UP Warriorz opened their account in the Women’s Premier League 2026 with a confident seven-wicket victory, powered by a composed unbeaten half-century from Harleen Deol. The right-hander anchored the chase with maturity and intent, ensuring her side crossed the line comfortably with time to spare.
Batting first, Mumbai Indians struggled to build momentum despite a wicketless start. The opening pair found boundaries at regular intervals but were unable to rotate the strike consistently, resulting in a restrained Powerplay. The pressure eventually told as wickets fell in quick succession, slowing the innings further during the middle phase.
The responsibility then shifted to the experienced middle order. A brief acceleration lifted the scoring rate, but timely breakthroughs from the Warriorz bowlers kept Mumbai from breaking free. A late flourish helped the batting side post a competitive total, though it fell short of being imposing on a surface that eased under lights.
In response, UP Warriorz began cautiously before gaining control through a steady middle-overs partnership. Harleen Deol settled quickly, displaying excellent shot selection and placing the ball into gaps with ease. Support came from the other end through measured contributions that kept the required rate in check.
As the chase progressed, Deol increased the tempo without taking unnecessary risks. Her milestone was reached with calm assurance, and a late burst of boundaries from the lower order ensured there were no late nerves. The winning runs arrived in the penultimate over, sealing a comprehensive result.
The victory marked a significant turnaround for UP Warriorz, who showed improved discipline with both bat and ball. For Mumbai Indians, individual performances stood out, but the inability to string together sustained partnerships proved costly.
Brief Scores
Mumbai Indians 161/5 in 20 overs
UP Warriorz 162/3 in 18.1 overs
Result: UP Warriorz won by 7 wickets
Harleen Deol’s unbeaten knock stood out as the defining effort of the match, combining control, timing, and composure to guide her team to their first win of the season.
