WPL 2024: Harleen Deol, Sneh Rana's absence intensify Gujarat Giants' problems

After finishing last on the points table last year, Gujarat Giants are once again languishing at the bottom in the ongoing edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024. To make matters worse, the physical conditions of two of their experienced players, Harleen Deol and Sneh Rana, have become a concern.

Gujarat Giants suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the tournament on Sunday, March 3 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru against Delhi Capitals by 25 runs. Ahead of the match, while speaking to the broadcasters, legendary cricketer Anjum Chopra revealed that Harleen experienced discomfort in her thigh and her quadriceps. The former India batter also stated that Gujarat vice-captain Rana was ruled out due to illness.

Veteran Veda Krishnamurthy and Tarannum Pathan replaced the duo in the playing XI for the match against Capitals. However, both of them failed to make an impact. While Veda was dismissed for 12, Tarannum bowled one over and conceded 10 runs and managed only 9 runs with the bat.

Gujarat are yet to register their first win in WPL 2024. They have a dreadful net run-rate (NRR) of -1.804 and need a monumental miracle to reach the play-offs.

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Delhi Capitals reclaim top spot with win against Gujarat Giants

Meg Lanning and Co. registered their third win on the trot as they comprehensively defeated GG by 25 runs. The legendary skipper scored 55 off 41 balls to help her team post a total of 163/8 in their 20 overs. Alice Capsey (27 off 17) and Annabel Sutherland (20 off 12) played fine cameos to support their captain. Meghna Singh stood out with the ball for Gujarat as she picked up a four-for.

In reply, Beth Mooney's women finished at 138/8 in their 20 overs, thereby falling short by 25 runs. Ashleigh Gardner top-scored with a 31-ball 40. Jess Jonassen and Radha Yadav were excellent as they bagged three wickets apiece. Furthermore, Shikha Pandey and Arundhati Reddy also chipped in with one wicket each. Delhi returned to the top of the table with this win, displacing Mumbai Indians.

Also Check: WPL 2024 | Points Table