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The North Delhi Strikers pulled off a thrilling two-run victory against the East Delhi Riders in a rain-affected Women's DPL match. Batting first, the Strikers put up a competitive 118/5 thanks to strong contributions from Ayushi Soni and Laxmi Yadav. In reply, Aarna Dudeja played a heroic unbeaten knock of 56 for the Riders but couldn't get her team over the line. The Strikers' bowlers, led by Shivani Jangid, held their nerve in the final overs to secure a dramatic win.

Key Points: North Delhi Strikers Edge East Delhi Riders by 2 Runs in Womens DPL Thriller

  • North Delhi Strikers post 118/5 in 17 overs after rain shortens play
  • Skipper Ayushi Soni scores 40 while Laxmi Yadav anchors with 48 not out
  • East Delhi's Aarna Dudeja fights hard with an unbeaten 56 but falls just short
  • Shivani Jangid takes 2/19 as Strikers clinch a nail-biting 2-run victory
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Women's DPL 2025: North Delhi pip East Delhi by two runs in rain-affected clash

In a rain-affected Women's Delhi Premier League clash, North Delhi Strikers defended 118 to beat East Delhi Riders by just 2 runs in a last-over thriller.

"Aarna played a valiant knock, carrying her bat with an unbeaten 56 off 51 balls - Match Report"

New Delhi, Aug 22

The North Delhi Strikers pulled off a nail-biting 2-run win against East Delhi Riders in a rain-curtailed Women’s Delhi Premier League fixture at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday.

Batting first in a 17-over-per-side contest, the Strikers posted a competitive 118/5. Skipper Ayushi Soni led from the front with a well-compiled 40 off 31 balls, while Laxmi Yadav anchored the innings with an unbeaten 48 off 34, finishing strongly alongside Archana, who chipped in with a brisk 14* off 8.

For the Riders, Sumiti Soni was the standout bowler with 3/15 in 3 overs, while Mayuri provided good support with 2/20 from her full quota.

In reply, the Riders began positively as openers Vanshika Lila (24 off 21) and Aarna Dudeja added 33 runs for the first wicket. Aarna played a valiant knock, carrying her bat with an unbeaten 56 off 51 balls, while skipper Priya Punia kept the chase alive with a fluent 24 off 16.

However, the Riders struggled to maintain momentum in the middle overs, losing wickets at crucial intervals, and eventually fell just short at 116/4 in 17 overs.

For the Strikers, Shivani Jangid was the standout performer, returning figures of 2/19 in 4 overs, while Nazma Khan kept things tight with 1/11 in 3 overs.

Brief Scores:

North Delhi Strikers – 118/5 in 17 overs (Laxmi Yadav 48* off 34, Ayushi Soni 40 off 31; Sumiti Soni 3/15, Mayuri 2/20) defeated East Delhi Riders – 116/4 in 17 overs (Aarna Dudeja 56* off 51, Priya Punia 24 off 16, Vanshika Lila 24 off 21; Shivani Jangid 2/19, Nazma Khan 1/11) by 2 runs.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Shivani Jangid's bowling made the difference today. 2/19 in 4 overs in a low-scoring thriller shows real match-winning ability. North Delhi's bowling unit held their nerve beautifully!
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Aryan P
Heartbreak for East Delhi! Just 2 runs short after Aarna's fighting fifty. The run rate pressure in those middle overs was too much to handle. Better luck next time, girls!
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Sarah B
Really impressed with the quality of women's cricket in Delhi. Both teams fought hard, and the match went down to the wire. More people should come watch these matches live!
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Nikhil C
While it was an exciting finish, East Delhi's middle order needs to work on rotating strike better. Too many dot balls in the middle overs cost them the match. Still, great entertainment!
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Divya L
Laxmi Yadav's unbeaten 48 was the foundation North Delhi needed. Her partnership with Archana in the death overs made all the difference. Well played, Strikers! 🏏

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