The Women’s Premier League 2026 I witnessed such a breathtaking moment Nandini Sharmayoung fast bowler Capitals of Delhi Women scored a sensational hat-trick against Giants of Gujarat Women. The historic feat came during the 20th over of the first innings at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and stunned players, fans and experts.
In a dramatic finale, Nandini was eliminated Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwadand Renuka Singh With three consecutive deliveries, the already high-scoring innings made a memorable chapter in WPL history. His spell not only highlighted the bowling depth of Delhi Capitals but also etched his name in the record books of the tournament.
Nandini Sharma takes a historic hat-trick
Playing under pressure in the final, Nandini showed excellent composure. The young pacer struck gold as Gujarat Giants pushed hard to cross the 210 mark. He first dismissed Kanika with a well-directed delivery that broke the defence, then got the better of Rajeshwari in the next ball. Already with the crowd roaring, Nandini completed her hat-trick by dismissing Renuka, sparking wild celebrations in the Delhi Capitals camp.
The feat was the fourth hat-trick in WPL history and put Nandini in elite company. At just 24, the Chandigarh-born pacer also became the second Indian to take a hat-trick in the league and the first player in WPL history to claim five wickets.
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Elite list of WPL hat-trick winners
Nandini now joins the distinguished list of bowlers who have achieved rare feats in the tournament. Previous hat-tricks by some of the most impressive names in women’s cricket:
- Issy Wong (Mumbai Indians) vs UP Warriors – 2023
- Deepti Sharma (UP Warriors) vs Delhi Capitals – 2024
- Grace Harris (UP Warriorz) vs Delhi Capitals – 2025
- Nandini Sharma (Delhi Capitals) vs Gujarat Giants – 2026
Fireworks despite Gujarat Giants’ late collapse
Earlier in the innings, Gujarat Giants Women posted a total of 209 in 20 overs, riding on a dominant batting display. Sophie Devine was a brilliant performer, smashing 95, narrowly missing out on a century. He supported the captain well Ashley GardnerAnchored the middle passes, scoring the 49ers’ decisive kick. Despite a strong foundation, the Giants lost momentum at the death as the Delhi bowlers made a late comeback.
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