WPL thriller: Gujarat Giants edge Delhi Capitals by three runs as Devine defends last over

In a nail-biting Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 contest, Gujarat Giants defeated Delhi Capitals by three runs in Vadodara, sealing the result in the final over after a tense chase. The game, played at Kotambi Stadium, stayed alive until the last few balls, with the Capitals pushing hard but falling just short.

Sophie Devine was central to the Giants’ win, keeping her composure under pressure and defending the final over to close out a match that repeatedly swung in momentum. The victory also marked another win for Gujarat against Delhi in the season, underlining the Giants’ ability to execute in crunch moments.

How the finish unfolded

With the chase set up for a last-over sprint, Delhi needed a controlled finish, while Gujarat needed precise lengths and calm decision-making. Devine’s over delivered exactly that — disciplined lines, smart variation and field awareness — forcing the batters into lower-percentage shots and squeezing out the final runs needed.

Close games like this often pivot on small margins: a dot-ball sequence, a boundary prevented in the deep, or a well-timed change-up. Gujarat’s ability to manage those micro-moments helped them convert a narrow advantage into two points.

What it means for the league table

Beyond the immediate drama, the result adds momentum for Gujarat and puts extra pressure on Delhi to tighten their end-overs planning. With the league phase typically crowded and net run rate always in play, three-run matches can become season-defining in hindsight.

• Result: Gujarat Giants win by 3 runs
• Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
• Decisive phase: Sophie Devine’s final over under pressure
• Impact: Gujarat reinforce season edge over Delhi in a close finish