Twitter reactions: Shafali Verma, bowlers thump Gujarat Giants as Delhi Capitals reach the WPL 2024 final

Delhi Capitals (DC) put on a dominant display to conclude the WPL 2024 league stage in style, thrashing the Gujarat Giants (GG) by seven wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday. This emphatic victory not only secures their place in the final but also sees them finish atop the points table.

DC bowlers restrict Giants to 126:

The demolition began with a clinical bowling performance from the Capitals. Marizanne Kapp picked up two crucial wickets within the powerplay, dismissing both openers – Beth Mooney and Laura Wolvaardt – to claim the purple cap for the season. Minnu Mani, replacing Titas Sadhu, chipped in with two wickets as well, including the prized scalp of Ashleigh Gardner. Shikha Pandey also joined the party, taking two wickets to restrict the Giants to a paltry 126/9 in their allotted 20 overs.

Shafali Verma stars in easy chase:

Chasing a modest target, the Capitals openers, Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma, got off to a flying start. However, Lanning was unfortunate to be run out after a brisk cameo. Unfazed, Verma took center stage, carving a blistering 71 not out off just 37 balls, laced with 7 fours and 5 sixes. Jemimah Rodrigues ably supported Verma with an unbeaten 38 off 28 balls, ensuring a comfortable win for DC with 41 balls to spare.

DC await opponent for the WPL 2024 final:

With their place in the final secured, the Delhi side will now await the winner of the upcoming Eliminator clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), scheduled for March 15. This dominant display serves as a strong warning to their potential opponents, showcasing the Capitals’ well-rounded performance with both bat and ball.

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Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Delhi Capitals making it to the Final:

IPL – 1 in 16 seasons.

WPL – 2 in 2 seasons. pic.twitter.com/f77QNNeJwy

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 13, 2024

In 2023 – Delhi Capitals becomes the first team to qualify to the final in WPL.

In 2024 – Delhi Capitals becomes the first team to qualify to the final in WPL. pic.twitter.com/YjExy9M71j

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 13, 2024

In 2023 WPL – Delhi Capitals becomes first team to qualify for Final.

In 2024 WPL – Delhi Capitals becomes first team to qualify for Final.

– The Domination of Delhi Capitals under Meg Lanning..!!! pic.twitter.com/q8n0pbJNDh

— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) March 13, 2024

Eat. Sleep. Hit Boundaries. Repeat. 🔥#YehHaiNayiDilli #DCvGG #TATAWPL pic.twitter.com/2dz7R01X8w

— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 13, 2024

💯 Shafali Verma's lightning-fast innings steered Delhi Capitals to yet another direct entry into the WPL final!

🙌🏻 Mar 15th – Eliminator – MI v RCB
🏆 Mar 17th – Final – DC v Winner of Eliminator

📷 Getty • #DCvGG #WPL #WPL2024 #BharatArmy pic.twitter.com/LjNExFsgrk

— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) March 13, 2024

Sensational Shafali👌👌

For her stunning match-winning knock, Shafali Verma bags the Player of the Match award 🏆

Scorecard 💻📱https://t.co/qXiPrN2sAj#TATAWPL | #DCvGG pic.twitter.com/EJrbCIvGVI

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 13, 2024

Shafali Verma's batting brilliance guides Delhi Capitals to thumping win over Gujarat Giants: https://t.co/2bwRd9PLM5 #cricket #DCvGG #WPL2024 #ShafaliVerma #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/qSi6WJceQu

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) March 13, 2024

Roaring into the 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗦 🥳@DelhiCapitals are one step closer for the ultimate prize 🏆#TATAWPL | #Final | #DCvGG pic.twitter.com/Z5KnvUofl9

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 13, 2024

Cap holders at the end of league stage

Orange Cap

Meg Lanning 308 runs

Purple Cap

Marizanne Kapp 11 wickets

Complete dominance from Delhi Capitals

Two legends on top#WPL

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) March 13, 2024

Delhi Capitals beats Gujrat Giants in one sided affair.

Delhi Capitals becomes the first team to qualify for the WPL final for 2023 and 2024 season.

And the best part is we have Mumbai Indians vs RCB in the eliminator. Fans can't ask for more than this.pic.twitter.com/Ab3UD6El6s

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) March 13, 2024

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March 14, 2024 at 09:00AM