnings for the Giants from their match on Saturday. Asked about youngster Anushka Sharma, who scored a vital 44 against UP Warriorz, Gardner said it is fantastic to see players who have never played in the WPL come in and have an impact straightaway. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals: Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (capt), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, N Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma Article Source: IANS
Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants clash in the WPL 2026 on Sunday. Gujarat Giants secured a victory in their opener, while Delhi Capitals faced a defeat. Both teams aim to gain momentum in this crucial encounter. The match is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.
'About Faith And Fortitude': PM Modi Shares Highlights Of His Visit To Gujarat's Somnath Temple
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Adani Group to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Kutch, boost energy and port capacity
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PM Modi visited the Shri Somnath Temple in Gujarat to take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, which marked 1,000 years since foreign attacks on the historic temple.
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Adani Group To Invest Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore In Kutch Over 5 Years: Karan Adani
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gujarat for a two-day tour. He participated in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv and offered prayers at the Somnath Temple. Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Trade Show in Rajkot. He highlighted India's economic growth and its position as a global leader. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2.
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PM Modi inaugurates trade show ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot
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How Gujarat's Somnath Temple Was Attacked And Rebuilt Over Centuries
The first recorded attack on the Somnath Temple was in 1026 CE, when Mahmud of Ghazni, the Turkic ruler of the Ghaznavid Empire, crossed the Thar desert and led a large cavalry into western India.
Jadeja Fine-tunes Bowling Accuracy In Special Training Session Ahead Of IND Vs NZ 1st ODI
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Indias premier all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was seen putting in extra work through a special spot training session ahead of the first ODI against New Zealand here at the Kotambi Stadium In a video shared by the BCCI on Sunday, Jadeja was seen doing a unique bowling practice. The all-rounder was pitching the ball between different coloured cones placed on the surface, according to the instructions of bowling coach Morne Morkel, who was continuously guiding and monitoring the Indian legend. Coach gave me a task: by the trigger, when I am going to pitch the ball, he will name the colour blue, green and red. He will pick from all three, and I have to pitch the ball closer to that colour with accuracy, like a normal match pitch. And in between, he also kept two blue coloured balls for the full ball. So, at the same time, he will tell me where to pitch the ball at the last moment, Jadeja said while explaining the practice. Jadeja enters the series with form, fitness, and confidence on his side. The all-rounder has looked sharp in domestic cricket this month, scoring an unbeaten 52 against Gujarat and following it with 36 and figures of 1-48 against Services in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Against New Zealand, Jadeja has built a strong ODI record across 15 years. He has scored 386 runs in 16 matches against New Zealand at an average of 48.25. He has also taken 10 wickets in those encounters. Jadeja enters the series with form, fitness, and confidence on his side. The all-rounder has looked sharp in domestic cricket this month, scoring an unbeaten 52 against Gujarat and following it with 36 and figures of 1-48 against Services in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After the series opener in Kotambi, the second ODI will be played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on January 14, while the third and final match is set to take place at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on January 18. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi performs puja at Somnath Temple, takes part in Shaurya Yatra
New Delhi/Gujarat, Jan 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday performed puja at the Somnath Temple in Gujarat and took part in events marking the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The Prime Minister also held a Shaurya Yatra in Somnath as part of the four-day programme being observed from January 8 to 11. The event [] The post PM Modi performs puja at Somnath Temple, takes part in Shaurya Yatra appeared first on Northlines .
PM takes part in Shaurya Yatra in Somnath, 108-horse brigade part of parade
Somnath: A group of men playing damru and 108 horses drawn from different parts of Gujarat were part of the Somnath temples Shurya Yatra on Sunday which saw Prime Minsiter Narendra riding an open-top vehicle. The yatra began from Shankh Circle, and the prime minister travelled the nearly one km stretch towards Veer Hamirji Gohil Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rodrigues' Capitals must get their act together fast to challenge power-packed Giants - ESPN
Rodrigues' Capitals must get their act together fast to challenge power-packed Giants ESPN
Visuals from the event showed the Prime Minister standing in an open, flower-adorned vehicle as the procession moved through the town. He was joined by Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel and deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi. During the yatra, the Prime Minister was seen blowing a conch shell and greeting crowds that had gathered along the route.
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108 Horses, Massive Crowd: PM Modi Takes Part In 'Shaurya Yatra' At Somnath
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 'Shaurya Yatra' at Somnath Temple as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Gujarat on Sunday. He witnessed cultural performances from artists across the country.
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PM Modi begins three-day Gujarat visit with Somnath prayers
In an inspiring celebration of pride, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Gujarat for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. Engaging with the crowd, he joined in the vibrant chants and enjoyed an impressive drone light show. Later, he will lead a grand procession to address citizens about vital local initiatives.
