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DC Captain Jemimah Rodrigues Fined Rs 12 Lakh for Slow Over-Rate in WPL

Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate following her team's narrow three-run defeat to Gujarat Giants in the WPL. The loss pushed Delhi to fourth on the points table, making their final league match a must-win for playoff hopes. The chase featured a spirited 70-run partnership from Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad, but Gujarat's Sophie Devine defended nine runs in the final over. Rodrigues acknowledged the special effort from her teammates and emphasized the need to regroup for the crucial final fixture.

Key Points: Jemimah Rodrigues Fined for Slow Over-Rate in WPL Match

  • DC skipper fined Rs 12 lakh
  • First over-rate offence of season
  • Loss impacts playoff qualification
  • Must-win final league match ahead
  • Narrow 3-run defeat despite late fightback
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WPL: DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues penalised for slow over-rate vs GG

Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues penalized Rs 12 lakh after team's slow over-rate in narrow WPL loss to Gujarat Giants. Details inside.

"Such things happen, but it would have been nice to have finished on the right side of the finishing line. - Jemimah Rodrigues"

New Delhi, Jan 28

Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate following her team's narrow three-run defeat to Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League match at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium on Tuesday.

The WPL confirmed the penalty in an official release, stating, "Jemimah Rodrigues, captain of Delhi Capitals, has been fined after her team maintained a slow over rate during their team's match against Gujarat Giants at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara on Tuesday."

The league clarified that the sanction was imposed under the WPL Code of Conduct for minimum over-rate offences and was Rodrigues' first offence of the season.

The loss had significant implications for Delhi's campaign. Capitals slipped to fourth on the points table with six points and a net run rate of -0.164, leaving their qualification hopes delicately poised.

Their final league fixture against bottom-placed UP Warriorz on February 1 now shapes up as a must-win in the race for a playoff berth.Delhi came close to pulling off a memorable chase against Gujarat, sparked by a late counterattack from Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad.

The duo added a crucial 70 for the seventh wicket, briefly tilting the contest in Delhi's favour as Rana struck 29 off 15 balls and Prasad made 47 off just 24 deliveries.

Gujarat, however, held their nerve at the death. Sophie Devine delivered a composed final over, defending nine runs to seal a dramatic victory and complete a season double over Delhi.

Reflecting on the effort despite the defeat, Rodrigues said, "Firstly, the way Sneh and Niki played, I have to give it to them. It was special. Such things happen, but it would have been nice to have finished on the right side of the finishing line."

With one league match remaining, Rodrigues struck a determined tone as Delhi prepares for a decisive showdown. "That game is going to be important. It will be important for us to regroup. We are still in the tournament, and we will keep fighting."

- IANS

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Rohit P
Sneh Rana and Niki Prasad's partnership was fire! 🔥 They almost stole the game. But these small mistakes like slow over-rates cost big in tight leagues like WPL. Captain has to manage the clock better, especially in a close chase.
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Aman W
Rs. 12 lakh is a significant fine. While I understand the need for discipline, perhaps for a first-time offence by a young captain, a warning could have sufficed? The focus should be on the brilliant cricket played by both teams.
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Sarah B
As a new fan to women's cricket in India, I'm just amazed by the quality. That last over drama was as good as any IPL match! Jemimah's attitude after the loss is commendable. On to the next one.
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Karthik V
The table is so tight! DC's fate is in their own hands still. Beat UP and they should be through. This is why WPL is so exciting - every match matters until the end. No easy games.
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Nisha Z
Feel for Jemimah. Leading a side is not easy, and these things happen. The fight shown by the lower order was incredible. Hope they carry that momentum into the must-win game. All the best, DC! 🙏

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