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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 final witnessed a thrilling moment when Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s reaction went viral after Shabnim Ismail dismissed Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) opener Shafali Verma. The match, held on Saturday in Mumbai, was filled with intense moments as MI-W looked to defend a competitive total.
MI-W Post a Competitive Total After Early Setbacks
Batting first, MI-W faced early trouble as both openers, Hayley Matthews and Yastika Bhatia, were dismissed cheaply. At 14/2, MI-W needed a strong comeback, and captain Harmanpreet Kaur delivered under pressure. She played a brilliant knock, scoring 66 runs off just 44 balls, helping her team post a respectable target of 149 runs.
Shabnim Ismail’s Crucial Breakthrough–Dismissing Shafali Verma
As DC-W began their chase, they suffered a setback when Nat Sciver-Brunt dismissed skipper Meg Lanning. The turning point came when Shabnim Ismail bowled a clever delivery that trapped the explosive Shafali Verma LBW. The young opener, known for her aggressive batting, misjudged the line and was plumb in front, leaving DC-W struggling at 17/2 after three overs.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s Emotional Reaction Goes Viral
The dismissal of Shafali Verma was a key moment for MI-W, given her ability to change the game within a few overs. Harmanpreet Kaur, recognizing the importance of the breakthrough, was seen roaring in celebration. Her passionate reaction, followed by a tight hug to Shabnim Ismail, quickly went viral on social media.
— kuchnahi123@12345678 (@kuchnahi1269083) March 15, 2025
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