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DC Edit | Building Growth, Brick By Brick
In addition to the ongoing Mumbai and Ahmedabad bullet train project and the Delhi-Ahemabad high-speed project, the newly announced seven high-speed rail corridors will connect the most productive regions of the country, namely Delhi, Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mumbai and Pune (Maharashtra), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Hyderabad (Telangana), and Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Eliminator, WPL 2026, Who will win today GG-W vs DC-W match?
GG-W vs DC-W, Match Eliminator, Cricket Tips :Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first team to qualify for final of the WPL 2026. The other two teams to qualify for the playoffs will now face each other in the Eliminator to make it through. Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants will lock horns on Tuesday at BCA Stadium at 7:30 PM IST. DC-W have lost both group games against GG-W this season, and they will fight hard to avoid the hat trick of defeats. They did well in their previous game against UP Warriorz. GG-W have been in good form with three consecutive wins. It will be a competition between two in-form teams. GG-W vs DC-W: Match Details Date : February 03, 2026 (Tuesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : BCA Stadium, Vadodara GG-W vs DC-W Live Streaming Details The live action of the Eliminator contest on Tuesday will be available on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also catch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. GG-W vs DC-W: Head-to-Head in WPL Total Matches : 8 Gujarat Giants Women : 4 Delhi Capitals Women : 4 No-Result : 0 GG-W vs DC-W: Ground Pitch Report It has been a great batting wicket in Vadodara so far. The assistance for bowlers is very little, but some balls have grip into the surface in the lateral stages. Bowling first is ideal, as in such a big match, there is always pressure to post a big total. GG-W vs DC-W: Possible XIs Gujarat Giants : Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney (wk), Anushka Sharma, Georgia Wareham, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Tanuja Kanwer, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rajeshwari Gayakwad Delhi Capitals : Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Lizelle Lee (wk), Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandni Sharma GG-W vs DC-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Captain Jemimah Rodrigues played well in the last game and took the team to playoffs. She will be a big wicket in this game. For GG-W, Sophie Devine has been the best player and won MOTM awards against DC-W this season. Probable Best Bowler Kashvee Gautam has been a difference-maker and has bowled well in the middle overs. For DC-W, Nandni Sharma has been the best bowler. She has the second-most wickets this season. Today Match Prediction : GG-W have already beaten DC-W twice this season, and they are in good form to make it three in a row. GG-W vs DC-W Match Eliminator, WPL 2026, Today Match GG-W vs DC-W, GG-W vs DC-W Prediction, GG-W vs DC-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for GG-W vs DC-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Mass Form 7 submissions spark outrage in Gujarat
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WPL 2026: 'This Is Just A New Beginning' - How Rajeshwari Gayakwad Silenced The Doubters
How Rajeshwari Gayakwad: On the eve of Gujarat Giants second appearance in a Women's Premier League (WPL) Eliminator at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, Rajeshwari Gayakwad exudes a quiet confidence that belies the tumultuous journey that brought her to this juncture. At 34, left-arm spinner Gayakwad is having her best WPL season 10 wickets coming in seven games at an average of 14.50 and economy rate of 7.63. Nothing much is going on. All we have in mind is to play well at any cost and win tomorrow's match. Simply, that's it. I have that confidence in myself and in my team as well. This time, I feel we will play in the finals. We have the confidence to play in the finals, but winning tomorrow's match is very important for us. All we have in our mind is to play well and win tomorrow's match. We will surely play in the finals for the first time, which is going to be a very happy moment. But we will play with confidence tomorrow, Gayakwad told IANS in an exclusive conversation on Monday. For Gujarat Giants, reaching the final for the first time would be historic. But for Rajeshwari, it would be validation of the hard work done in the last 12 months. She didnt perform well in the last three seasons for her previous team UP Warriorz, but this season shes leading the spin bowling attack for GG. With her wide of the crease deliveries and subtle changes in flight and loop trapping batters on spin-friendly pitches in Vadodara. The secret behind her good showings, as per Rajeshwari, has been the improved fitness work, especially after undergoing a knee surgery in September 2024. I got a lot of break from cricket. Since I was in rehab, I was trying to be mentally and physically fit. I have worked a lot on myself. I have given myself a lot of time. I have tried to work on my weaknesses. I have been wanting to play WPL for a year and this is a big break for a player. I have learnt a lot from this break and got time to implement it. I have always tried to give my best and do well whenever I get a chance to bowl. No matter what happens, I always try to do my best to make the team win, she explained. The injury layoff, while devastating at that time, proved to be an unexpected blessing. Away from the intensity of competition, Rajeshwari had the luxury of time to rebuild her fitness, reassess her game, and work on technical refinements that would have been difficult to implement mid-season. When I just came back from rehab, I didn't get a chance to play that many matches last year. I have always learnt a lot of things from the outside whenever I didn't get to play. If a chance to play arrived, I have always tried to implement those things on the field. The physical transformation is evident - fitter and leaner than in previous seasons, Rajeshwari has retained the guile that has always been her hallmark. I did become mentally stronger by learning a lot of things from the outside and I have also taken care of my fitness. You must be thinking that I look fit - I have worked hard on myself. It's my main focus to always do well when on the field and whoever thinks that my time in cricket is over, I have to show them by doing well and saying that 'Yes, I am doing great and I have to play a lot more cricket ahead, she said. For Rajeshwari, the decision to undergo surgery came with the knowledge