Somnath is symbol of `civilisational courage', says PM Modi as he arrives for `Swabhiman Parv'
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WPL 2026: Fantastic Anushka Sharma Is Going To Play For India, Says GG Coach Klinger
DY Patil Stadium: Batting all-rounder Anushka Sharma making a sparkling debut for Gujarat Giants (GG) with a knock of 44 in the sides 10run win over UP Warriorz (UPW) in the Womens Premier League (WPL) opener at the DY Patil Stadium led to head coach Michael Klinger saying that she is going to play for India in future. Anushka struck 44 off 30 balls in her first WPL outing, as she and captain Ashleigh Gardner, who scored a commanding 65, to power GG to 207/4 - their highest total in the competition. In reply, UPW made 197/8, despite Phoebe Litchfields counterattacking 78, as GG bowlers Georgia, Sophie and Renuka Singh Thakur claimed two wickets apiece. Shes going to be playing for India. Shes a fantastic cricketer. She has time at the crease and times the ball beautifully. She can score both along the ground and over the field, and she bowls very well too. Were really happy to have her. She trains hard and is great around the group. she's going to have to play some good cricket for a couple of years first, but from what Ive seen in a short time, she has a long career ahead of her, said Klinger in the post-match press conference. GG had begun previous WPL seasons with a defeat and to change the script this time around left Klinger pleased. Its great to win a close one. Over the last couple of years that Ive been involved with the team, there have been occasions when weve scored 190 or 200-plus and just missed out. For the players to hold their nerve in the final few overs, especially with high-quality players like Phoebe and Dottin coming at us, was fantastic. There are no concerns around our bowling. Our batters set it up and our bowlers followed through. In grounds and competitions like these, with such high-quality players, youre going to concede the odd four or six. Its about how you respond, and I thought our bowlers did really well. Even the small moments made a difference. Sophie Devine went for a few runs but picked up the crucial wicket of Phoebe, which helped us win the game. Little things like that add up, and the group did a very good job, he said. Asked about Sophies importance in the set-up, Klinger explained, She brings everything, to be honest. Across all three facets of the game, she is a leader for us, whether its batting at the top or bowling crucial overs. She has captaincy experience, which is valuable for Ash on the field when sharing ideas, especially in tight moments like tonight. Shes also great around the group and connects well with our young Indian players. Asked about Sophies importance in the set-up, Klinger explained, She brings everything, to be honest. Across all three facets of the game, she is a leader for us, whether its batting at the top or bowling crucial overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We went into the auction looking for a senior bowler and had the opportunity to bring in Renuka. With Renuka and Kashvee, we have a mix of experience and young talent. Kashvee was sidelined for six months with a knee issue, but she is now fully fit, hungry for success and eager to show what she can do. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi Chants Mantras As Somnath Temple Marks 1,000 Years Since 1st Attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reached Somnath as part of his three-day Gujarat visit, during which he will participate in several events including the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' and Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference.
PM Modi & CM Bhupendra Patel offer prayer at Somnath Mahadev Mandir in Gujarat
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz sets six-hitting record
Gujarat Giants defeated UP Warriorz in a high-scoring WPL 2026 match. The game saw a record 21 sixes hit, surpassing previous benchmarks. Gujarat Giants posted 207 runs, with Ashleigh Gardner scoring 65. UP Warriorz chased hard, with Phoebe Litchfield scoring 78, but fell short by 10 runs. Gujarat Giants secured a thrilling victory.
Live | PM Modi attends Omkar Mantra chanting at the historic Somnath Mahadev Mandir in Gujarat
PM Modi to inaugurate two-day Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Jan 11
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WPL 2026: Ashleigh Gardner 'proud Of' Gujarat Giants Win Over UP Warriorz
Over UP Warriorz: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner hailed her teams composure under pressure after they edged past UP Warriorz by 10 runs in a thrilling, high-scoring Womens Premier League 2026 encounter at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Reflecting on the contest, Gardner said the match was entertaining and highlighted the batting-friendly nature of the surface. She admitted that the Giants were aware early on that a big total was required to stay competitive in a match where 404 runs were scored in just 40 overs. It was a fantastic game for everyone who came out to watch, and it showed just how high-scoring this ground can be. By around the 11-over mark, I felt we probably needed close to 200, Gardner said. The Giants eventually crossed the 200-run mark, a target Gardner felt became competitive despite the Warriorz mounting a strong chase led by Phoebe Litchfield. Phoebe hit the ball beautifully from ball one, and we knew that would be a competitive target, she added. Gardner praised her sides fielding as a decisive factor in the outcome, while acknowledging there were areas to improve with both bat and ball. We bowled well in patches, and there are plenty of learnings with both bat and ball, but I thought our fielding was excellent and that might have made the difference in the end. Im really proud of how we started, she said. The Australian all-rounder reserved special praise for debutant Anushka Sharma, with whom she shared a crucial 103-run partnership. Shes such a special player. Id only seen her bat in the nets before, so to spend time out in the middle with her was really pleasing. She keeps the game simple but also opens up different areas of the ground, and for someone so young to be brave enough to do that is impressive, Gardner noted. Gardner also credited her bowling unit for handling pressure situations, particularly against Litchfield, whose wicket proved a turning point. Shes such a special player. Id only seen her bat in the nets before, so to spend time out in the middle with her was really pleasing. She keeps the game simple but also opens up different areas of the ground, and for someone so young to be brave enough to do that is impressive, Gardner noted. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gardner played an amazing knock of 65 runs in just 41 balls. She started her innings at a measured pace, focusing on building a partnership with Anushka. The skipper then changed gears in the 13th over by striking three fours off four balls from Kranti Gaud. The 28-year-old then smashed four sixes and one boundary in her next eight balls to complete her first fifty of the season in 31 deliveries. Article Source: IANS
Thousand years since first attack: PM Modi at Somnath swabiman parv; shares pictures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-day visit to Gujarat, beginning in Somnath to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. His itinerary includes attending the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference and holding talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The visit also features a drone show, a ceremonial procession, and the inauguration of several development projects.
