Record-Breaking Chinelle Henry Leads UP Warriorz to First Win in WPL 2025 Against Delhi Capitals

Feb, 27 2025

Cricket fans were treated to a spectacle as Chinelle Henry soared to new heights, leading her team, the UP Warriorz, to their first triumph in the 2025 Women's Premier League (WPL). It was an electrifying performance that will be remembered, as Henry smashed her way to a blistering 62 off just 23 balls. Incredibly, she achieved a half-century in just 18 balls, tying the record for the fastest in WPL history. Her innings were decorated with an impressive eight sixes and two fours, transforming what seemed to be a struggling 91/6 into a total of 177/9, shocking their opponents, the Delhi Capitals.

During the match, Henry's partnership with Sophie Ecclestone was pivotal. Together, they crafted a 57-run eighth-wicket stand, placing them in the record books for the second-highest partnership for positions 8 or lower in WPL matches. This display of batting prowess not only changed the course of the game but also instilled confidence in the team's ability to claw back from precarious situations.

Bowling Brilliance Seals the Game

The excitement didn't stop with the batting. The UP Warriorz bowlers put on a clinic, with Kranti Goud and Grace Harris leading the charge. Both claimed figures of 4/25, ensuring Delhi's chase was anything but smooth. Goud's precision led to the crucial dismissals of top batters like Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning, and Jemimah Rodrigues, all of whom posed threats to the Warriorz's lead.

In a breathtaking moment, Grace Harris added her name to the list of elite WPL performers by taking a hat-trick, an achievement that's celebrated both for its rarity and the sheer skill it requires. Despite Jemimah Rodrigues’ valiant 56 runs, Delhi's endeavor to chase the target crumbled, culminating in a 33-run victory for the UP Warriorz.

This win signifies a pivotal moment for UP Warriorz, catapulting them up to fourth in the points table, while Delhi Capitals stayed put in third. For the Warriorz, it wasn't just a win; it was a statement. With newfound momentum, they are poised to make waves as the WPL 2025 season progresses.