that the path back would be arduous, and there were no guarantees of returning to her previous best self, including being back in the Indian team. When the surgery was about to happen, I knew that it was not going to be easy for me. I had realized a lot of things like it is going to take time for me to get out of this. At that time, I was mentally very down. When you do know that things are not going to be right in the coming times, it was a very big decision for me to get the surgery done. I knew that it was not going to be easy and will be a tough thing for me. Still, I agreed to get the surgery done. But I did not get a chance to join the team and I was mentally down. It's just that whenever I get a chance to play, I will do my best. That is why I did well in the domestic season as well I was the (third) highest wicket there (in Senior Womens T20 Trophy). What has happened is that age is something everyone talks about, but I don't think that age is a big deal for anyone. Rather than accepting the narrative that her time had passed, especially due to the emergence of young left-arm spinners N Sree Charani and Vaishnavi Sharma, apart from Radha Yadav and Shuchi Upadhaya being given chances, Rajeshwari chose to work hard and come back to playing the game she picked as a kid in Bijapur. As long as I am fit, I can play and I want to drive out that mentality from everyone's mind and make them realise that age is just a number. As long as I want to play, I will play. So, let's see - I have always tried to give my best. A lot of people thought that my cricket career was over, but that is not the case. This is just a new beginning for me and I would like to say that, she said. With WPL 2026 seeing her be back at her best in T20s, Rajeshwari is naturally keen to add more scalps to her international career worth five Tests, 64 ODIs and 58 T20Is. It means a lot to me. Everyone gets a chance after an injury, but I didn't get a chance and I do feel very sad about that. It's okay, as I will play whenever I get a chance. It has felt like everyone gets a chance after an injury, but when it came to me, I didn't get a chance. I should have got a chance and I feel regretful about the fact that I should have got at least one chance. One more thing - I didn't have a bad performance in ODIs, but I am not there in the ODI side. I am on 99 wickets and it does feel that I should have got a chance to play and complete 100 wickets. But I haven't got that chance and I feel I should have got that opportunity, she elaborated. Asked if she still harbors hopes of an India comeback, her response is very direct. If one doesn't look at the age, then I can get a chance. No one cares about the age and if you think about it, you won't get a chance. But if they think I can play, I will get a chance. Through the toughest periods - the surgery, rehabilitation, and being out of action, Rajeshwaris family constantly stayed by her side. There was no one except my family. They have supported me a lot. No one else knew what I was going through. When you do well, people ask about you. But when you need someone, no one supports you and I have noticed this. At that time, no one supported me except my family. Even now, I play for my family because they do think that I can still play cricket. I am able to play now because of my family and their support. Her younger sister, Rameshwari, also a cricketer and played for Karnataka, has become Rajeshwaris most trusted technical advisor and mental support. She plays a very big role in my life. She never thinks about herself when it comes to me. I always consider her more of a mentor than a sister. She is younger than me, but she is more mature than me. Whenever we go home, as of now, I don't have a personal coach for a long time. My sister is everything to me because she understands and tells me everything. We started playing cricket together. She knows what I do wrong and what I do right. We tell and listen to each other about what improvement we can bring to our respective games. She tells me what I am doing wrong or what I used to do right before. She understands everything about bowling and tries to tell me about it and she supports me a lot. The support is unconditional, irrespective of performance or results. She is always happy. My family always supports me - even if I don't get a wicket or pick four-five scalps, they are happy. They just want to see me play well. My family supports me a lot and I can say that I am still playing because of them, she said. This WPL season has seen Gayakwad bowl in contrasting conditions, from the flatter surfaces in Navi Mumbai to the more helpful tracks at Vadodara. Though she didnt get much bowling time in the first half of the competition, the second half has been a productive one for her. The pitches here aid the spinners, while flat pitches were there. But I didn't get many chances to bowl in Navi Mumbai. It was a little challenging for the bowlers there. But the wickets here are slow and the bowlers are getting help. Both the wickets were different, but it is fun to play. Her pre-game preparation, however, eschews the modern trend of elaborate routines like data and analytics. No, nothing like that. I have been playing for so many years. I don't have any routine of that kind. I believe in what is going to happen, will happen. Nothing is the same every day and I believe more in that. The day we do well, the day will be good. If we don't do well, we can't do anything. There are ups and downs in the lives of the players and that's it. Her pre-game preparation, however, eschews the modern trend of elaborate routines like data and analytics. No, nothing like that. I have been playing for so many years. I don't have any routine of that kind. I believe in what is going to happen, will happen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For her, a crack at playing the WPL final and potentially lifting the trophy will be proof that age is irrelevant, passion endures, and Rajeshwari has no plans of fading away quietly. Article Source: IANS
Delhis Bijwasan Mega Railway Terminal To Be Operational By June, Aiming To Ease Congestion
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India releases details of sacred Buddha Relics exposition in Colombo - Newswire
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London to Bengaluru Air India flight grounded over fuel switch issue
Nearly seven months after the deadly Air India crash in Gujarats Ahmedabad, which claimed 260 lives, a Boeing 787-8 aircraft flying from London to Bengaluru was grounded after the fuel tank reportedly cut off, reviving memories of the tragedy. The incident occurred on Monday, February 2, after Air India Flight AI132 flying from London Heathrow 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 .
