With Marizanne Kapp hitting an exceptional haul of 5\/15 and a blistering unbeaten 76 by India opener Shafali Verma helped Delhi Capitals bounce back into form with a 10-wicket victory over Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League 2023.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Marizanne Kapp came up with a sensational effort with the ball as the Delhi franchise restricted the Giants to 105\/9 before Shafali Verma stole the show with blistering innings of 76* not out off 28 balls as the Capitals chased down their target in just 7.1 overs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shafali, who struck 10 boundaries and 5 sixes during her innings, said, "Our plan was to play our natural game and I looked to pounce on any delivery that was bowled in my strength area. Meg wasn't getting a chance to face balls regularly and I didn't know what to do (laughs). But it's really nice to bat with her as she helps me a lot."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 19-year-old also said that she focussed on playing straight, "I looked to play the ball straight during a few knocking sessions after our game against Mumbai Indians. And a batter gets better when she looks to play straight. Everyone is enjoying each other's company in the DC camp. And this camaraderie is helping us on the ground."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, the Delhi Capitals' captain Meg Lanning, who enjoyed Shafali's innings from the other end, said, "I loved watching Shafali bat. She played some incredible shots. It was a show and I was happy to watch it unfold. She's an amazing player. I love to watch how she takes the game on."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 19-year-old also said that she focussed on playing straight, "I looked to play the ball straight during a few knocking sessions after our game against Mumbai Indians. And a batter gets better when she looks to play straight. Everyone is enjoying each other's company in the DC camp. And this camaraderie is helping us on the ground."<\/p>\r\n\r\n