Highlights | MI-W vs UP-W, WPL 2023 Eliminator Match Today, Cricket Score: Issy Wong, Nat Sciver-Brunt Power Mumbai Indians To 72-Run Win vs UP Warriorz, Set To Play Final Against Delhi Capitals

Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz, Women's Premier League 2023 Eliminator Match Cricket Scorecard: Nat Sciver-Brunt's superb fifty followed by Issy Wong's hat-trick helped MI beat UPW by 72 runs. Harmanpreet Kaur's side will play the final against Delhi Capitals.

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Mumbai Indians booked their spot in the final on Sunday with a dominant display against UPW. The focus was on the Australians in the UPW team, with Healy, McGrath, and Harris expected to chase down a big score. However, it was the English bowler Issy Wong who stole the show with her fast and straight bowling. She took a hat-trick that turned the game in favor of MIW, with Healy falling early to set the tone. While Kiran Navgire batted well, the other UPW players struggled to make a significant contribution. MIW captain Kaur's proactive changes worked to perfection, particularly her decision to bring Wong back to the attack to take the crucial hat-trick that hastened the end of the game.

MIW's batters played exceptionally well, setting a big total on a ground that favored chasing. And the MIW bowlers were equally impressive, bowling superbly to secure their place in the final. Their performance was even more remarkable considering the pitch conditions, which were not ideal for the bowlers. But they rose to the occasion and delivered when it mattered the most.

24 March 2023

22:50 IST

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MI vs UP-W LIVE: Delhi to face MI in final

MIW secured a well-deserved spot in the final on Sunday, following a convincing victory over UPW. The focus was on Australians Healy, McGrath, and Harris, as they chased a big score. However, it was English bowler Issy Wong who stole the show with her fast and straight bowling, taking a hat-trick that turned the game in favor of MIW. Wong dismissed Healy early, setting the tone for the game. Apart from Kiran Navgire, who batted powerfully, the other UPW players failed to contribute significantly. MIW captain Kaur made proactive changes, which worked well, particularly bringing Wong back to take a hat trick that hastened the end of the game. MIW batted excellently and bowled superbly to secure their place in the final. The game took place on a ground that favoured chasing, making their performance even more impressive.