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Sciver-Brunt's 65 Powers Mumbai Indians to 161/5 vs UP Warriorz in WPL

Nat Sciver-Brunt's brilliant half-century guided the Mumbai Indians to a competitive total of 161 for 5 against the UP Warriorz. She forged a crucial 85-run partnership with Nicola Carey after the team lost early wickets. Amanjot Kaur provided a solid start with a brisk 38 at the top of the order. The UP Warriorz bowlers, led by Shikha Pandey's economical spell, shared the wickets to keep the total in check.

Key Points: WPL: Sciver-Brunt's 65 Leads Mumbai Indians to 161/5

  • Sciver-Brunt's match-defining 65
  • Crucial 85-run partnership with Carey
  • Amanjot Kaur's brisk 38 at the top
  • UP Warriorz bowlers share wickets
  • Mumbai posts competitive 161/5
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WPL: Sciver-Brunt powers Mumbai Indians to 161/5 against UP Warriorz

Nat Sciver-Brunt's fluent 65 and an 85-run stand with Nicola Carey guide Mumbai Indians to 161/5 against UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League.

"Sciver-Brunt played a fluent knock of 65 off 43 balls, striking nine fours and a six. - Match Report"

Navi Mumbai, January 15

A fine half-century from Nat Sciver-Brunt guided Mumbai Indians to a competitive total of 161/5 in their 20 overs against UP Warriorz in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

Mumbai had a cautious start at the top, with Amanjot Kaur and Gunalan Kamalini taking time to settle. Amanjot was the first to be dismissed after scoring 38 off 33 balls, which included seven boundaries. Soon after, Kamalini also departed for 5 off 12 deliveries, leaving Mumbai at 45/2 in 8.3 overs. The team reached the 50-run mark in 9.3 overs.

Mumbai captain Harmanpreet Kaur was the next to fall, contributing 16 runs before being dismissed.

Nat Sciver-Brunt then took charge and found solid support from Nicola Carey. The pair stitched together a crucial 85-run partnership that lifted Mumbai to a strong position. Sciver-Brunt played a fluent knock of 65 off 43 balls, striking nine fours and a six.

Carey remained unbeaten on 32 off 20 balls, which included five boundaries, as Mumbai finished with a challenging total.

For UP Warriorz, Shikha Pandey was the most economical bowler, returning figures of 1/25. Deepti Sharma picked up 1/31, Sophie Ecclestone claimed 1/26, while Asha Sobhana also chipped in with a wicket, finishing with figures of 1/33.

Brief scores: Mumbai Indians 161/5 in 20 overs (Nat Sciver-Brunt 65, Amanjot Kaur 38; Shikha Pandey 1/25) vs UP Warriorz.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good total, but the top order needs to be more aggressive. 45/2 in 8.3 overs is too slow for T20. Thankfully, the overseas players bailed them out. UP Warriorz bowlers, especially Shikha Pandey, did a decent job containing.
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Aman W
WPL is such a boost for women's cricket in India! Seeing these high-quality matches with Indian and international stars playing together is brilliant. More power to the women in blue (and other colors)! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, this is a very competitive score. 161 is defendable but also chaseable on a good ground. Will come down to how UP's batting lineup handles the pressure. Deepti Sharma's all-round role will be key.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I feel Harmanpreet's dismissal was a soft one. As captain, she should have built a longer partnership with Sciver-Brunt. Her early departure put extra pressure on the new batter. Hope she comes back stronger in the next match.
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Nisha Z
Nicola Carey's cameo at the end was so important! 32 off 20 balls gave them the final push. These finishing knocks are what separate 140 from 160+. Exciting second innings coming up! 🏏

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