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Key Takeaways
- 1📊 Giants win both openers, MI seek first victory
- 2🏆 Matthews replaces unwell Sciver-Brunt at opener
- 3💡 Night chasing key in dew-affected DY Patil games
- 4🔮 MI's bowling first strategy targets Giants' perfect streak
"MI captain Harmanpreet Kaur said "chasing is always a better option, especially in the night games""
Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and elected to bowl against table-toppers Gujarat Giants in a cracking WPL 2026 night clash at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium. Chasing under lights is the gameplan, with Harmanpreet calling it the smarter option.
Hayley Matthews makes a timely return for MI after missing the first two games with a shoulder niggle, replacing the unwell Nat Sciver-Brunt. The West Indian all-rounder slots in to open alongside G Kamalini, pushing Amelia Kerr to No. 3. Giants, unbeaten so far, face a hit without injured Anushka Sharma.
Tactical Shifts Light Up WPL
Harmanpreet's decision taps into MI's strong chasing record in night games, where dew often plays spoilsport. Matthews' return is massive—her explosive starts could unsettle the Giants' top order. Giants have dominated early, but MI's bowling attack, led by the skipper's guile, looks primed to strike first.
"Chasing is always a better option, especially in the night games." — Harmanpreet Kaur
With WPL 2026 heating up, this showdown could shift momentum. MI eye their first win, while Giants aim to stay perfect.
