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In the 16th match of WPL 2025, UP Warriorz (UPW) will play against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Both teams are struggling at the bottom of the points table, and this match is important for them to improve their positions.
MI’s Goal:
Fourth Win Mumbai Indians are looking for their fourth win to climb up to second place. They have won three matches this season but are coming off a big loss to Delhi Capitals. They want to get back to winning ways in this match.
UPW’s Aim:
Third Victory UP Warriorz want to win their third match. They have only won two games so far, one against Delhi Capitals and one against Royal Challengers Bangalore. After a loss to Gujarat Giants, UPW will try to bounce back and keep their hopes alive in the tournament.
Previous Matches:
MI in Control Mumbai Indians lead the rivalry with four wins out of six encounters. In the last match, MI defeated UPW comfortably. UPW will need to play well to beat MI this time.
Key Players
- UP Warriorz: Grace Harris, Sophie Ecclestone, Chinelle Henry, and Dipti Sharma will be crucial for UPW.
- Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Mathews, and Shabnim Ismail are key players for MI.
Pitch and Weather
The pitch at Ekana Stadium favors batting, but spinners can play a big role in taking wickets and limiting runs. It will be important for both teams to use their spinners wisely.
Probable Starting XI
- UP Warriorz: Grace Harris, Kiran Navgire, Dipti Sharma (capt), Tahlia McCgrath, Sophie Ecclestone, Uma Chetry (wk), Chinelle Henry, Saima Thakor.
- Mumbai Indians: Hayley Mathews, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Harmanpreet Kaur (capt), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, G Kamalini.
This match will be an exciting one as both teams will fight to get back on track in WPL 2025.
