Gujarat Giants delivered a masterclass in Vadodara’s BCA Stadium, clinching a 45-run victory over UP Warriors that stands as their second-biggest win in WPL annals. The result catapults Giants into the second spot on the points table, underlining their status as serious contenders in Women’s Premier League 2026.
Electing to bat, Giants crafted 153/8, with skipper Sophie Devine’s unbeaten 50 off 42 balls – laced with three maximums and a couple of boundaries – proving decisive. Beth Mooney’s 38 off 34 balls added solidity, helping the team recover from early jolts. Warriors’ Sophie Ecclestone and Kranti Gaud snared two wickets each, yet Giants’ batters showed resilience.
The chase turned into a nightmare for UP Warriors, who were skittled for 108 in 17.3 overs. Litchfield’s 32 was the highest, with Tryon’s unbeaten 30 offering faint hope. But Gujarat’s attack was relentless: Renuka Thakur (2/??), Devine (2/??), and Rajeshwari Gayakwad (3/??) dismantled the lineup.
This isn’t the first time Giants have demolished Warriors by a huge margin. Back in 2025 in Lucknow, they won by 81 runs, posting 186/5 and restricting foes to 105. Warriors now hold the ignominious record of WPL’s second-lowest score at 108, trailing their own 105 against Giants and a 110 vs Mumbai Indians in 2023.
Match 14 of WPL 2026 highlighted Giants’ all-round strength. As the league progresses, UP Warriors must address their recurring low totals, while Gujarat builds momentum toward the playoffs with back-to-back statement wins.