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Lanning, Litchfield Power UP Warriorz to 187 vs Mumbai Indians in WPL Thriller

Captain Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield forged a dominant 119-run partnership to set a strong foundation for UP Warriorz. Lanning scored a fluent 70, while Litchfield provided explosive acceleration with a 61-run knock. Despite their efforts, Mumbai Indians fought back brilliantly in the death overs, led by Amelia Kerr's three-wicket final over. Kerr's sensational spell helped restrict the Warriorz to 187/8, setting up a challenging chase.

Key Points: WPL: UP Warriorz Score 187 vs Mumbai Indians | Match Highlights

  • Lanning-Litchfield 119-run partnership
  • Kerr's 3-wicket final over
  • Warriorz post 187/8
  • Mumbai's sloppy fielding
  • Death-overs fightback
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WPL 2026: Lanning, Litchfield guide UP Warriorz to 187 against Mumbai Indians

Meg Lanning (70) & Phoebe Litchfield (61) star for UP Warriorz, but Amelia Kerr's 3-wicket final over restricts total to 187/8 in WPL 2026 clash.

"Their impressive stand laid a solid platform and put the Mumbai bowlers under sustained pressure. - Match Report"

Navi Mumbai, Jan 17

An impressive batting effort by captain Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield propelled UP Warriorz to 187/8 against Mumbai Indians, despite a dramatic final over by Amelia Kerr, in their Women's Premier League match here at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday.

UP Warriorz suffered an early setback when Kiran Navgire was bowled for a golden duck in the first over by Nicola Carey, but Lanning and Litchfield quickly got the innings under control with a 119-run second-wicket partnership. The duo mixed timing with power to punish loose deliveries, taking advantage of some sloppy fielding by the Mumbai Indians, who dropped chances and missed run-out opportunities at crucial moments.

Lanning played the anchor role with a fluent 70 off 45 balls, striking 11 fours and two sixes, while Litchfield provided the acceleration with a fiery knock of 61 off 37 deliveries, laced with seven fours and three sixes. Their impressive stand laid a solid platform and put the Mumbai bowlers under sustained pressure.

After Litchfield was caught at deep square leg, Lanning continued the onslaught before falling to Hayley Matthews. Chloe Tryon and Harleen Deol then added valuable runs in the middle and death overs, with Harleen striking a quick 25 off 16 balls to keep the momentum going.

Mumbai Indians, however, fought back strongly at the death through Amelia Kerr, who produced a sensational final over. The New Zealand leg-spinner claimed three wickets in the last over, removing Harleen Deol, Sophie Ecclestone and Deepti Sharma, finishing with brilliant figures of 3-28 that helped restrict the Warriorz from crossing the 190-run mark. Earlier, Nat Sciver-Brunt picked up two wickets, and Nichola Carey also got one wicket to her name.

Brief scores:

UP Warriorz post 187/8 in 20 overs (Meg Lanning 70, Phoebe Litchfield 61, Harleen Deol 25 ; Amelia Kerr 3-28, Nat Schiver Brunt 2-22) against Mumbai Indians

- IANS

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Priya S
Mumbai's fielding was really poor today. Dropping catches and missing run-outs at this level is unacceptable. That final over by Kerr was pure magic though! 3 wickets! She almost saved the match for them single-handedly.
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Harsh A
Good to see Harleen Deol getting some quick runs down the order. Our Indian players need to step up more in these franchises though. The overseas players are dominating the scorecard again.
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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, this was a brilliant batting display followed by a stunning bowling comeback. WPL is producing such high-quality cricket. Lanning's 70 off 45 is a masterclass in T20 batting.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while the overseas stars shone, I'm a bit concerned. Kiran Navgire out for a golden duck, and Deepti Sharma fell in that last over too. Our domestic core needs to be more consistent for the league's long-term health.
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Kavya N
Phoebe Litchfield is a star in the making! 61 off 37 with 7 fours and 3 sixes... she was taking the attack to the bowlers. The future of women's cricket looks so bright. Can't wait for the chase!

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