Historically, Mumbai Indians dominated Gujarat Giants, who have won all four previous encounters, including an exciting last ball robbery in 2024. However, GG has shown early promise in this edition and will be happy to turn the tide when they are compared to the 2023 are confronted champions on Tuesday. In contrast to their slow starts in 2024, where they had to wait five games for a victory, GG registered their first victory in just their second game this time, and beat Warriorz comfortably. However, their death bowling remains a point of care, where RCB 79 runs the last 4.3 overs in their opening match and UPW 26 in the last eight deliveries of their innings.
Ashleigh Gardner, the captain of GG, will be looking for stronger versions from the top order after their top three combined for only 22 points against UPW. On the other hand, Deandra Dottin had an immediate impact in her first WPL season, with an explosive rate in both trips. Her finishing bravery can be the key if GG hopes to break their mi jinx.
The Mi campaign began with a limited loss against Delhi Capitals, marred by three controversial running decisions. Despite a flying start led by Nat Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 80 and HarmanPreet Kaur's 42, stuttered Mi to 164, with four of their top seven batters who fell for single-digit scores. The team will be looking for more consistent contributions in the Batting Line -up against GG.
Bowling remains the greatest power of Mi, with four of the top six all-time WPL-Wicket-Takers in their team: Hayley Matthews (25), Saika Ishaque (24), Amelia Kerr (24) and Sciver brunt (21) . Their experience and depth will be crucial to prevent the Batting -Line -Up from GG.
After a modest Ashes campaign, Sciver brunt returned to form with a smooth 80* against Delhi. Mi will hope for another competition -winning knock.
Gardner, the only GG player who has reached the 300-run, 20-Wicket Double in WPL history, she will be the key with both bat and ball.
Deandra Dottin has so far been a game changer and scored fast runs in the middle order with an impressive strike rate of 187.09.
The Mi captain led from the front with a sizzling 95 in their last meeting against GG. Her leadership and stability of middle order will be vital.
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