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WPL 2024: The Women’s Premier League 2024 (WPL 2024) witnessed a plethora of exceptional bowling displays, where bowlers showcased their skills, turning matches on their heads and leaving an indelible mark on the tournament.
Among the myriad of standout performances in WPL 2024, here are the top five bowling displays that defined the tournament:
Ellyse Perry- 6/15 vs Mumbai Indians
Ellyse Perry’s sensational spell against the Mumbai Indians not only showcased her prowess with the ball but also swung the match entirely in favour of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Perry’s figures of 6/15 were nothing short of remarkable as she dismantled the Mumbai Indians’ batting lineup.
What made her performance even more impressive was her ability to pick up wickets at crucial junctures of the game, including top-order batters and key middle-order players.
Her scalps included crucial wickets such as S Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Pooja Vastrakar, and Amanjot Kaur. Perry’s bowling masterclass exemplified her ability to single-handedly change the course of a game.
#MI 2 down! @EllysePerry strikes for @RCBTweets 👍👍
Watch 🎥 🔽
Follow the match ▶️ https://t.co/QzNEzVGRhA#TATAWPL | #MIvRCB | #Eliminator pic.twitter.com/8JnMwmu4Td
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 15, 2024
Asha Sobhana- 5/22 vs UP Warriorz
Asha Sobhana’s spell of 5/22 against the UP Warriorz showcased her ability to break through tough oppositions.
Sobhana showcased her skill in picking up wickets regularly, preventing the opposition from building partnerships. Her ability to dismiss top-order batters destabilized UP’s innings early on, creating an uphill battle for them. By breaking the backbone of UP’s batting lineup, Sobhana played a pivotal role in restricting the opposition to a below-par total
Sobhana’s incisive bowling saw her dismiss key batters including Alyssa Healy, Shweta Sehrawat, Vrinda Dinesh, Kiran Navgire, and Tahlia McGrath. Her ability to dismantle the backbone of UP’s batting lineup played a pivotal role in her team’s success.
FIVE Wickets. 22 Runs 🫡
Incredible spell from Asha Sobhana 🔥🔥
Match Centre 💻📱 https://t.co/kIBDr0FhM4#TATAWPL | #RCBvUPW pic.twitter.com/snsIqK1Tcb
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 24, 2024
Marizanne Kapp- 3/5 vs UP Warriorz
Marizanne Kapp’s economical spell of 3/5 against the Delhi Capitals was a masterclass in bowling during the powerplay overs. Bowling with precision and accuracy, Kapp troubled the opposition batters from the outset.
Her ability to dismiss the top three batters within the powerplay severely dented UPW’s batting momentum and put them on the back foot. Kapp’s economical spell not only resulted in wickets but also built immense pressure on the opposition, ultimately contributing to her team’s dominance in the match.
Kapp’s ability to strike early and remove the top three batters piled pressure on the opposition. Her remarkable control and consistency stifled the Delhi Capitals’ batting lineup and set the tone for her team’s dominance.
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Marizanne Kapp 🤝 Shikha Pandey!
TIMBER Strikes! ⚡️⚡️#MI lose two early wickets in the chase.
Live 💻📱https://t.co/NlmvrPq6yj#TATAWPL | #DCvMI | @DelhiCapitals | @kappie777 | @shikhashauny pic.twitter.com/rCkAl7mQNc
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 5, 2024
Amelia Kerr- 4/17 vs Gujarat Giants
Amelia Kerr’s pivotal four-wicket haul against the Gujarat Giants in WPL 2024 showcased her ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered most.
Despite facing challenges earlier in the season, Kerr rose to the occasion in this crucial match. Her four-wicket haul dismantled the middle and lower-middle order of the Gujarat Giants, preventing them from building a substantial total.
Despite not being in her best form throughout the season, Kerr’s exceptional bowling performance in this match turned heads. Her four wickets, which dismantled the middle and lower-middle order of the Gujarat Giants, played a crucial role in her team’s success.
For her all-round performance with the ball including a fine four-wicket haul, Amelia Kerr receives the Player of the Match award 🏆
Scorecard 💻📱https://t.co/K8TakIEr6g#TATAWPL | #GGvMI pic.twitter.com/pTmTDQ7Nb4
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 25, 2024
Meghna Singh- 4/37 vs Delhi Capitals
Meghna Singh’s impactful spell of 4/37 against the Delhi Capitals in WPL 2024 showcased her knack for taking crucial wickets. By taking wickets at regular intervals, Singh prevented the opposition from building substantial partnerships.
While slightly expensive in the match, Singh’s ability to dismiss prized batters such as Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning, Alice Capsey, and Radha Yadav proved instrumental, although GG fell short.
Three wickets with the ball and now a catch for Meghna Singh! 👏👏#DC 152/7 with one over to go!
Live 💻📱https://t.co/9MIuaZmvo8#TATAWPL | #GGvDC pic.twitter.com/S0CuwF2Eag
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 3, 2024
Special Mentions:
Shreyanka Patil’s exceptional performances of – 4/12 and 4/26 against the Delhi Capitals in the Finals and league game respectively in the WPL 2024 deserve special recognition.
Additionally, Deepti Sharma’s spell of 4/19 vs Delhi Capitals, Sophie Molinuex’s figures of 3/20 vs Delhi Capitals, and Jess Jonassen’s contribution of 3/22 against the Gujarat Giants also stood out for their impact on the tournament.
The WPL 2024 witnessed some extraordinary bowling performances that not only showcased the skill and talent of the bowlers but also played a decisive role in shaping the outcomes of matches.
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