As the 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) enters its thrilling fourth and final phase, the stage is set at Mumbai’s iconic Brabourne Stadium. The excitement builds up with four captivating matches, starting with the showdown between Gujarat Giants, led by Ashleigh Gardner, and Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur.
Both teams have already secured their spots in the playoffs, but this match on March 10th will be a critical test of strength and strategy. The Giants would be keen to secure their spot in the final, with a top of the table finish. But, before that, they have to go through a stern test against the inaugural champions Mumbai Indians who will be playing at their home venue.
The Gujarat Giants are yet to defeat Mumbai Indians in the history of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), with a head-to-head record of 5-0 stacked heavily against them. They are currently placed 2nd on the points table with eight points from seven games, which includes four victories and three defeats with a game to go this season.
The following evening, Mumbai Indians will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), captained by the dynamic Smriti Mandhana, who, despite being knocked out, will be eager to leave a lasting impression and sign-off their campaign on a high.
The defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are currently placed at the bottom of the table with four points from seven games, which includes a couple of victories, coming at the start of the ongoing 3rd edition of the WPL.
Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, are currently placed 3rd on the points table with eight points from six games, including four victories and a couple of defeats so far this season. With a couple of games to go in their home run, they have the best chance to top the table in the league stages of the tournament. If they manage to do so, they’ll book a spot for themselves for a direct entry into the final of WPL 2025.
The real climax begins with the Eliminator on March 13th, where teams will stake their claim for a spot in the championship match. The grand finale, slated for March 15th, promises to be an electrifying culmination of the tournament, as the best team of the competition will battle it out for the coveted title under the Brabourne Stadium lights. With the stakes high and the drama unfolding, it’s clear that Mumbai is in for a treat of world-class cricket like never before.
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