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Phoebe Litchfields aggressive 78 off 40 balls could not prevent UP Warriorz from going down as Gujarat Giants registered a 10-run win in a high-scoring Womens Premier League (WPL) match.
WPL 2026: Plenty Of Positives To Take Forward, Says Lanning After UP Warriorz Defeat
DY Patil Stadium: UP Warriorz captain Meg Lanning chose to see the positives despite her side suffering a 10-run defeat against Gujarat Giants in their opening match of the Womens Premier League 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday, admitting that her team fell short in execution but gained valuable learnings from the contest. Speaking after the match, Lanning said the Warriorz were disappointed not to start the campaign with a win but believed the performance provided several takeaways ahead of their next fixture. I thought it was a good game with plenty of positives for us. Of course, we would have loved to start with a win, but we just couldnt quite put it together for long enough. Still, it was nice to get the first game out of the way, and theres a lot we can take forward into the next one, Lanning said. Chasing a challenging target of 207, the Warriorz showed fighting spirit but were left with too much to do in the end. Lanning credited the Gujarat Giants for putting her side under sustained pressure with the bat. I thought the Giants batted extremely well and put us under pressure. We probably didnt execute as well as we would have liked, a little bit on both sides of the wicket. It was a tough wicket to bowl on and good for batting, she explained. The former Australia skipper acknowledged that there were areas the Warriorz needed to improve, particularly with the ball, but remained confident in the depth and flexibility of her bowling attack. You always have things to improve on every game and we have a few before our next match. That is the good thing with our bowling line-up, everyone can bowl at any time, Lanning said. She also spoke about playing alongside England spinner Sophie Ecclestone, who returned figures of two wickets in the match, highlighting the familiarity and mutual respect between the two. She knows her game pretty well, and it was nice to play with her this time. We have played a lot against each other, Lanning noted. She also spoke about playing alongside England spinner Sophie Ecclestone, who returned figures of two wickets in the match, highlighting the familiarity and mutual respect between the two. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Speaking of the match, Warriorz won the toss and opted to bowl first. Gujarat Giants posted a challenging total of 207/4 in their 20 overs, with Ashleigh Gardner leading the charge, scoring 65 off 41 balls. In reply, Warriorz showed a tough fight in the middle overs with Phoebe Litchfield scoring a quick 78 off 40 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to capitalise, resulting in their 10-run defeat. Article Source: IANS
WPL: Gardner, Wareham star in Gujarat Giants' 10-run win over UPW
Gardners innings came to an end in the 18th over when she was dismissed by Sophie Ecclestone. Georgia Wareham then provided the finishing touches with a quick unbeaten 27 off just 10 balls, which included one four and three sixes. Bharti Fulmali also chipped in with an unbeaten 14 off seven balls, hitting two sixes, as Gujarat Giants crossed the 200-run mark.