WPL 2026: Have Learnt A Lot From Grace Harris And Nadine De Klerk, Says Gautami Naik
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting all-rounder Gautami Naik says she has drawn valuable lessons from overseas teammates Grace Harris and Nadine de Klerk as the franchise prepares for Thursday's Women's Premier League (WPL) final. Gautami made history earlier this season by becoming the first uncapped Indian player to score a fifty in the WPL by striking 73 off 55 balls in a crucial match against Gujarat Giants a knock where she curbed her usual aggressive instincts to give her side a memorable win. I can say I have learnt a lot from Grace Harris and Nadine de Klerk. I have bonded well with all of them. We are enjoying it together. I have learnt from Grace Harris that she keeps the game very simple. Her game plan is very simple - what will I play if I come to this area? Her shots, her application for the game is also very simple. She plays on the field with a lot of enjoyment. It doesn't feel like there is any pressure. She enjoys the game. I have learnt from Nadine about her never give up attitude. Nadine has done very well as a batter, bowler and fielder in all three departments, Gautami told IANS in a select virtual interaction organised by the franchise on Monday. Nadines ability to deliver in critical situations with both bat and ball has particularly a huge impact on Gautami. She has executed herself well by taking the stand where the team needed it and she took the wickets when the team required. She played a good knock in the first match, when there were no hopes and got the match in our favour. I am getting this experience from these overseas players in India and I think it will be very useful in the future, she said. Gautamis maiden WPL fifty transformed her life overnight, in terms of her life beyond the cricket field and inspiring young players at the academy where she practices in Pune. Yes, they were very happy. It was a good knock for me. Everything changed at random. I can't say that no one recognized me. Everyone was calling at my home. My relatives were calling and my mother was crying after calling me. She was proud of me and said that I played well. Everyone in my academy is looking at me as an inspiration. They also feel that if this girl can go to there, then we can also work hard and scale greater heights. Everyone is happy and excited about the finals. They believe that we will do well in it, she recalled. Though Gautami has played only four games in WPL 2026, she has developed a structured pre-match routine centered on meditation and staying calm, something which has become integral to her preparation over the past year. My routine before the match is very simple. I go and do my priming session. I do my meditation. We are in our own zone before the match. Everyone is in their own zone. Someone listens to songs and then we are in our own zone. Now we are going to play the final, so we have to prepare for it. How will the wicket be? Who will be the opponent? How can we get ready? We also analyse what the other bowlers are planning. How will the situation be created? We apply all this in practice and do things as per that continuously and repeatedly. So do your basics and routine well. My routine before the match is very simple. I go and do my priming session. I do my meditation. We are in our own zone before the match. Everyone is in their own zone. Someone listens to songs and then we are in our own zone. Now we are going to play the final, so we have to prepare for it. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meditation and working on myself - it has become a part of my daily process. I meditate every day and all these things have helped me to be a good and calm player. I also prefer to listen to only slow songs before the matches for staying calm. Article Source: IANS
Giants stand between Capitals and fourth straight WPL final
Gujarat Giants beat Delhi Capitals in both their previous encounters in the group stage
Giants stand between Capitals and fourth straight WPL final - ESPN
Giants stand between Capitals and fourth straight WPL final ESPN
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues has expressed confidence that her team has learned valuable lessons from their previous encounters with Gujarat Giants and is poised to come out stronger in the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 Eliminator on Tuesday. The winner will secure a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). You never lose as long as you can learn. And I know we've gotten really close and tight with Gujarat. But I just believe in this team that we've learned a lot from them. And we are going to come out stronger, Rodrigues said in a video shared by WPL. The Delhi skipper also praised her teams collective performance, highlighting the critical role of her bowlers. I'm really happy, and more than anything, as a captain, I'm just proud of the way the team played. It's always the bowlers who make a captain look better on the field. A lot of credit goes to them because it's easy to set a field, but they have to come and execute. And they've done that really well. Rodrigues emphasised the teams depth in batting, noting the balance and maturity on display. Even with the bat, the kind of maturity, the kind of balance we have in our batting, I think we have a lot of depth. And we've seen even in the last game, the way Nikki (Prasad) and (Sneh) Rana, even till that number, we have batting. And we have a belief more than anything that we can take a game out from anywhere. Looking ahead, Rodrigues stressed the importance of staying focused on the present. And I think we're just going to keep things simple. Yeah, one game at a time. And try to focus on our strengths and executing our plans than thinking too far ahead of things. Rodrigues emphasised the teams depth in batting, noting the balance and maturity on display. Even with the bat, the kind of maturity, the kind of balance we have in our batting, I think we have a lot of depth. And we've seen even in the last game, the way Nikki (Prasad) and (Sneh) Rana, even till that number, we have batting. And we have a belief more than anything that we can take a game out from anywhere. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals will face Gujarat Giants in what promises to be a closely contested Eliminator, with both teams eager to secure a place in the WPL 2026 final. Article Source: IANS
Etihad Guest , the award-winning loyalty programme of the UAE’s national carrier, Etihad Airways, today announced a new partnership with The Postcard Hotel , Asia’s acclaimed luxury hospitality brand. This marks a significant milestone for the programme as it expands its network of premium partners and embarks on a new chapter in redefining luxury travel. Etihad Guest’s new hotel partnership in South Asia underscores the airline’s deep commitment to the region and its discerning travellers. (L to R) Mr Anirudh Kandpal, Co-Founder and Senior Vice President, The Postcard Hotel, and Mr Mark Potter, Managing Director, Etihad Guest - celebrate the launch of the new partnership Through this collaboration, Etihad Guest members can now earn Miles each time they book and stay at any of The Postcard Hotel’s distinctive properties across India, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka - unlocking more rewarding ways to experience authentic, destination-led luxury. Etihad Guest members staying two or three nights at any Postcard property will earn 2,000 Miles, while those staying four nights or more will receive 4,000 Miles plus a complimentary night stay. The partnership brings together The Postcard Hotel’s signature brand of intimate luxury with Etihad Guest’s globally celebrated rewards programme, offering travellers meaningful and memorable journeys. Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways , said, “ At Etihad our commitment has always been to deliver exceptional customer service and Etihad Guest stands as a testament to the same. Our connection with India and the region goes far beyond our network - it reflects a shared appreciation for culture, hospitality, and meaningful travel. We’re delighted to welcome The Postcard Hotel to Etihad Guest, expanding the breadth of the programme in the region. This collaboration is a strategic step in deepening our engagement with the Indian subcontinent, offering travellers distinctive experiences that celebrate the region’s richness while enhancing the value of being an Etihad Guest member .” Kapil Chopra, Founder and CEO of The Postcard Hotel, remarks, “ We are delighted to join hands with Etihad Airways, a brand whose ethos of excellence and guest-centric service mirrors our own. This alliance enables Etihad Guest members to immerse themselves in the world of The Postcard Hotel—where every moment is designed to transcend expectations and deliver authentic, unforgettable luxury and experience our award-winning hospitality .” Founded in 2018 by Kapil Chopra, with a team of experienced hoteliers, The Postcard Hotel has redefined modern Indian hospitality through its philosophy of intimate, immersive, and destination-led experiences. Each of its 11 properties across India, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka reflects the local culture and surroundings — from tranquil beaches to lush hillsides and heritage enclaves. Guests enjoy unparalleled flexibility, including anytime check-in and check-out, and breakfast served at leisure, ensuring a stay that feels personal and unhurried. Deepening Etihad’s Commitment to India This announcement further highlights Etihad’s ongoing investment in India — from strategic partnerships and sponsorships with Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai City FC, to locally inspired cuisine and Hindi-language digital experiences reaffirming its long-standing relationship with the Indian traveller. India remains one of Etihad’s most important markets, with more than two decades of operations and a rapidly expanding base of Etihad Guest members. The airline operates 185 flights per week to 11 Indian gateways, connecting travellers seamlessly between India, Abu Dhabi, and destinations across its global network. Etihad Guest continues to expand its global partner ecosystem, offering members the opportunity to earn and redeem Miles across an extensive network of travel and lifestyle brands . About Etihad Airways Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. To learn more, visit etihad.com. About The Postcard Hotel Founded in December 2018 by Kapil Chopra along with accomplished hospitality leaders Akanksha Lamba, Anirudh Kandpal and Raman Bansal, The Postcard Hotel was born of a desire to re-imagine luxury travel through design, authenticity and service. With a portfolio of luxury resorts across Goa, Kochi, Gir (Gujarat), Leh (Ladakh), Durrung Tea Estate (Assam), Maravanthe Beach (Karnataka), Thimpu (Bhutan), Galle (Sri Lanka), and Chitwan (Nepal) and beyond, the brand is known for crafting intimate and immersive stays that reflect their surroundings and offer understated refinement. The Postcard Hotel is now opening a new luxury hotel every quarter, making it the fastest growing hotel brand in the world. In a recent triumph at the World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2025 in Hong Kong, The Postcard Hotel was named Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel Brand 2025, with its distinctive properties across India collectively securing 11 prestigious awards—a testament to the brand’s growing leadership in luxury experiential hospitality.
