MI Add Matthews and Reddy, Challenge Unchanged UPW to Bat First
Mumbai Indians (MI) faced UP Warriorz (UPW) in a recent match held at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The match featured a notable toss decision by MI captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who opted to field first after a previous loss to the same team. This change in strategy was significant as MI aimed to reclaim their momentum in the league.
Match Overview
In a strategic move, Mumbai Indians made two adjustments to their lineup. Shabnim Ismail was rested, making way for Hayley Matthews, while medium pacer Kranthi Reddy made her debut due to the unavailability of batter Poonam Khemnar. Kranthi Reddy caught the attention of MI’s bowling coach, Jhulan Goswami, who praised her unique bowling action and consistency showcased in trials and domestic matches.
UP Warriorz Unchanged XI
On the other hand, UPW captain Meg Lanning announced an unchanged XI. They aimed to secure back-to-back victories after overcoming a rocky start to the season. Currently, UPW sits at the bottom of the table, with MI positioned second, trailing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Team Lineups
| Mumbai Indians | UP Warriorz |
|---|---|
| G Kamalini (wk) | Kiran Navgire |
| Hayley Matthews | Meg Lanning (capt) |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | Phoebe Litchfield |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (capt) | Harleen Deol |
| Amelia Kerr | Shweta Sehrawat (wk) |
| Amanjot Kaur | Chloe Tryon |
| Nicola Carey | Deepti Sharma |
| Sajeevan Sajana | Sophie Ecclestone |
| Sanskriti Gupta | Asha Sobhana |
| Kranthi Reddy | Shikha Pandey |
| Triveni Vasistha | Kranti Gaud |
Conclusion
The match between MI and UPW showcased strategic choices and debut appearances, adding layers of excitement. As both teams continue in the league, their standings and performance will be critical in the upcoming fixtures. For the latest updates, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.