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WPL 2026: Lanning Goes Past Perry To Become Second-highest Run-getter
DY Patil Stadium: UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning went past Ellyse Perrys tally of 972 runs to become the second-highest run-scorer in the Womens Premier League (WPL) when she took on Gujarat Giants in the second match of the tournament here at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Lanning, after her 27-ball 30-run knock, tallies 981 and is just 50 runs short of Mumbai Indians all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunts tally, who leads the chart with 1031 runs (after Match 1 of WPL 2026). Sciver-Brunt is the only player in the tournament with 1000+ runs to her name, thanks to a brilliant 2025 campaign that saw her script history. The England skipper, during MIs victorious WPL 2025 campaign, became the first and only cricketer to score 500+ runs in a single season so far. The previous record was Perrys 347, achieved during her team, Royal Challengers Bengalurus (RCB), victorious WPL 2024 season. The ongoing 2026 season will witness a race between Lanning and Sciver-Brunt, as the two senior pros aim to attain the No. 1 position in the list of all-time top run scorers of the tournament. Australia's Lanning, now Warriorz captain, has been one of the most consistent players in WPL history. She played for Delhi Capitals in the first three seasons, scoring 952 runs in 27 matches, helping the franchise reach the finals in all three WPL seasons so far. She was released by DC before WPL 2026 and subsequently acquired by UP Warriorz, who appointed her as the team captain for the ongoing season. The previous record was Perrys 347, achieved during her team, Royal Challengers Bengalurus (RCB), victorious WPL 2024 season. The ongoing 2026 season will witness a race between Lanning and Sciver-Brunt, as the two senior pros aim to attain the No. 1 position in the list of all-time top run scorers of the tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The WPL 2026 began on January 9 and will run till February 5, with the summit clash slated to be played at the BCA Stadium (Kotambi) in Vadodara. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: 'It Is More About Mindset', Says Anushka On Her 44-run Debut
The Madhya Pradesh Women: Gujarat Giants top-order batter Anushka Sharma made a memorable debut with a blistering 44 off 30 balls against UP Warriorz in the second match of the ongoing Womens Premier League 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium, drawing widespread attention with her confident strokeplay After the impressive innings, the 22-year-old debutant admitted she was a bit nervous at the start but felt at ease once she got off the mark. The Madhya Pradesh Womens Premier League star also credited her preparation and domestic form for the knock. To be honest, I was a little nervous, but as I played two or three balls, it went away. It was a great outing, and I had great company as well. It was crucial to build a partnership at that time. Me and Ash were talking about building a partnership, and that went well for our team, she said after the first inning. It is more about mindset, how you read situations and react according to that. The domestic season obviously helped a lot for me. The preparation was also on point, as we have a great staff with us. They helped me so much with the areas where I can execute my boundaries and sixes. It is a very good total on this wicket, and we have a great bowling side, she added. To be honest, I was a little nervous, but as I played two or three balls, it went away. It was a great outing, and I had great company as well. It was crucial to build a partnership at that time. Me and Ash were talking about building a partnership, and that went well for our team, she said after the first inning. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Anushkas innings ended on the first ball of the 16th over when she lofted a pitched-up delivery from Deandra Dottin, but the shot lacked power and went straight into the hands of Harleen Deol at long on. She narrowly missed a well-deserved half-century, scoring 44 runs off 30 balls, which included seven fours. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Giants posted a massive 207 runs against UP Warriorz. Skipper Ashleigh Gardner scored 65 and debutant Anushka Sharma impressed with 44. Their partnership laid the foundation for the high total. Sharma's debut score set a new franchise record. Gujarat's strong batting performance secured a commanding position in the WPL 2025 match.
WPL 2026: Gardner And Anushka Cause Havoc As Gujarat Giants Post 207/4 Against UP Warriorz
DY Patil Stadium: A blistering 103-run partnership between captain Ashleigh Gardner and debutant Anushka Sharma powered Gujarat Giants to a commanding total of 207/4 in 20 overs against UP Warriorz in the second match of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday. Asked to bat after losing the toss, Gujarat Giants openers Sophie Devine and Beth Mooney struggled in the first over, with Kranti Gaud bowling a tight length to the opponents. Devine finally got the momentum in the next over, where she scored 14 runs off Shikha Pandeys bowling. She continued her attack in the next three overs as the Warriorz kept changing the bowlers. Meg Lannings team finally got their first breakthrough in the fifth over, with Mooney (13) completely missing Sophie Ecclestones delivery, which hit the top of the off stump. Her partner Devine (38) also fell in the final over of the Power-play when she was caught at midwicket by Phoebe Litchfield off Shikha Pandeys cross-seam delivery. Batting at number three in her first match, Anushka did not let the momentum shift after the two wickets, hammering a boundary towards square-leg on her fourth ball. The young batter then struck three more fours and crossed the 30-run mark in just 20 balls. The Madhya Pradesh batter also rotated the strike consistently with captain Gardner to keep the scoreboard moving. Anushkas innings ended on the first ball of the 16th over when she lofted a pitched-up delivery from Deandra Dottin, but the shot lacked power and went straight into the hands of Harleen Deol at long on. She narrowly missed a well-deserved half-century, scoring 44 runs off 30 balls. Captain Gardner started her innings at a measured pace, focusing on building a partnership with the young debutant. She changed gears in the 13th over by striking three fours off four balls from Kranti Gaud. The 28-year-old then smashed four sixes and one boundary in her next eight balls to complete her first fifty of the season in 31 deliveries. The Warriorz finally managed to dismiss Gardner in the 18th over when she was bowled by Sophie Ecclestones tossed-up delivery on leg stump that drifted into the right-hander. Gardner scored 65 runs off 41 balls, an innings that included four boundaries and three sixes. Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured Gujarat finished on a high note, adding 34 runs in the final two overs. Wareham struck at a rate of 270, remaining unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, while Bharti scored 14 runs off seven deliveries. For Warriorz, Ecclestone was the most successful bowler with two wickets to her name, followed by Shikha Pandey and Deandra Dottin, who took one each. Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured Gujarat finished on a high note, adding 34 runs in the final two overs. Wareham struck at a rate of 270, remaining unbeaten on 27 off just 10 balls, while Bharti scored 14 runs off seven deliveries. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Giants 207/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 65, Anushka Sharma 44, Sophie Devine 38, Georgia Wareham 27 not out; Sophie Ecclestone 2-32) against UP Warriorz Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants post 207 for 4 against UP Warriorz
Gardner stitched 103 runs with Anushka Sharma (44 off 30 balls) for the third wicket to take her side past the 170-run mark
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Post 207/4 Against UP Warriorz
Coming at the fall of opener Sophie Devine (38) in the sixth over, Gardner stitched 103 runs with Anushka Sharma (44 off 30 balls) for the third wicket to take her side past the 170-run mark
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UP Warriorz bowl against Gujarat Giants
Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield, Deandra Dottin and Sophie Ecclestone made up UPW's overseas contingent
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WPL 2026: Warriorz Elect To Bowl Against Giants As Lanning Eyes Change Of Fortune With New Franchise
DY Patil Stadium: UP Warriorz (UPW), under the captaincy of new skipper Meg Lanning, won the toss and elected to bowl first against Gujarat Giants (GG), who are being led by her compatriot Ashleigh Gardner, in the second match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday. The tournament commenced on Friday, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinching a thrilling victory against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI), with the latter team set to play their next match in less than 24 hours, on Saturday against Delhi Capitals in the second game of the first double-header of WPL 2026. UP Warriors and Gujarat Giants have faced each other six times before, with both teams winning three matches each. On winning the toss, Lanning said this is a good chance to get out there and get some early wickets, adding that there has been some really good energy from the youngsters. She mentioned that the team has six bowlers and some real experience in there. Lanning, a legend of the game, had led Delhi Capitals to three successive finals in the WPL so far. Gardner said she, too, would have bowled first, but was happy to bat first as well. Really tricky to put 18 players into 11 spots, she said, while reckoning that this is the most experienced squad the team has had so far. The Aussie all-rounder mentioned her experience of playing extensive cricket in India and at this venue, especially when reflecting on last night's events and the conditions. Playing XIs: The Aussie all-rounder mentioned her experience of playing extensive cricket in India and at this venue, especially when reflecting on last night's events and the conditions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score UP Warriorz: Meg Lanning (c), Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Kiran Navgire, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Asha Sobhana, Sophie Ecclestone, Skhikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud Article Source: IANS
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WPL LIVE: UP Warriorz win toss, opt to field vs Gujarat Giants
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Chandigarh University Wins 11 Gold Medals; Lifts Overall AIU Inter-University Championship 2025-26
Chandigarh University once again stamped its authority on Indian university sports by delivering a historic double triumph at the All-India Inter-University Wrestling Greco-Roman and Freestyle Championship 2025–26, clinching the Overall Championship titles in both Greco-Roman and Freestyle categories by winning a total of 16 medals including 11 Gold (6 in Greco Roman and 5 in Freestyle), 3 Silver (Freestyle) and 2 Bronze medals (1 each in both categories) in both categories. Chandigarh University wrestling medalists along with University officials receiving the overall champions trophy in AIU Wrestling Championship held at Chandigarh University In Greco-Roman wrestling, Chandigarh University emerged as the undisputed champion finishing first overall, followed by Lovely Professional University in second place and Kurukshetra University in third. In Greco Roman, CU clinched the top spot with a total of 7 medals including 6 Gold 1 Bronze medal, Lovely Professional University (LPU) secured 2nd place with total 5 medals including 2 Gold and 3 Bronze medals and Kurukshetra University with total 3 medals including 1 Gold and 2 Bronze medals to secure 3rd place in the Greco Roman category. In GR category, CU grapplers clinched gold medals in six weight categories including commanding victories by Kapil Dalal (60 kg), Saurabh (67 kg), Umesh (82 kg), Prince (87 kg) and Hardeep (130 kg), many of them registering emphatic, one-sided wins that showcased superior strength, technique and tactical brilliance of these grapplers. Chandigarh University’s dominance continued in Freestyle wrestling, where the varsity again finished first overall ahead of MDU Rohtak and Lovely Professional University. Standout performances included gold medal wins by Tushar (61 kg), Deepanshu (65 kg) and Paras (79 kg) with several bouts decided by large margins reflecting the aggressive yet composed approach of CU wrestlers on the mat. With total 9 