Grace Harris created history in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 by becoming only the third bowler to register a hattrick in the tournament’s history. She achieved this incredible feat in UP Warriorz’s commanding 33-run victory against Delhi Capitals at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Match Overview
The thrilling encounter took place on Saturday during the 8th match of the WPL 2025 season at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. UP Warriorz, coming off a tough start to the season, were eager to register their first win. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals were looking to solidify their position in the league standings.
UP Warriorz’s Batting Performance
UP Warriorz faced immense pressure after losing early wickets, leaving them struggling initially. Chinelle Henry, coming in at number eight, played a match-defining knock, scoring 62 runs to steer UPW to a competitive total. Contributions from Tahlia McGrath (24 runs), Deepti Sharma (13 runs), and Sophie Ecclestone (12 runs) provided crucial support.
Delhi Capitals’ Bowling Attack
Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack was spearheaded by Marizanne Kapp, who delivered an impactful performance with figures of 2/18, keeping UPW under control. Jess Jonassen also played a crucial role by dismantling UPW’s middle order with her impressive four-wicket haul of 4/31.
Delhi Capitals’ Chase
Delhi Capitals started strong but lost momentum as they rapidly lost wickets under mounting pressure. Kranti Goud played a crucial role, taking 4/25 and dismantling DC’s batting lineup.
Grace Harris’ Sensational Hattrick
With Delhi Capitals needing a strong finish, Harris took the ball in the 20th over and delivered three consecutive wickets: Shikha Pandey (15) was caught at deep midwicket, Arundhati Reddy (0) hit a full toss to cover, and Minnu Mani (0) was caught by Harris herself. Harris’ heroics sealed the victory for UP Warriorz, marking their first win of the season.
Hattricks in WPL History
Issy Wong (2023): Wong took the first-ever WPL hattrick for Mumbai Indians against UP Warriorz.
Deepti Sharma (2024): Deepti Sharma, playing for UP Warriorz, secured a hattrick against Delhi Capitals.
Grace Harris (2025): Harris now joins this elite list, making history with her spell.
Post-Match Reactions
Harris humorously mentioned she had “manifested” the hattrick during a team meeting.
Harris stated, “I think I manifested this. I was joking when I was asked what my plans would be in the bowler’s meeting and I said I would do this and that and would get a hat-trick. We have these casual meetings. But they all started laughing when I got it. Now I am going to manifest something with the bat because I am a batting allrounder. But my bowling has been better than my batting off late.”
Team and Fan Reactions
Fans and teammates showered praise on Harris, celebrating UPW’s breakthrough win. This victory gave UP Warriorz a much-needed boost, positioning them for a strong comeback in the league.
Cricketer jokes and hits a six with a broken bat at #WBBL.
Cricketer jokes and takes a hat-trick at #WPL.
Cricketer is Grace Harris.
Cricketer is everywhere.
Cricketer is entertaining everywhere.
— Annesha Ghosh (@ghosh_annesha) February 22, 2025
Wicket Breaking 🚨
– Grace Harris takes hat-trick and
– UP Warriorz win by 33 runs 🤩– Chinelle Henry smashed 62 (23) 🔥
– Fastest fifty of WPL history. #WPL #DCvUPW pic.twitter.com/L5Rh1DY2Y3— Preeti Yadav (@PreetiYadav_16) February 22, 2025
Grace Harris picks up a hattrick as the UP Warriorz defeat the Delhi Capitals !! 🔥#DCvUPW #DCvsUPW pic.twitter.com/PTmmPEVE1q
— Cricketism (@MidnightMusinng) February 22, 2025
Grace Harris pic.twitter.com/p5kSMpXpLb
— Akash (@akispeaks) February 22, 2025
Commentators: Congratulations with your hat-trick, good or not.
Grace Harris: Oh just don't play those highlights please.
🤣 pic.twitter.com/MUprFdmJ3X— chill dude (@rohancric947) February 22, 2025
I can hear Grace Harris talk all day. Such a lively character 🤭😂
📸 – JioHotstar@189Grace | #WPL #DCvUPW pic.twitter.com/0fcLWIsoB4
— shreya (@shreyab27) February 22, 2025
𝗪,𝗪,𝗪
That's a Hat-trick for Grace Harris ☝☝☝
With that, @upwarriorz register a famous win in Bengaluru 👌
Updates ▶ https://t.co/cldrLRw4lo #TATAWPL | #DCvUPW pic.twitter.com/0JqxT0DxZz
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 22, 2025
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