UP vs DC WPL 2025 Highlights: Chinelle Henry’s Blitz and Grace Harris’ Hat-Trick Stun Delhi Capitals

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The 8th match of WPL 2025 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium was a thrilling contest between UP Warriorz Women and Delhi Capitals Women. The game saw a dramatic turnaround as Chinelle Henry and Grace Harris delivered match-winning performances.

  • Chinelle Henry smashed 62 off 23 balls, rescuing UP Warriorz from a collapse.
  • Jess Jonassen picked up four wickets for DC Women.
  • Jemimah Rodrigues scored a fighting fifty for Delhi Capitals.
  • Grace Harris secured a historic hat-trick, sealing a 33-run victory for UP Warriorz.

Jess Jonassen Wreaks Havoc on UP Warriorz’ Batting Lineup

UP Warriorz Women struggled early after losing Vrinda Dinesh in the third over. Kiran Navgire played attacking shots but got out soon after. Deepti Sharma tried to stabilize the innings but fell to Jess Jonassen, leaving UPW at 80/4 in 11 overs.

Delhi Capitals bowlers kept control as Marizanne Kapp dismissed Grace Harris and Shikha Pandey sent back Uma Chetry. At 109/7, UP Warriorz seemed destined for a low total.

Chinelle Henry’s Power-Hitting Rescues UP Warriorz

Just when UPW needed a hero, Chinelle Henry delivered a sensational knock. She blasted 62 runs off 23 balls, turning the momentum in UP’s favor.

With Sophie Ecclestone’s support, Henry attacked Delhi’s bowlers, lifting UPW to 177/9 in 20 overs. Despite Jonassen’s four-wicket haul, Delhi’s 25 extra runs proved costly.

Jemimah Rodrigues Fights Alone for Delhi Capitals

Chasing 178, Delhi Capitals lost early wickets, including Meg Lanning (5) and Shafali Verma (24). At 43/2 in 8 overs, Jemimah Rodrigues counter-attacked, scoring 56 off 35 balls.

She played elegant strokes, hitting eight boundaries and a six. However, wickets kept falling, and she eventually got out at 111/6 in the 15th over, leaving DC in deep trouble.

Grace Harris’ Hat-Trick Seals UP Warriorz’ Victory

Defending 178, Grace Harris stepped up with a magical spell. She claimed a hat-trick, dismissing Niki Prasad, Arundhati Reddy, and Minnu Mani in consecutive deliveries.

Her outstanding effort bowled out Delhi for 144 in 19.3 overs, securing a 33-run win for UP Warriorz. Harris finished with four wickets, including a spectacular one-handed return catch.

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UP Warriorz’ victory was a mix of power-hitting, sharp bowling, and disciplined fielding. Delhi Capitals fought hard, but Henry’s explosive batting and Harris’ magical bowling made the difference.

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