medals including 5 Gold, 3 Silver and 1 Bronze, CU secured 1st place in Freestyle category and MDU Rohtak, Haryana with total 3 medals including 1 silver and 2 Bronze medals to secure 2nd place and Lovely Professional University with total 3 medals including 2 Silver and 1 Bronze medals had to suffice with 3rd place in the same category. The prestigious five-day national championship held from January 5 to 9 under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) was hosted by the Chandigarh University and witnessed electrifying bouts amid biting winter conditions. The national wrestling championship saw participation from over 200 universities across the country with more than 2700 wrestlers competing in over 2000 bouts across 20 weight categories in Greco-Roman and Freestyle wrestling. Against this fiercely competitive contests, Chandigarh University grapplers delivered power-packed and disciplined performances, underlining the university’s growing stature as a powerhouse of university sports in India. Highlighting individual brilliance, Hardeep clinched gold in the Greco-Roman 130 kg category with an overwhelming 8–0 victory over Nitin of PU Gujarat, while Tushar dominated Kapil of JMAU Kota by 11–0 in the freestyle 61 kg final. In a final bout, Nishant from Gondwana University Maharashtra defeated Sourabh from LPU Punjab by 7-5 points to clinch Gold in 74 kg weight category. Deepanshu registered a convincing 10–0 win in the 65 kg freestyle category and Paras held his nerve in a thrilling 11–8 contest to secure gold in the 79 kg freestyle final. Several other CU wrestlers impressed with their resilience and tactical maturity, adding to the university’s rich medal haul. In another closely contested final bout, Manish from KUK Haryana defeated Nikhil from KN Modi University, Rajasthan by a margin of 9-6 points to win gold medal in Greco Roman 55 kg weight category. In a nail-biting final bout, Paras from Chandigarh University defeated Ankit from MSBU Rajasthan by 11-8 points to clinch gold medal in 79 kg freestyle category. In a final bout in freestyle 57 kg weight category, Rohit from KUK Haryana defeated Chandigarh University wrestler Rupesh by a margin of 4-1 to win the gold medal and Rupesh won the silver medal. In a one-sided contest, Kapil Dalal, a grappler from Chandigarh University defeated Sahil from BMU Haryana by 15-7 points to clinch the gold medal in the 60 kg Greco Roman category. In the Greco-Roman category (82 kg) final bout, Chandigarh University’s Umesh put up a spectacular display of strength and agility to defeat Vijay from GUG University by 12-2 points. In a nail-biting final bout, Prince from Chandigarh University defeated Ankit of Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University, Jind by 5-4 points to win gold in 87 kg Greco Roman category. In another final bout, Saurabh from Chandigarh University put on a spectacular show of strength and agility to defeat his opponent Sunil of Desh Bhagat University Punjab by 9-4 points to win gold medal in the 67 kg Greco Roman category. Earlier, several power-packed performances were witnessed in the semi-finals on the final day of the championship. In a semi-final bout, Rupesh from Chandigarh University defeated Akash from PU, Patiala by a margin of 6-5 points in 57 kg freestyle category and Rohit from KUK Haryana defeated Jaiveer from Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth Varanasi by 8-2 points to secure place in the finals in the same category. In the semi-final bout, Manish from Kurukshetra University, Haryana defeated Nitin from LPU, Punjab by a margin of 9-3 points in the Greco-Roman 55 kg weight category. In another semi-final, Vikash from PU, Patiala defeated Omkar from SU, Kolhapur by a margin of 7-0 in a one-sided contest in 72 kg Greco-Roman category. In another one-sided contest, Mohit from Guru Kashi University Punjab defeated Suraj from KUK, Haryana by a huge margin of 9-0 in Greco-Roman 72 kg weight category. In semi-final bout, Dheeraj from Baba Mastnath University, Rohtak, delivered a remarkable performance, dominating Vinay Gurjar of Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, winning the match with a decisive 11-0 margin. In the second semi-final, Sachin from Lovely Professional University, Punjab put on a spectacular show of strength and agility to defeat Atul Lohan of Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Jalandhar by a thin margin of 9-8 points to advance to the final. Elated over the marvelous victory of Chandigarh University, while congratulating the CU grapplers, Deepinder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University said, “ It indeed is a proud moment for Chandigarh University that our wrestlers have delivered spectacular performances in the All-India Inter-University Wrestling Championship to become the overall champion by winning 11 Gold medals. With this brilliant performance, CU not only successfully hosted one of the largest inter-university wrestling championships in the country but also reinforced its reputation as a breeding ground for national-level sporting talent .” Sandhu added, “ Wrestling is not merely a sport but its pride of our nation and an integral part of India’s rich cultural heritage. Chandigarh University remains committed to encouraging young athletes to participate in traditional sports as staying connected to our roots is essential for the nation’s progress and development. The university provides world-class infrastructure and scholarships to its athletes to help them progress from the akhara to the Olympic stage .” “ In 2024, Chandigarh University became the country’s first private university to win the prestigious Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy after securing a record 71 medals at the Khelo India University Games. In addition, the university won the Khelo India University Games for two consecutive years in 2024 and 2025. Chandigarh University students have won a total of 610 medals, including 138 national and 87 international medals. CU provides sports scholarships with an annual budget of Rs 6.5 crore and offers free facilities such as special diets, sports kits, travel, coaching, hostel accommodation, and other amenities. A total of 1,183 student-athletes, including 562 women, are currently benefiting from sports scholarships at Chandigarh University ,” added Sandhu . About Chandigarh University Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC. www.cuchd.in .
