UP Warriorz Women (UP-W) are set to face Gujarat Giants Women (GJ-W) in Match 15 of the ongoing WPL 2025 at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday, March 3.
With the 2025 Women’s Premier League now past its halfway mark, the points table is beginning to reflect a familiar pattern from previous seasons. Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians have dominated the league phase, while the remaining three teams are scrambling to secure enough wins for a playoff spot.
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UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Preview
A crucial shift could come on Monday as the WPL moves to its third city—Lucknow. Hosts UP Warriorz will take on bottom-placed Gujarat Giants, with both teams having managed just two wins so far and desperately seeking momentum. The Giants have shown promise through Ashleigh Gardner’s strong all-round performances, alongside contributions from Phoebe Litchfield and emerging Indian talents. However, the Warriorz will be equally determined to start their home leg with a victory.
After battling tricky conditions at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, teams will now face a different challenge in Lucknow. Known for its slower surface that favors spinners, the Ekana Stadium could shake up match strategies. Unless dew becomes a factor, the Lucknow leg may also disrupt the recent trend of “win the toss, win the match”—a fortune neither team has enjoyed in their recent outings.
UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants enter a pivotal stage of the tournament with little margin for error as the playoff race intensifies. Warriorz are set to play their first-ever home game, with Lucknow hosting its maiden WPL clash on Monday. Both teams have struggled for consistency, having won just two of their five matches so far. With three teams currently tied on four points, net run rate places Warriorz in third and Giants at the bottom of the table. After scoring 295 runs in eight matches last season, Deepti Sharma has struggled to find form this year, managing just 88 runs in five games. No Warriorz batter ranks among the top ten highest run-scorers in this WPL.
Warriorz will play their final three league games of the season at the Ekana Stadium and will be eager to make the most of their home advantage. In their last match against Mumbai Indians, they experimented with their batting order, promoting Grace Harris to open alongside Kiran Navgire while shifting Vrinda Dinesh to No. 3. The change yielded results, with Harris scoring 46 and Dinesh contributing 33.
However, Warriorz have struggled to build on strong starts, often relying on late-order hitting from Chinelle Henry and Sophie Ecclestone or finishing with subpar totals. Their vulnerability in the middle overs is a major concern, as they have lost the most wickets (24) and scored at the slowest rate (6.72) in that phase of the WPL so far—something the Giants could look to exploit.
For the Giants, while their bowling unit has settled into defined roles, their top order remains a work in progress. They have experimented with three different opening pairs in five matches, with Beth Mooney the only constant at the top. D Hemalatha, who started at No. 3 for the first three matches in Vadodara, was dropped after low scores but later promoted to open against RCB.
Harleen Deol, initially part of the middle order, opened alongside Mooney before being moved back to No. 3 in the previous game. However, the Giants have bolstered their middle order with left-hander Phoebe Litchfield and all-rounders Ash Gardner and Deandra Dottin. Litchfield, who briefly batted at No. 3, looked comfortable at No. 5 against MI, where she remained unbeaten on 30. Ashleigh Gardner has smashed 15 sixes in this WPL, the highest by any batter so far.
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Head-to-head
- Matches Played: 5
- Wins by UP Warriorz Women: 3
- Wins by Gujarat Giants Women: 2
- Tied Matches: 0
- No Result Matches: 0
- First-ever Fixture: March 5, 2023
- Most-recent Fixture: February 16, 2025
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Pitch Report
The pitch at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium tends to have low bounce. It is expected to be on the slower side, and if teams post below-par totals in the first innings, bowlers will have enough assistance to keep the contest competitive in the second innings. The weather during the match is expected to be pleasant and clear, with no forecast of rain. The team winning the toss may choose to bowl first, aiming to gain momentum and chase comfortably in the second innings.
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Form Guide
UP Warriorz LWL (last three matches, most recent first)
Gujarat Giants WLL
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Team News and Predicted XI
UP Warriorz Women – Team News
The Lucknow pitch typically favors slower bowlers, which could prompt the Warriorz to include an extra spinner like Alana King. They might consider dropping Tahlia McGrath, who has struggled with both bat and ball this season.
UP Warriorz Women – Predicted XI
- Kiran Navgire
- Grace Harris
- Vrinda Dinesh
- Deepti Sharma (capt)
- Shweta Sehrawat
- Uma Chetry (wk)
- Chinelle Henry
- Saima Thakor
- Alana King
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Kranti Goud
Gujarat Giants Women – Team News
The Giants could consider reinstating left-arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad in place of fast bowler Meghna Singh.
Gujarat Giants Women – Predicted XI
- Beth Mooney (wk)
- D Hemalatha
- Harleen Deol
- Ash Gardner (capt)
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Deandra Dottin
- Kashvee Gautam
- Bharti Fulmali
- Tanuja Kanwar
- Meghna Singh/Rajeshwari Gayakwad
- Priya Mishra
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Players To Watch Out For
Grace Harris (UP Warriorz Women)
After four matches and a promotion to the top of the order, Grace Harris finally made her mark in the tournament with a thrilling 45 off just 26 balls against MI, though it came in a losing cause. Now back in form, she will be eager to make a bigger impact and help the Warriorz secure victories in the Lucknow leg.
Kashvee Gautam (Gujarat Giants Women)
Kashvee Gautam has emerged as one of the most promising young Indian fast bowlers, not only for the Giants but in the tournament as a whole. With six wickets in five matches, she boasts the best economy rate this season at 5.58. While she performed well in favorable conditions in Bengaluru, her ability to adapt to the Lucknow pitch will be worth watching.
UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women: Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: UP Warriorz Women win the toss and bowl
- Powerplay Score: 35-45
- Delhi Capitals Women Total: 150-160
- Match Result: UP Warriorz Women win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Gujarat Giants Women win the toss and bowl
- Powerplay Score: 45-55
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Total: 170-180
- Match Result: Gujarat Giants Women win the match
When and Where To Watch UP Warriorz Women vs Gujarat Giants Women LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Women’s Premier League 2025 clash between UP Warriorz Women and Gujarat Giants Women is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Monday, March 3, at Ekana International Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
FAQs
What is the head-to-head record between UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants in WPL?
UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants have faced each other five times, with Warriorz winning three matches and Giants winning two.
How has Grace Harris performed in WPL 2025?
Grace Harris found her form after moving to the top order, scoring a quickfire 45 off 26 balls against Mumbai Indians.
Which player has hit the most sixes in WPL 2025?
Ashleigh Gardner has struck the most sixes in this WPL season, with a total of 15.
Why is the Ekana International Cricket Stadium pitch crucial in WPL 2025?
The Lucknow surface generally assists slower bowlers, which could influence team strategies, especially for UP Warriorz.
Who has been the most economical bowler in WPL 2025?
Kashvee Gautam has been the most economical bowler this season, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 5.58.