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WPL 2026: Kapp, Wolvaardt, Jemimah Take DC To Playoffs, Beat UPW By Five Wickets (Ld)
With Niki Prasad: Laura Wolvaardt top-scored with 47 while Jemimah Rodrigues hit an unbeaten 34 as Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz by five wickets to secure a playoffs berth in the 2026 Womens Premier League (WPL) at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi on Sunday. Veteran pace bowling all-rounder Marizanne Kapp claimed three wickets as DC produced a disciplined bowling display to restrict UPW to 122/8. UPWs innings never found momentum, with Shikha Pandeys late cameo of 23 off 13 balls the only spark in an otherwise lacklustre effort. Simran Shaikh threatened to produce finishing fireworks with a brisk 22 before being dismissed, as DC picked wickets at regular intervals. DC were relentless, with Kapp, Chinelle Henry and Sree Charani sharing seven wickets to choke the scoring rate and deny UPW any breathing space, as they couldnt stitch together meaningful stands, with their stop-start batting exposing them yet again in the competition. DCs chase of 123 was far from straightforward, wobbling late when they needed 22 runs off as many balls with wickets tumbling. But Jemimah held her nerve to guide her side home with an unbeaten 34 off 18 deliveries to seal a tense game in DCs favour. Laura, meanwhile, steadied DCs innings initially in a knock laced with seven boundaries. UPW, who managed only 122/8 in their innings, were undone by their lack of runs and sloppy catching. Despite flashes of resistance, they never had enough on the board to seriously challenge DC. DC will now face Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator, while UP Warriorz and defending champions Mumbai Indians bow out of the competition. Chinelle Henry struck with the very first ball of the innings by trapping UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning lbw for a duck. Deepti Sharma and Charli Knott hit six boundaries between themselves, before an accurate Marizanne struck in her second over by removing Charli Knott with a short ball that cramped her for room and was caught behind. Marizanne ended the power-play by foxing Deepti with a slower ball and have her caught at cover. UPWs misery didnt end there as Harleen Deol struggled to get going, and was trapped lbw by Charani, while Deandra Dottin was also dismissed via lbw by Marizanne on review. Simran Shaikh tried to counterattack, cutting Kapp for four and later pulling Minnu Mani for back-to-back boundaries. But UPWs slide continued when Minnu Manis yorker surprised Shipra Giri and was caught by cover, while Simrans resistance ended when Chinelle had her caught at mid-off. Asha Sobhana briefly lifted spirits with a slog-sweep six off Sneh Rana, but Charani removed her by having her hole out to long-on. Shikha Pandey provided late fireworks, cutting Chinelle for four and pulling and thumping Nandni Sharma for two boundaries to make 23 not out off 13 balls, as DC ensured they held the upper hand at the halfway stage. DCs chase began on a wobbly note as Lizelle Lee miscued a slower delivery to mid-off against Deandra Dottin. Laura found her rhythm quickly, driving and pulling with authority. She was dropped twice - by Sophie Ecclestone and Asha Sobhana, and made the most of her reprieves. Shafali too began to open up after overturning an lbw decision on review, cutting and sweeping to keep the runs flowing. By the ninth over, the partnership had blossomed, with Laura striking four elegant boundaries off Kranti Gaud in the ninth over to push DC forward. The second-wicket stand of 73 runs ended when Deepti Sharma lured Laura into a lofted drive and was brilliantly caught by long-on. Shafali, who had struggled for fluency, fell soon after for 29, cutting Shikha Pandey straight to cover. From there, nervous faces increased in DC camp - Marizanne Kapp lofted Sophie to mid-off for a duck while Chinelle Henry was caught and bowled by Deepti. Shafali too began to open up after overturning an lbw decision on review, cutting and sweeping to keep the runs flowing. By the ninth over, the partnership had blossomed, with Laura striking four elegant boundaries off Kranti Gaud in the ninth over to push DC forward. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: UP Warriorz 122/8 in 20 overs (Deepti Sharma 24, Simran Shaikh 22; Marizanne Kapp 3-30, Sree Charani 2-22) lost to Delhi Capitals 126/5 in 18.4 overs (Laura Wolvaardt 47, Jemimah Rodrigues 34 not out; Deepti Sharma 2-27, Shikha Pandey 1-17) by five wickets Article Source: IANS
Delhi scrape through tense chase, knock out Mumbai to enter WPL Eliminator
Delhi Capitals secured a spot in the WPL Eliminator by defeating UP Warriorz by five wickets. Chasing a modest 123, Delhi's chase saw a mid-innings wobble but captain Jemimah Rodrigues' unbeaten 34 guided them home. This victory also eliminated defending champions Mumbai Indians from the tournament. Delhi will now face Gujarat Giants in the semi-final.