Gujarat Police is recruiting 950 technical and wireless unit positions, including Sub Inspector and Technical Operator roles. Applications opened January 9, 2026, closing January 29, 2026, via the OJAS Gujarat portal. Candidates need engineering degrees for some posts. Selection involves a written test, document verification, and medical exam.
During World Premier League: With the Mumbai Indians squad witnessing a slight shuffle after the WPL 2026 mega auction, their curtain raiser against Royal Challengers Bengaluru saw G. Kamalini open the batting lineup for the two-time champions alongside Amelia Kerr, and head coach Lisa Keightley was all praises for the youngster and dubbed her a fantastic player. During World Premier League (WPL) 2025, Kamalini was included in MIs playing XI for their league match against Gujarat Giants at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, making her at 16 years and 213 days old the youngest player ever to play in the tournament. She also got to bat after Nat Sciver-Brunt was dismissed and executed a well-timed cut for a boundary on the first ball she faced. On Friday, Kamalini scored a 28-ball 32 while opening the lineup for the two-time champions and formed crucial partnerships with Kerr, Sciver, and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur. Speaking of her performance after the game, head coach Keightley said, She is extremely talented. I saw her in her state matches where she dominated. I thought she did extremely well for her first hit out. Its exciting to see what shes going to do in this competition if that is the level shes going to start at. I see her having a great tournament, going from strength to strength and building on what she did out there today. Very exciting time. Glad that she is on our team. She is a fantastic player for MI. I think shell do really well in this competition. On Friday, Kamalini scored a 28-ball 32 while opening the lineup for the two-time champions and formed crucial partnerships with Kerr, Sciver, and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Mumbai suffered a defeat in their campaign opener as RCB clinched a thrilling final-ball victory to kick off the tournament on a high. MI will face three-time finalists Delhi Capitals in their next game, scheduled less than 24 hours after their opening game, on Saturday at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Article Source: IANS
Manoj Joshi attends 'Laalo' screening
The Hindi release of Gujarati film 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' is garnering appreciation, with Padmashri Manoj Joshi and filmmaker Subhash Ghai attending special screenings. Superstar Hiten Kumar also blessed the cast, adding emotional depth. Actor Karan Joshi, who lived the role of an auto rickshaw driver, shared his immersive preparation, highlighting the film's personal significance.
Anant National University Students Earn IPR for Project Developed in Foundation Year
Foundation Year students of Anant National University’s Class of 2028 have achieved an early academic milestone by securing design registration (Intellectual Property Rights) for their project Woodwork Zoo. The project emerged from a classroom module and reflects Anant’s emphasis on hands-on, inquiry-led design education from the very first year. Anant National University Students Earn IPR for Project Developed in Foundation Year Developed under the mentorship of adjunct faculty Prof Krishna Mashruwala and visiting faculty Prof Apurva Pandey, Woodwork Zoo encouraged students to explore traditional wooden joinery techniques while translating natural forms into functional design outcomes. Each artefact was crafted without the use of nails or screws, relying solely on precision joinery and an in-depth understanding of material behaviour. Aarambh Incubation Centre supported the project outcomes by funding the IPR registration for sixteen selected student projects and facilitating the complete filing process. This ensured that each idea was formally protected and professionally recognised. Anant National University , said, “A t Anant, we believe that innovation should begin from the very first year of a student’s academic journey. We actively encourage students to conceive, develop and own their ideas, and we support them through every stage, from making and prototyping to intellectual property registration. By introducing IPR awareness and formal protection early on, we empower students to view their projects not just as academic exercises, but as valuable, real-world innovations with the potential to create impact. ” Aarambh Incubation Centre plays a key role in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation at Anant by supporting young innovators through mentorship, prototyping assistance and access to government and non-government agencies. This initiative exemplifies Anant’s commitment to experiential learning, innovation and early professional exposure. By integrating strong foundation pedagogy with incubation and IPR support, Anant enables students to translate classroom learning into meaningful, design-led innovations, laying the groundwork for a future-ready, industry-aware design education. anu.edu.in About Anant National University Anant National University, India’s premier design university, is dedicated to training students to devise solutions for global problems. Anant follows the DesignX pedagogy, where ‘X’ is the symbol drawn from mathematics, representing enhancement. This new learning approach multiplies traditional design pedagogy with liberal arts disciplines, emerging technologies and knowledge drawn from hands-on community experiences to help understand our world better and to devise impactful solutions. Our multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in design, architecture, climate action and visual arts harness knowledge from various disciplines and traditional practices to integrate it with cutting-edge technology to address diverse challenges. We train our designers to become solutionaries — revolutionary thinkers with a solution-oriented mindset. Anant National University has been recognised as the Centre of Excellence by the Government of Gujarat, highlighting our efforts to provide our students with world-class education, innovative pedagogy, high employability and enhanced entrepreneurial and research opportunities. Anant has also received the prestigious ‘5-Star Rating’ in the category of Architecture and a ‘4-Star Rating’ in the University category in the Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) 2023-24. These recognitions reinforce our commitment to creating a world-class institution of great eminence and excellence.
