Delhi Capitals (DC) registered a dominant six-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants (GG), propelling themselves to the top of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 standings. After winning the toss, Delhi opted to field first, a decision that paid off handsomely as the Giants struggled to put up a competitive total. The Giants managed only 127/9 in their allotted 20 overs, a target that Delhi comfortably chased down in just 15.3 overs. Jess Jonassen’s stunning 61 not out off 32 deliveries played a crucial role in securing Delhi’s emphatic win.
Delhi Capitals’ bowlers decimate Gujarat Giants’ batting line-up
The match started on a disastrous note for the Giants as Delhi’s bowlers ripped through their top order in the powerplay. Shikha Pandey and Marizanne Kapp were ruthless with the new ball, sending back Harleen Deol (5), Phoebe Litchfield (0), Beth Mooney (10) and Kashvee Gautam (0) within the first five overs. Gujarat found themselves reeling at 20/4, struggling to stitch together any significant partnership. Even as Deandra Dottin (26) tried to stabilize the innings, Titas Sadhu struck to remove Ashleigh Gardner, leaving the Giants in deeper trouble. Annabel Sutherland then delivered another blow by dismissing Dottin, ensuring the Giants never recovered from their early collapse. In the end, despite some resistance from the lower order, the Giants could only muster 127 runs for the loss of nine wickets.
Jess Jonassen and Shafali Verma seal the win
Delhi’s chase began with an early hiccup as captain Meg Lanning was dismissed for just 3 runs by Gautam in the fourth over. However, the duo of Shafali Verma and Jonassen quickly steadied the ship. They built a solid 74-run partnership, with Verma leading the charge initially, scoring 44 off 27 balls, including five fours and three sixes. Once Verma departed, Jonassen took over, accelerating the chase with a commanding innings. Her blistering 61 not out off 32 deliveries, featuring eight fours and two sixes, made the chase a mere formality. Jemimah Rodrigues played a supporting role, contributing five runs before falling, but by then, Delhi were firmly in control. Jonassen’s finishing touch ensured Delhi reached the target with 27 balls to spare, marking a comprehensive victory.
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Delhi surge to the top of the WPL 2025 points table
With this emphatic victory, Delhi climbed to the top of the WPL 2025 points table, leapfrogging their rivals. They now have six points and a strong net run rate, making them the team to beat in the tournament. This win also highlighted Delhi’s well-rounded squad, with bowlers setting the platform and batters sealing the deal efficiently. Meanwhile, The Giants’ struggles continue as they remain near the bottom, needing a significant turnaround in their upcoming matches to stay in contention. As the tournament progresses, Delhi will look to maintain their winning momentum and secure a spot in the playoffs, while the Giants will have to reassess their strategies to bounce back strongly.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
JJ, you rockstar 🎸❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/ZZEgpQBaZc
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) February 25, 2025
Only players to score a 50 & take a 4 wicket haul in WPL history
Ellyse Perry
Deepti Sharma
Grace HarrisJESS JONASSEN#WPL #WPL2025 #DCvGG
— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) February 25, 2025
Love new No. 3 from DC. Jess Jonassen is experienced batter. she deserved to bat higher up. She used to open for aus. This should continue.#DCvGG #WPL2025
— Ankush (@JustCricAK) February 25, 2025
This innings from Jess johanson is the best by a DC player this season, excellent innings. Good to see her back in form both from bat and ball. DC plays the best when Kapp and jess are in form and both of them have picked the form. We have to keep the momentum going.#WPL2025
— JFM SSN 🌟🌟 (@ganeshgupta_28) February 25, 2025
What an amazing knock by Jess Jonassen! A very comfortable win for DCW today, with Shafali giving a solid start and the bowling unit, great job to restrict GGW to a low score.
— 𝒑. (@ssnoozemode) February 25, 2025
Delhi Capitals crush Gujarat Giants to take the no.1 spot in WPL 2025 points table! 🔥
Jess Jonassen’s blistering 61 not out off 32 delivers a resounding win in the 128-run chase! 💥🏏#WPL #WPL2025 #cricket pic.twitter.com/e0cDyWBAQB
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 25, 2025
Table toppers! 🔝😎 DC seal the chase in style, becoming the first team with 3️⃣ wins this season! 👌🔥#TATAWPL | #DCvGG | #WPL2025 https://t.co/itXF9DDlw9
— வேல் செ (@vmani326) February 25, 2025
Top of the table. Enough said. 😎🎤 @DelhiCapitals #PUMAxDC #GGvDC pic.twitter.com/LhBFKiWVeT
— PUMA Cricket (@pumacricket) February 25, 2025
Congratulations Delhi Capitals Women on winning the match against Gujarat Giants Women.. Jess just made the easiest of chase ..
— 2🤖0👽2😈5👾 (@0xmani777) February 25, 2025
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