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WPL 2026: Unchanged DC Elect To Bowl First Against UPW, Dottin Comes In
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: An unchanged Delhi Capitals have won the toss and elected to bowl first against UP Warriorz in a decisive WPL 2026 clash at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi on Sunday. The situation is simple for DC - a win takes them to 8 points and secures the final spot in the playoffs, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Giants have already entered. But if DC lose, they are likely to be knocked out because defending champions Mumbai Indians have a better net run rate. After winning the toss, DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues felt the pitch could play better in the second innings. I think the team's pretty motivated. As a captain, to be honest, it's an easy job to lead this team because they're making me feel a lot at home. But I think the energy, the intensity, and the way we play our cricket is going to stay the same and there's no more negotiable for that. To be honest, it's always there in the back of the mind but I think we play our best cricket when we keep things really simple, stuck to what's in our control, stuck to playing the best cricket we possibly can and I know on the day our team plays the best cricket, nobody can defeat us, she said. Jemimah also admitted that the leadership stint at DC has aided her growth as a human being in WPL 2026. I think over the last few weeks, I feel like I've grown a lot more than I've ever grown in the years. But I think firstly, credit goes to my team, to the coach JB (Jonathan Batty) and our entire support staff and the players because they've released a lot of load off me. At the same time, I think for me, every game has been such a big learning and I think that's going to help me so much more in my cricketing career here, she said. UPW captain Meg Lanning said they have made three changes to their playing eleven Shipra Giri, Deandra Dottin and Charli Knott come in place of Shweta Sehrawat, Amy Jones and Chloe Tryon. The other night we got off to a reasonable start. We just couldn't finish it off. So there's some positives there. So hopefully we can put together the full 20 tonight. A little bit of both. Obviously, we still want to win the game. Everybody's very competitive and we want to get a win to finish, but we will give a couple of people opportunities tonight as well just to see what they've got, bring a bit of fresh energy to the team and hopefully it gets us the result. Fingers crossed, that's the winning combination, she said. Playing XIs Everybody's very competitive and we want to get a win to finish, but we will give a couple of people opportunities tonight as well just to see what they've got, bring a bit of fresh energy to the team and hopefully it gets us the result. Fingers crossed, that's the winning combination, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score UP Warriorz: Meg Lanning (captain), Simran Shaikh, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Shipra Giri (wk), Deandra Dottin, Charli Knott, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana Joy, Shikha Pandey, and Kranti Gaud Article Source: IANS
Union Budget 2026 proposes high-speed rail corridors from Hyderabad
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FM proposes 7 high speed railway corridors, one freight corridor in Budget
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Railways: FM Proposes Seven High-Speed, One Dedicated Freight Corridors In Union Budget
New Delhi, Feb 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday proposed seven high-speed corridors among various cities and a new dedicated freight corridor between Dankuni in West Bengal and Surat in Gujarat in the Union Budget for 2026-27. In order to promote an environmentally-sustainable passenger system, we will develop seven high-speed rail corridors between cities as growth connectors, she said while presenting the Union Budget. According to the minister, these proposed corridors will be developed between Mumbai and Pune, Pune [] The post Railways: FM Proposes Seven High-Speed, One Dedicated Freight Corridors In Union Budget appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Announces Setting Up Of One Girls Hostel In Every District
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Chhari-Dhand Bird Sanctuary becomes Gujarats fifth Ramsar site
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Harmanpreet and Devine take back WPL 2026 Orange and Purple Caps
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WPL 2024: Mumbai Indians Lacked Consistency, Poor Start Hurt Campaign, Says Coach Lisa Keightley
Mumbai Indians head coach Lisa Keightley admitted that the defending champions never found consistency, and a poor start affected their campaign in the Women's Premier League (WPL). MI suffered an 11-run defeat against the Gujarat Giants at BCA Stadium on Friday. The loss defeat further dented the Mumbai Indians' chances of qualifying for the playoffs. We definitely struggled early to get going. Injuries and sicknesses to key players made things tough, and we had to adjust combinations more than we wanted. We could not build the partnerships needed to gain momentum, which put us under pressure straight away. Losing matches early in the tournament was not ideal. Keightley said to the media after the loss. Mumbais difficulties began even before the opening match when all-rounder Hayley Matthews sustained a quad niggle during a practice game after arriving in India. Keightley admitted that her absence for the opening matches forced the team to abandon its planned opening combination and go for a makeshift one, which continued throughout the season. We were very clear on what our lineup looked like going into the tournament. When Hayley was unavailable for the first few games, we had to work out new combinations. Replacing a world-class opening batter is never easy. Keightley said. After experimenting with several opening pairs from the start, Mumbai eventually backed S Sajana to partner with Matthews at the top of the order. Keightley praised the Indian all-rounder for adapting to a new role under pressure. We feel Sajana and Hayley are our best options at the top. She started the tournament very well in a different role and then had to make adjustments for the team. Facing world-class bowlers is never easy, but she prepared well and put the team first, she said. The head coach also focused on what went wrong for the team against the Giants. She felt that the two overs in which they conceded 36 runs were the turning point. The two overs after their time-out were a big shift. We had things under control until then, but that phase changed the game, she said. Keightley credited the opposition for handling the key moments better in the second innings when Harmanpreet Kaur was playing a brilliant knock. They bowled really well and were simply better than us when it mattered, she said. The two overs after their time-out were a big shift. We had things under control until then, but that phase changed the game, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For the first time in four WPL seasons, their qualification fate is now dependent on the result of another match, with a bottom-placed clash between Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz on Sunday set to decide their progress. Article Source: IANS
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WPL 2026: To Be Going Into The Playoffs With This Group Of Players Is Really Pleasing, Says Gardner
