WPL 2024: Top Performances By Domestic Players In The Tournament [Week 3 And Finals]

WPL 2024: The Women’s Premier League (WPL) concluded with a crescendo of excitement as the Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched the coveted trophy, triumphing over the Delhi Capitals in a riveting encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Amidst the fervour of the past week of WPL 2024, it was the emergence of young, unheralded domestic stars that truly illuminated the tournament, leaving an indelible mark on the cricketing landscape.

Dayalan Hemalatha – Gujarat Giants

Hemalatha’s form throughout the WPL showcased her prowess as a dynamic batter, particularly in pressure situations even as Gujarat Giants largely struggled.

Hailing from a background of consistent performances in the domestic circuit, Hemalatha’s unbeaten knock of 74* against the Mumbai Indians exemplified her ability to anchor an innings with attacking strokeplay and precision.

Slotting in at number three, her blistering innings coming from just 40 balls stole the show, underlining her value as a match-winner for the Gujarat Giants.

A serial run-machine indeed! 💯👏

Dayalan Hemalatha smashes her way to 2000 runs in style. 👊#GujaratGiants #Adani #TATAWPL #MIvGG #BringItOn pic.twitter.com/62UonfAYtD

— Gujarat Giants (@Giant_Cricket) March 9, 2024

Bharti Fulmali – Gujarat Giants

Fulfilling the shoes of the injured Harleen Deol, Fulmali emerged as a formidable force in the WPL, leaving an indelible impact with her impeccable performances.

Whether it was her quickfire 21 off 13 deliveries against the Mumbai Indians or her composed 42 off 36 against the Delhi Capitals, Fulmali demonstrated a blend of aggression and composure that proved vital for the Gujarat Giants.

Her adaptability and resilience under pressure further solidified her position as a key contributor to her team’s success.

Bharti Fulmali and Kathryn Bryce took the attack to #DC

Together they put on 68 runs for @Giant_Cricket 👌

Live 💻📱https://t.co/qXiPrN1UKL#TATAWPL | #DCvGG pic.twitter.com/JciRPKQ8TV

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 13, 2024

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Shabnam Shakil – Gujarat Giants

Shabnam Shakil’s contribution to the Gujarat Giants’ campaign in WPL 2024 was nothing short of stellar, particularly during the latter stages of the tournament. The highlight of her performance came in the match against UP Warriorz, where the 16-year-old showcased her prowess with the ball by scalping three crucial wickets.

Her ability to dismiss formidable opponents such as Alyssa Healy, Chamari Athapaththu, and Shweta Sehrawat underscored her effectiveness as a potent weapon in the Giants’ bowling arsenal. Shakil’s consistency in maintaining an impeccable line and length further solidified her reputation as a valuable asset for her team.

What A Start 👏

Young Shabnam Shakil shocks #UPW with 2 big wickets in the first over

Live 💻 📱https://t.co/WHTYqs2Bd5#TATAWPL | #GGvUPW pic.twitter.com/KL4N47aofI

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 11, 2024

Priyanka Bala – Mumbai Indians

In the face of adversity during the match against RCB, Priyanka Bala emerged as a beacon of resilience for the Mumbai Indians. Tasked with shouldering the responsibility of wicket-keeping in place of Yastika Bhatia, Bala showcased her mettle with a crucial knock of 19 runs and also affected a catching and stumping in the match.

Despite the team’s collapse in the WPL 2024 game, the wicket-keeper hailing from Bengal showcased her ability to strike a couple of boundaries and provide stability amidst the chaos was commendable, highlighting her potential as a promising talent in the domestic circuit.

Minnu Mani – Delhi Capitals

While the journey for the Delhi Capitals culminated in a loss at the finals of WPL 2024, Minnu Mani’s contributions throughout the WPL did not go unnoticed. Displaying her prowess with the ball, Mani’s pivotal wicket of Smriti Mandhana in the finals against RCB stood out as a testament to her skill and tenacity.

Despite the disappointment of the defeat, Mani’s performance served as a reminder of her value as a match-winner for the Delhi Capitals, leaving a lasting impression on the tournament.

Special mention to Asha Sobhana who was fantastic. Be it her final over spell versus Mumbai Indians defending 12 runs or the fact that she ended up with 12 wickets overall in the season.

What’s Next?

As the curtains draw on yet another enthralling edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2024), the performances of these domestic stalwarts serve as a testament to the wealth of talent and potential thriving within the cricketing landscape.

Amidst the glitz and glamour of the sport, it is the dedication, perseverance, and skill of players like Hemalatha, Fulmali, Shakil, Bala, and Mani that truly embody the spirit of cricket, inspiring generations to come.

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