On Sunday, 16th February 2025, Gujarat Giants will take on the UP Warriorz at Vadodara from 7:30 PM IST, hoping to recover swiftly from their crushing loss in the WPL 2025 season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their bowling unit struggled and was unable to restrict RCB despite a solid batting performance that set a commanding 202-run target against the reigning champions.
Ashleigh Gardner (79*) and Beth Mooney (56) both made substantial batting contributions in the opening fixture. But they lost the game because catches of important players like Richa Ghosh and Ellyse Perry were put down. To put up a better showing against UP Warriorz, the Giants plan to expand their bowling attack and enhance their fielding. The team must seize their chances and turn strong beginnings into significant runs.
On the other hand, UP Warriorz’s greatest strength this season is their deadly spin attack, which is led by Deepti Sharma. They will, however, be without Alyssa Healy, their regular skipper and a vital player, whose injury could affect their top-order. UP Warriorz, who finished third in 2023 with 8 points and dropped to fourth place in 2024 with 6 points, have failed to make a major impression in the WPL despite their depth. They will strive for more consistency and a game-changing performance this season.
Head-to-Head:
The Gujarat Giants defeated the UP Warriorz team by eight runs in their most recent meeting, which took place on March 11, 2024. But traditionally, the UP Warriorz have held the advantage, having won three of their four games against the Giants. Both clubs will want to win this fierce rivalry and get their first set of points on the tally.
Where to watch Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz?
Fans in India can watch the game live on Star Sports, which will broadcast the match on television. Disney+ Hotstar, which is available on Android, iOS, and Smart TVs, will offer free live streaming of the game on its website and app for those who would rather watch it online.
Squads:
Gujarat Giants
Ashleigh Gardner (C), Harleen Deol, Prakashika Naik, Beth Mooney, Kashvee Gautam, Priya Mishra, Bharti Fulmali, Laura Wolvaardt, Sayali Satghare, Danielle Gibson, Mannat Kashyap, Shabnam Shakil, Dayalan Hemalatha, Meghna Singh, Simran Shaikh, Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Tanuja Kanwar
UP Warriorz
Deepti Sharma (C), Arushi Goel, Kiran Navgire, Shweta Sehrawat, Vrinda Dinesh, Chamari Athapaththu, Chinelle Henry, Grace Harris, Kranti Goud, Poonam Khemnar, Sophie Ecclestone, Tahlia McGrath, Uma Chetry, Alana King, Anjali Sarvani, Gouher Sultana, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Saima Thakor
Schedule:
Gujarat Giants WPL 2025 Fixtures:
February 14: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Vadodara – Lost by 6 wickets
February 16: vs UP Warriorz, Vadodara
February 18: vs Mumbai Indians, Vadodara
February 25: vs Delhi Capitals, Bengaluru
February 27: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bengaluru
March 3: vs UP Warriorz, Lucknow
March 7: vs Delhi Capitals, Lucknow
March 10: vs Mumbai Indians, Mumbai
UP Warriorz WPL 2025 Fixtures:
February 16: vs Gujarat Giants, Vadodara
February 19: vs Delhi Capitals, Vadodara
February 22: vs Delhi Capitals, Bengaluru
February 24: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bengaluru
February 26: vs Mumbai Indians, Bengaluru
March 3: vs Gujarat Giants, Lucknow
March 6: vs Mumbai Indians, Lucknow
March 8: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Lucknow
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in Australia –
Catch all the live WPL action on Fox Sports
For fans in the United States and Canada –
Catch all the live WPL action on WillowTV
For fans in the United Kingdom –
Catch all the live WPL action on Sky Sports Cricket
For fans in South Africa and Sub-Saharan regions –
Catch all the live WPL action on SuperSport
For fans in New Zealand –
Catch all the live WPL action on Sky Sports 3
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