Skipper Ashleigh Gardner: Gujarat Giants finally broke their eight-match losing streak against Mumbai Indians by registering their first-ever win over the defending champions to book their spot in 2026 WPL playoffs. Skipper Ashleigh Gardner said she was pretty pleased to enter the playoffs with the current bunch of players. Obviously really happy with that performance. We knew this game was almost like a quarterfinal to make the playoffs, so there was a lot riding on it. There were plenty of positives to take. Like you said, the stats told one story, but we knew today was a new game. Wed played some really good cricket against them earlier and just couldnt get over the line. We believed what we were doing would work - we just needed to sustain it for longer. To be going into the playoffs with this group of players is really pleasing, said Gardner in the post-match presentation ceremony. Explaining the decision to bat first, Ashleigh said, I think it was a bit of both. Weve won all our games batting first, so theres confidence in that. If you look at our batting lineup, we want to take the game on in the powerplay and really set things up early, knowing weve got firepower through the middle and late order. If we can maximise those phases, it puts us in a strong position. I still think we couldve pushed the total a bit more, if Im being critical. But the bowlers did a fantastic job - taking wickets in clumps really stalls the run rate. With Kaur out there at the end, we all know how damaging she can be, so were pleased to have got the win, she said. Ashleigh also praised her bowling unit and singled out Georgia Warehams contribution. A bit of both. We saw that variation was key - the spinners played a big role, especially when the pace was taken off. Early on, the ball was gripping and turning, but once the dew sets in, it tends to skid on. We always talk about keeping the stumps in play for as long as possible. It sounds cliche, but on a black-soil wicket like this, the ball can shoot through and stay low. You want all modes of dismissal in play rather than bowling wide and letting batters settle. So for us, it was about keeping the plan really simple and executing it well. We know the world-class player Georgia is. Weve seen it in the Big Bash back home, where she led from the front for the Renegades with both bat and ball. Ive played a lot of cricket with her for Australia, so we know her capabilities. Its about giving her the best opportunity to play the role we want her to play - coming in through the middle, taking the game away from the bowlers. And shes one of the best leg-spinners in the world, so giving her the freedom to attack and take wickets in that middle phase was key. She did that brilliantly today, she elaborated. Mumbai skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, who fought valiantly with an unbeaten 82, rued the lack of support from the other end. For the first six overs, we werent able to execute our batting plans. Unfortunately, we lost an early wicket and couldnt score enough runs. We were hoping to build two solid partnerships, but sadly today we didnt have any impactful ones, she said. Reflecting on her mindset during the chase, Harmanpreet stated, I kept telling myself that I had to keep batting. At the other end, I was definitely looking for support, but unfortunately today no one was able to provide that. These things happen in games where theres a lot of pressure. Sometimes the team isnt able to execute the plans. Overall though, it was a good game. On MIs fielding lapses, Harmanpreet admitted, Yes, while fielding we did miss a few chances. I think we gave away around 16-17 extra runs, and that cost us. Still, we have a very good batting side. If there had been even one partnership with me, I think it could have changed the scenario. We tried our level best, but unfortunately we couldnt win the game. Reflecting on her mindset during the chase, Harmanpreet stated, I kept telling myself that I had to keep batting. At the other end, I was definitely looking for support, but unfortunately today no one was able to provide that. These things happen in games where theres a lot of pressure. Sometimes the team isnt able to execute the plans. Overall though, it was a good game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Despite the setback, Harmanpreet remained optimistic about MIs playoffs chances. Yes, I like to focus on things that are in my control. If things go our way, well be very happy. The good thing is that the tournament is still on. Lets see what happens tomorrow. Today was something we wanted to focus on more, but unfortunately we couldnt do what we had planned. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Harmanpreets 82 Not Out In Vain As Gujarat Giants Seal Playoffs Spot (Ld)
But Harmanpreet Kaur: Eight straight defeats to Mumbai Indians and a rivalry that had become their biggest stumbling block the odds were stacked up against Gujarat Giants when their decisive WPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians arrived at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, on Friday. The winner would go to playoffs, while the loser would have to wait till Sunday to see if they would be in the tournament or not. When it mattered the most, GG finally broke the MI hoodoo becoming ninth time lucky by holding their nerve to script an 11-run win, their first ever against Mumbai, and punched their ticket to the WPL 2026 playoffs. Opting to bat first on a sluggish pitch, GG posted 167/4, thanks to skipper Ashleigh Gardners 46 and Georgia Warehams unbeaten 44. The pairs 71-run stand off 43 balls lifted GG past the 165-run mark, giving their bowlers a cushion to defend. MI faltered early in their chase as they slipped to 37/3 in seven overs. But Harmanpreet Kaur, the mighty MI skipper, staged a gusty fightback with a composed 82 not out off 48 balls - her sixth fifty against GG laced with eight fours and four sixes. But with wickets falling from the other end, Harmanpreet had to wage a lone battle, as GG sealed their advancement to the playoffs by keeping MI to 156/7. For GG, Sophie Devine and Georgia picked two wickets apiece as the side held their nerve in a tense finish - Ashleigh defended 26 runs in the final over, despite being hit for two sixes by Harmanpreet. With a playoffs spot secured, GG celebrated the victorious moment by waving to their home crowd. GG didnt have the best of starts they lost Beth Mooney for five, caught splendidly by Sajeevan Sajana at mid-wicket off Shabnim Ismail in the third over. Sophie and Anushka Sharma then steadied the innings with a 48-run stand. Devine struck three boundaries in her 25, while Anushka looked fluent in hitting four fours and a six in making 33. But both fell in successive overs to Amelia and Nat Sciver-Brunt Anushka miscued the googly to long-on while Sophie pulled straight to deep mid-wicket. With GG at 71/3, Ashleigh and Georgia took their time to rebuild, before striking boundaries at will. Ashleigh upped the ante when she struck Hayley Matthews for three fours and a six in the 16th over. She and Georgia then hit Shabnim for two boundaries each to bring the innings back on track. Though Ashleigh fell in the 18th over, Georgia nailed a four and six off Nat to ensure GG went past 165-mark. Chasing 168, Hayley Matthews opened her account with a boundary off Renuka Singh in the very first over, while Sajeevan Sajana flicked, cut and lofted to pick three quick boundaries. The breakthrough for GG came in the fifth over when had Hayley chopping on to her stumps for six. Sajana was next to fall miscuing to mid-off against Kashvee Gautam, before Nat pulled straight to mid-wicket off Sophie. Harmanpreet walked in under pressure and immediately looked assured by taking boundaries off Georgia and Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Amelia Kerr provided support by cutting and pulling to get her boundaries. But Georgia broke the 45-run stand in the 12th over when Amelia went for a cut, but was smartly caught by Beth Mooney behind the stumps. Harmanpreet, however, continued to anchor the chase slog-sweeping and driving her way, before sweeping Rajeshwari for six to bring up her 11th WPL fifty and sixth against GG. But GG fought back when Amanjot Kaur was stumped off Rajeshwari in the 17th over, while Sanskriti Gupta fell lbw to Wareham without scoring. Harmanpreet walked in under pressure and immediately looked assured by taking boundaries off Georgia and Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Amelia Kerr provided support by cutting and pulling to get her boundaries. But Georgia broke the 45-run stand in the 12th over when Amelia went for a cut, but was smartly caught by Beth Mooney behind the stumps. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Giants 167/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 46, Georgia Wareham 44 not out; Amelia Kerr 2-26, Shabnim Ismail 1-29) beat Mumbai Indians 156/7 in 20 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 82 not out, Sajeevan Sajana 26; Sophie Devine 2-23, Georgia Wareham 2-26) by 11 runs Article Source: IANS
Harmanpreet 82* in vain as GG break MI jinx and seal Eliminator spot - ESPN
Harmanpreet 82* in vain as GG break MI jinx and seal Eliminator spot ESPN
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Seal Eliminator Berth With First-Ever Win Over Mumbai Indians - NDTV Sports
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Seal Eliminator Berth With First-Ever Win Over Mumbai Indians NDTV Sports
WPL 2026: Harmanpreets 82 Not Out In Vain As GG Enter Playoffs With 11-run Win Over MI
Harmanpreet Kaur: Harmanpreet Kaur brought out her big-hitting mode yet again by hitting 82 not out. But it went in vain as Gujarat Giants entered the 2026 WPL playoffs with an 11-run win over Mumbai Indians at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, on Friday. Opting to bat first, GG posted 167/4, thanks to skipper Ashleigh Gardners 46 and Georgia Warehams unbeaten 44. The pairs 71-run stand lifted the Giants past the 165-run mark, giving their bowlers a cushion to defend. MI faltered early in their chase as they slipped to 37/3 in seven overs. But Harmanpreet staged a gusty fightback with a composed 82 not out off 48 balls - her sixth fifty against GG laced with eight fours and four sixes. But with wickets falling from the other end, Harmanpreet had to wage a lone battle, as GG ended a run of eight straight defeats to MI something which came at a crucial stage of the season. For GG, Sophie Devine and Georgia picked two wickets apiece as GG held their nerve in a tense finish, while Ashleigh defended 26 runs in the final over, despite being hit for two sixes by Harmanpreet. With a playoffs spot secured, GG celebrated the victorious moment by waving to their home crowd. Chasing 168, Hayley Matthews opened her account with a boundary off Renuka Singh in the very first over, while Sajeevan Sajana flicked, cut and lofted to pick three quick boundaries. The breakthrough for GG came in the fifth over when had Hayley chopping on to her stumps for six. Sajana was next to fall miscuing to mid-off against Kashvee Gautam, before Nat Sciver-Brunt pulled straight to mid-wicket off Sophie. Harmanpreet Kaur walked in under pressure and immediately looked assured by taking boundaries off Georgia and Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Amelia Kerr provided support by cutting and pulling to get her boundaries. But Georgia broke the 45-run stand in the 12th over when Amelia went for a cut, but was smartly caught by Beth Mooney behind the stumps. Harmanpreet, however, continued to anchor the chase slog-sweeping and driving her way, before sweeping Rajeshwari for six to bring up her 11th WPL fifty and sixth against GG. But GG fought back when Amanjot Kaur was stumped off Rajeshwari in the 17th over, while Sanskriti Gupta fell lbw to Wareham without scoring. Harmanpreet Kaur walked in under pressure and immediately looked assured by taking boundaries off Georgia and Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Amelia Kerr provided support by cutting and pulling to get her boundaries. But Georgia broke the 45-run stand in the 12th over when Amelia went for a cut, but was smartly caught by Beth Mooney behind the stumps. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Giants 167/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 46, Georgia Wareham 44 not out; Amelia Kerr 2-26, Shabnim Ismail 1-29) beat Mumbai Indians 156/7 in 20 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 82 not out, Sajeevan Sajana 26; Sophie Devine 2-23, Georgia Wareham 2-26) by 11 runs Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Giants end Mumbai Indians jinx with 11-run thriller to reach WPL Eliminator
Gujarat Giants ended their losing streak against Mumbai Indians with an 11-run victory, securing a spot in the WPL Eliminator. Skipper Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham's crucial partnership and bowling efforts were instrumental in the win. Harmanpreet Kaur's unbeaten 82 went in vain as Mumbai fell short.
WPL 2026: Gardners 46, Warehams 44 Not Out Takes GG To Competitive 167/4
Skipper Ashleigh Gardner: Skipper Ashleigh Gardner struck 46 while Georgia Wareham remained unbeaten on 44 as Gujarat Giants posted a competitive 167/4 against Mumbai Indians in a decisive 2026 Womens Premier League (WPL) clash at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, on Friday. On a sluggish surface, Gujarat lost Beth Mooney early before Sophie Devine and Anushka Sharma steadied the innings. After both departed in quick succession, Ashleigh and Georgia rebuilt with a composed 71-run stand off 43 balls. Though Ashleigh fell four runs short of a half-century after being stumped off Amelia Kerr, MIs standout bowler with 2-26, Georgia landed some important boundaries to take GG past 165-run mark, as 61 runs came off the last five overs. The total may test MIs formidable batting line-up, considering GGs good knack in terms of defending totals. Sent in to batting first, GG lost skipper Beth Mooney for five, caught splendidly by Sajeevan Sajana at mid-wicket off Shabnim Ismail in the third over. Sophie and Anushka then steadied the innings with a 48-run stand. Devine struck three boundaries in her 25, while Anushka looked fluent with four fours and a six in making 33. Both fell in successive overs to Amelia and Nat Sciver-Brunt Anushka miscued the googly to long-on while Sophie pulled straight to deep mid-wicket. Sent in to batting first, GG lost skipper Beth Mooney for five, caught splendidly by Sajeevan Sajana at mid-wicket off Shabnim Ismail in the third over. Sophie and Anushka then steadied the innings with a 48-run stand. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Gujarat Giants 167/4 in 20 overs (Ashleigh Gardner 46, Georgia Wareham 44 not out; Amelia Kerr 2-26, Shabnim Ismail 1-29) against Mumbai Indians Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: We Still Havent Played Our Best Game Of Cricket Yet, Says GGs Wareham
