Harmanpreet Kaur Says “It Is A Great Team Effort” After Match Winning Knock

March 16, 2025: Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur delivered a match-winning performance in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) final, guiding her team to victory with a crucial 66 off 44 balls. Her composed batting at a crucial juncture helped Mumbai reach a competitive total, and it was a victory earned through team effort, strategic planning, and standout individual performances.

At the post-match presentation, Harmanpreet credited the team’s collective effort for the win, acknowledging Delhi Capitals’ resilience while expressing her own satisfaction with the result. “It is a great team effort. Congrats to Delhi for the way they played; it was not easy for us. When you win, you are really happy. We didn’t start well, but being there and doing the right things was important,” she said.

She highlighted the early struggles she faced when she first walked to the crease but emphasized her belief in a calculated approach, particularly with the in-form Nat Sciver-Brunt at the other end. “It wasn’t easy when I went to bat. I had the belief that if I could rotate the strike, when Nat is there, I don’t need to take too much pressure. She was in great touch and was doing it for the team. We tried to keep it simple and easy; we took calculated risks, and that helped us in the partnership,” Harmanpreet explained.

The Mumbai skipper also praised her bowlers, who played a crucial role in restricting Delhi to a chaseable total. “150 was not a decent total for DC, but in pressure games, it always looks like 180. Credit goes to our bowlers, who gave us breakthroughs in the powerplay. Ismail and, at the other end, Nat–really happy with the way the team bowled today,” she said.

Tactical planning was a key aspect of Mumbai’s success, with clear roles defined for each player. Harmanpreet elaborated on the team’s approach, emphasizing the importance of preparation and understanding individual roles. “We had really good meetings, one-to-one meetings. We knew we have four experienced bowlers, and in T20, four overs are really important. Today, Saika was there; she bowled those crucial three overs, before that Amanjot, and in between, Sanskriti. They knew their roles, and I’m really happy, and I enjoy playing with them,” she said.

Looking back at the previous season, Harmanpreet acknowledged Mumbai’s learning curve, vowing to approach the final with clarity and determination. “It means a lot. In the first season, we tried to do everything right. When we met, we discussed how things did not go right last season. We tried to keep things as simple as possible, and as a team, we did that. We got great support from the support staff, and I’m really happy with how we played as a team,” she concluded.

Mumbai Indians’ win in the WPL final, led by Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership and contributions, marked the team’s second title and solidified their position as one of the most dominant franchises in the competition. With excellent teamwork, clear strategic planning, and standout individual performances, MI overcame Delhi Capitals in a thrilling final to claim victory once again.