THIS is what former Indian Woman cricketer has to say about Delhi Capitals victory over Mumbai Indians in WPL 2025

Former Indian cricketer praises Delhi Capitals’ thrilling victory over Mumbai Indians in WPL 2025, highlighting key performances and game-changing moments. Read full insights!

New Delhi: Speaking exclusively on Amul Cricket Live on JioHotstar, Mithali Raj reflected on the intense clash between MI and DC: “What a game! The kind of contest we witnessed today was truly special. Last night’s match was all about high scores, big chases, and powerful hitting. But today, it was a battle of nerves and intensity. The momentum kept swinging back and forth so frequently that right until the final delivery, no one could confidently predict the outcome.”

Delhi Capitals’ thrilling victory was built on a strong foundation laid by Shafali Verma’s explosive start. However, it was Niki Prasad’s composed 35-run knock that proved to be just as significant. Speaking on Amul Cricket Live on JioHotstar, Mithali Raj praised the young batter’s contribution, highlighting her ability to hold her ground despite wickets falling around her.

Prasad, who was playing her debut match, recently led India to victory in the ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup. Stepping into a high-pressure scenario, she displayed remarkable composure beyond her years. With solid support from Alice Capsey and Sarah Bryce, she ensured Delhi Capitals remained in the chase. In the final moments, needing two runs off two balls, Prasad attempted a big shot—an instinctive move that will only refine with experience. Nonetheless, her efforts were instrumental in the team’s success.

Shafali Verma’s Aggressive Approach

Mithali Raj also lauded Shafali Verma’s performance, emphasizing how the young opener never backs down from playing her natural attacking game. “From the second ball, she was in scoring mode, taking on the bowlers with confidence,” Raj noted. She pointed out that the only way to dismiss Shafali was by outthinking her, as fielding adjustments played a crucial role in her downfall.

As the opposition reshuffled their field setup—bringing mid-on up and pushing deep square leg back—Shafali attempted to clear mid-on but ended up handing her wicket to the fielder. Raj noted that such a moment showcases the fine margins in cricket, where small tactical shifts can lead to crucial breakthroughs.

Stacy-Ann King on Niki Prasad’s Performance

Former West Indian cricketer Stacy-Ann King also shared her thoughts on Niki Prasad’s impressive innings during Amul Cricket Live on JioHotstar. She pointed out that while Prasad had showcased her potential in India’s U-19 squad, she hadn’t had many opportunities to bat due to the presence of key players like G Trisha and Kamalini. However, in this game, Prasad seized her chance, overcoming initial shakiness to play some brilliant shots, making her mark in the Delhi Capitals lineup.

Mumbai Indians’ Costly Mistake

Analyzing Mumbai Indians’ performance, King highlighted a crucial misstep—MI’s failure to play the full 20 overs. Harmanpreet Kaur had acknowledged that the last five balls, where Mumbai didn’t bat out the overs, proved costly. Even a single run during that phase could have altered the outcome.

King emphasized that this was an opportunity for Mumbai Indians to reassess their approach, particularly when facing quality spinners. Small adjustments in such pressure-filled encounters can make a big difference in T20 cricket.

Hayley Matthews’ Impact with the Ball

King also praised Hayley Matthews for her performance with the ball. While the all-rounder picked up crucial wickets, including those of Shafali Verma and Sarah Bryce, she had also given away 15 runs before making those breakthroughs. Despite this, her ability to dismiss key batters at critical moments kept Mumbai in the contest.

Lessons for Both Teams

As the tournament progresses, both Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians have valuable lessons to take away from this intense encounter. Delhi will look to capitalize on their young talents like Prasad and Verma, while Mumbai must fine-tune their batting strategy to avoid losing wickets in crucial moments.

The match was a testament to the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, where every run, field placement, and strategic adjustment can make or break a game. With such high-intensity clashes, the Women’s Premier League continues to showcase thrilling cricket for fans around the world.