Gujarat Giants: Gujarat Giants leg-spin bowling all-rounder Georgia Wareham said her side still has room for improvement despite strong recent performances in the 2026 Womens Premier League (WPL), stressing that both batting and bowling units are yet to deliver their best game. To be honest, all facets, I think. Weve started really well in the powerplay with the bat over the last couple of games. Sophie (Devine) has been unbelievable at the top for us. We probably just havent quite finished our innings with the bat in hand. Its been a little bit similar with the ball as well, weve let a few things slip towards the back end of the innings. But honestly, probably a little bit everywhere. We still havent played our best game of cricket yet. It probably gives us a little bit of freedom with the bat, not having a total in mind. It leaves all possibilities open, and weve defended quite well with the ball, Georgia told broadcasters ahead of the clash against Mumbai Indians at the BCA Stadium. The winner of Fridays clash will seal their spot in the playoffs, while the loser would be forced to wait till the result of Delhi Capitals-UP Warriorz clash to know their future progress in the competition. Georgia also revealed the new nickname for Sophie, who has been a clutch death bowler for GG as seen from her stopping Delhi Capitals twice from completing a chase in the final over. Weve seen how well Sophies been bowling, especially in the last couple of overs against DC - they were incredibly clutch from her. But I think weve done quite well as a bowling unit, winning those tight moments when defending. The winner of Fridays clash will seal their spot in the playoffs, while the loser would be forced to wait till the result of Delhi Capitals-UP Warriorz clash to know their future progress in the competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked what would be the key for her to excel in Vadodara, Georgia said, I think its been pretty well documented, just hitting the stumps as much as you possibly can. Especially with the variable bounce out here and the potential for spin. Most of the dismissals have been bowled or LBW, and the lower strike rates come when were hitting the stumps. So as bowlers, thats what weve got to try and do. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Giants bat first against Mumbai Indians for a spot in the Eliminator
The winner of the game between GG and MI will seal their place in the Eliminator
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants elect to bat against MI in virtual quarterfinal
Both teams remained unchanged in their last league match of the season which is a virtual quarterfinal with the winners set to advance into Tuesdays (February 3, 2026) Eliminator
WPL 2026: Both Teams Unchanged As Gujarat Giants Elect To Bat Against Mumbai Indians
Renuka Singh Thakur: An unchanged Gujarat Giants won the toss and elected to bat first against Mumbai Indians in a decisive Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 clash at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, on Friday. The winner of Fridays clash will seal their spot in the playoffs. Second-placed Gujarat Giants are yet to beat third-ranked Mumbai Indians in the WPL so far. We just have to look at the games that weve won. Weve always set a really good marker early on in our innings. Ultimately, were basically playing a quarterfinal here, so we know we have to do both skills really well. But I think we can set the game up with the bat in hand and then hopefully try and defend it with the ball. The past is the past, and we just need to focus on what the present looks like. I know when we play really good cricket, we win games of cricket. We just have to reflect on the last game we played against these guys. We put on 190 and obviously werent able to defend it, but there are so many positives we can take out of that game, and also positives from this season. The stats speak for themselves, but I think we have a great opportunity tonight to try and change that, said GG skipper Ashleigh Gardner. Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur said she was wishing to bowl first. We wanted to bowl, so Im glad weve got that opportunity because as a team thats what we all decided. Its a great opportunity for us to start with a good powerplay. If were able to get a few wickets, that will be a great win for us. I feel every match is a new match. Every day is a new day. I know we have a great record, but at the same time, every day we have to come and play good cricket against them. Today is another day where we want to play good cricket, she said. Playing XIs If were able to get a few wickets, that will be a great win for us. I feel every match is a new match. Every day is a new day. I know we have a great record, but at the same time, every day we have to come and play good cricket against them. Today is another day where we want to play good cricket, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Mumbai Indians: Hayley Matthews, Sajeevan Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Rahila Firdous (wicketkeeper), Sanskriti Gupta, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, and Poonam Khemnar Article Source: IANS
WPL: Mumbai Indians face Gujarat Giants in a must-win playoff encounter
WPL qualification scenarios: What GG, MI, DC and UPW need to reach playoffs
Grace Harris's stellar all-round show propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to the top, securing a direct WPL final berth. The playoff race intensifies with Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals vying for two spots. UP Warriorz face a daunting challenge, needing massive wins and favorable results to advance.
MI W vs GG W Live Streaming: Defending champions Mumbai Indians meet Gujarat Giants today in a vital WPL 2026 clash. Gujarat Giants aim for a third consecutive win to secure their playoff spot. Mumbai Indians also have a chance to qualify with a victory. The match takes place at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Live coverage is available on Star Sports and JioHotstar.
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On the eve of Anti Leprosy Day, Gujarat has reported significant progress in its fight against leprosy, bringing disease prevalence below the elimination threshold of one case per 10,000 population in 25 districts, official
Kaurs MI take on Gujarat Giants in must-win WPL clash today
Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, take on Gujarat Giants in a crucial Womens Premier League clash, with the Giants aiming to secure a playoff spot and MI relying on a strong Net Run Rate advantage
Having got a tiger, how Gujarat is ensuring it stays in state - The Indian Express
Having got a tiger, how Gujarat is ensuring it stays in state The Indian Express
Assam Petro-Chemicals inks MoU with Deendayal Port for 150 TPD e-methanol plant at Kandla port
Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd and Deendayal Port Authority have signed an MoU to establish a 150 TPD e-Methanol plant at Kandla Port, Gujarat. This Rs 1,200 crore project aims to boost India's clean energy and green shipping transition, creating 3,500 jobs and positioning Kandla as a key green fuel supply point.
VMC will close three roads for sewerage work
Royal group seeks venue, date change for BCA polls
Robbers invade house, stab and rob man in Lunawada village
BJP announces new office bearers for city unit
Dogs attack schoolboy in Subhanpura
Trailer rams into industrial estate gate on NH-48, one injured
SIR in Gujarat: 6.88 lakh seek inclusion, 9.88 lakh deletion in electoral rolls
Officials said the final decision on additions and deletions will be taken after verification of the applications and supporting documents
A significant milestone for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has been achieved with the completion of a 100-meter steel bridge in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This 13th steel bridge in the state was ingeniously designed to span over an underground metro tunnel, ensuring no load transfer.