Somnath Parv: PM Modi to arrive in evening, participate in Omkar mantra chanting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Somnath in Gujarat for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The celebrations honor sacrifices made to defend the temple. The Prime Minister will participate in divine chanting and a Shaurya Yatra. He will also attend a public program. The event marks 1,000 years since an invasion and celebrates the temple's resilience.
Theres Always Extra Motivation To Beat Teams With Indian Captains: Gardner
Ashleigh Gardner praised Indian womens cricket and shared her enthusiasm about leading Gujarat Giants again
DY Patil Stadium: While heaping praise on the Indian women's team for its recent upsurge leading to the sensational victory in the 50-over World Cup, Australian star Ashleigh Gardner, the captain of Gujarat Giants, said beating teams led by Indian players is extra motivation for her because of the popularity they enjoy at home. Gardner, however, will have to wait a bit to achieve her aim of winning against an Indian captain as her team, the Gujarat Giants, will open its campaign in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 against UP Warriorz, who will be led by Gardner's former captain Meg Lanning, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday. With three of the five teams in WPL -- Mumbai Indians (Harmanpreet Kaur, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Smriti Mandhana) and Delhi Capitals (Jemimah Rodrigues) -- being led by Indian captains, Gardner will have plenty of opportunities to experience this feeling. Theres always extra motivation to beat teams with Indian captains. Ive heard a lot of media recently talking about the World Cup, and I think the greatest thing to come out of it was that it almost felt scripted for India to win, playing a World Cup on home soil and lifting the trophy. Ive felt those same emotions, and it was amazing. So I can only imagine what it must have felt like for these guys as well, said Ashleigh Gardner, speaking on 'TATA WPL: Curtain Raiser', ahead of their opening match against UP Warriorz on Saturday: She also said that playing franchise cricket in India after the disappointing end to their ICC Women's ODI World Cup is quite special. To be back here after what was a disappointing finish for us, but now playing franchise cricket in India, is so special. Its one of the best competitions in the world. To be able to come back and lead the Gujarat team again, Im certainly really excited about it, she added. Ahead of their opening match, UP Warriorz's new captain Meg Lanning spoke about leading a new side and reuniting with Deepti Sharma, the India all-rounder who starred in her country's triumph in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup a couple of months back. : Im really excited to work with Deepti. Ive played with her a couple of times before, and its always nice to play alongside her. She comes in excellent form and has been with the UP Warriorz from the start, so Ill certainly be leaning on her quite a bit to understand how things work and see what I can learn from her. Im super excited about the opportunity with the UP Warriorz, said Lanning, who had earlier captained Delhi Capitals in the Women's Premier League (WPL), while speaking on 'TATA WPL: Curtain Raiser'. Ahead of their opening match, UP Warriorz's new captain Meg Lanning spoke about leading a new side and reuniting with Deepti Sharma, the India all-rounder who starred in her country's triumph in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup a couple of months back. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I have loved my time at Delhi Capitals, but this is a great new challenge for me personally, coming into a new squad. I dont know a lot of the players or staff, so thats probably the biggest challenge: getting used to how everything works and trying to put my own little spin on things to get the best out of everybody. As I said, Im really excited about it and looking forward to getting started in the first game, said Lanning ahead of their opening clash against Gujarat Giants in Saturday's first match. Article Source: IANS
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Multiple tremors jolt parts of Rajkot district in Gujarat between Jan. 8-9; no damage reported
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Ahmedabad restaurant fined Rs 25,000 for serving chicken instead of veg dish - The Times of India
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