The Women’s Premier League 2026 roared into Vadodara for match 19, where Gujarat Giants captain Ashley Gardner won the toss against Mumbai Indians at BCA Stadium and chose batting. No surprises – both squads field identical XIs to their last outings.
Gardner shared insights: ‘We’ll bat. Building on victories. Quarterfinal vibes – post big, protect fiercely. No changes. History aside; previously scored 190, target 192, defense failed. Eyes forward.’
Harmanpreet Kaur of MI: ‘Bowling preference lost, but fresh slate. Solid form, execution key. Unaltered team.’
Table watch: Gujarat’s four wins in seven secure second; Mumbai’s three from seven third. RCB (6/8) finals-bound, spotlight on Delhi Capitals and UP Warriors for remaining spots.
Full squads locked in:
Mumbai Indians Playing XI: Hayley Matthews, Sajana Sajeevan, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Richa Ghosh (WK), Saika Ishaque, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, Pooja Vastrakar.
Gujarat Giants Playing XI: Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashley Gardner (Captain), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rajeshwari Gayakwad.
As dew factor looms, Gujarat aims for 180+, Mumbai’s chase specialists ready. Playoff implications make every ball count.