Women's Premier League: Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz by 42 runs in Navi Mumbai

In the Women's Premier League, Delhi Capitals defeated UP Warriorz by 42 runs at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai last night.

Chasing a target of 212 runs set by Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz could score only 169 runs in stipulated 20 overs for the loss of five wickets.

For UP Warriorz, Tahlia McGrath scored unbeaten 90 runs in 50 balls while Alyssa Healy smashed 24 off 17 balls.

For Delhi Capitals, Jess Jonassen scalped three wickets. Earlier, put into bat, Delhi Capitals posted 211 for four in 20 overs.

Skipper Meg Lanning was the top scorer, contributing 70 runs, followed by unbeaten knocks of 42 runs by Jess Jonassen and 34 runs by Jemimah Rodrigues.

Jess Jonassen was declared player of the match for her allround performance.

In today's match, Gujarat Giants will meet Royal Challengers Bangalore at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai at 0730 PM this evening.