England all-rounder stars with 523 runs and 12 wickets, powering Mumbai Indians to their second consecutive WPL title
Mumbai, March 16 – Nat Sciver-Brunt capped off a dream season in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025, winning both the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award and the Orange Cap after an outstanding all-round performance. Her heroics were instrumental in Mumbai Indians’ 8-run triumph over Delhi Capitals in the final, securing their second consecutive title.
“So pleased. It’s been a great year for me in the WPL, coming on the back of a lot of cricket. I’m so happy to be standing here as a winner,” Sciver-Brunt said, reflecting on her achievement.
The England all-rounder was a standout performer throughout the tournament, scoring 523 runs and taking 12 wickets, proving to be Mumbai’s match-winner on multiple occasions.
A Balanced Perspective: Riding the Highs, Accepting the Lows
Despite her stunning form, Sciver-Brunt remained grounded, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of cricket.
“I will ride the highs while I can, and there are some lows around the corner—that’s cricket, I guess,” she remarked, showcasing her humble approach to success.
She also credited Mumbai Indians’ depth and world-class players, highlighting the team’s strength.
“We have a great amount of all-rounders in our team and some world-class players who can stand up at any point in time. I feel very lucky to be part of this team,” she added.
Mumbai’s Championship Victory: A Team Effort
The Mumbai Indians successfully defended their title, showcasing their all-round strength in both batting and bowling.
🔹 Harmanpreet Kaur (66 off 44) and Sciver-Brunt (30) led the charge with the bat, helping Mumbai post a competitive 149/7.
🔹 Mumbai’s bowlers dominated, with Sciver-Brunt (3/30) and Amelia Kerr (2/25) playing crucial roles in restricting Delhi to 141/9.
🔹 Despite a *fighting effort from Marizanne Kapp (40) and Niki Prasad (25)**, Delhi fell short, losing their third consecutive WPL final.
“It’s so special to be part of a franchise that has become family. It has been amazing, and we are really, really happy,” Sciver-Brunt said, cherishing the emotional connection with Mumbai Indians.
Mumbai Indians: The Unstoppable Force in WPL
With this triumph, Mumbai Indians have cemented their status as the most dominant team in WPL history, while Delhi Capitals continue to chase their elusive first title.
As Mumbai celebrates back-to-back championships, Sciver-Brunt’s brilliance ensures she remains one of the most valuable players in women’s cricket today.
Brief Scores:
🔹 Mumbai Indians: 149/7 (Harmanpreet Kaur 66, Nat Sciver-Brunt 30; Marizanne Kapp 2/11)
🔹 Delhi Capitals: 141/9 (Marizanne Kapp 40, Jemimah Rodrigues 30; Nat Sciver-Brunt 3/30)