Mumbai Indians Women (MIW) continued their dominance in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) with a clinical performance against UP Warriorz (UPW), where key batting partnerships once again defined their success. Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt stitched together their fifth 50+ stand, cementing their place among WPL’s most consistent batting duos.
Matthews-Sciver Brunt match MI’s elite partnerships
With their latest half-century stand, Matthews and Sciver-Brunt joined elite company in WPL history, equaling Amelia Kerr-Harmanpreet Kaur and Yastika Bhatia-Hayley Matthews for the second-most 50+ partnerships (5). Delhi Capitals’ Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma remain the undisputed leaders with 11 such stands.
Mumbai’s batting has thrived on these consistent partnerships, and this match was no different. Matthews and Sciver-Brunt’s composed start ensured a smooth chase, reinforcing their value as one of the most reliable pairs for the team.
Kerr’s five-for wrecks UP Warriorz
Earlier, UP Warriorz, after opting to bat first, posted 150 runs, struggling against Mumbai’s disciplined attack. The turning point came when Amelia Kerr ran through the UPW lineup with a stunning five-wicket haul, ensuring the target remained within MIW’s comfort zone.
Current scorecard:
MI-W 132/3(15 overs)
Batters at strike:
Harmanpreet Kaur 3(5)
Amanjot Kaur 3(4)
UP-W
Deepti Sharma 3-18-0-0
