WPL 2025: Meg Lanning 'bitterly disappointed' after Delhi Capitals' loss
What's the story
Delhi Capitals suffered another heartbreaking defeat in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 final, their third consecutive one.
Despite a commendable fielding performance that limited the Mumbai Indians (MI) to a score of 149/7, they lost by eight runs.
Captain Meg Lanning was understandably disappointed at the post-match presentation ceremony, admitting that while they had a good season, they couldn't win the title.
"We have had another good season, but unfortunately, we couldn't get over the line," she stated.
Captain's comments
Lanning praises Mumbai Indians, reflects on Delhi's performance
Lanning lauded the Mumbai Indians for their consistent performance throughout the season.
Full credit to Mumbai, congratulations, you have been excellent," Lanning prasied MI.
She conceded her team faltered with the bat in the final.
"I thought chasing 150 was a pretty good target for us, one more partnership for a couple of overs might have given us a chance but very proud of the group," she said.
We put in a good season, had some good moments," she added.
Emotional aftermath
Lanning's emotional response and future plans
In the wake of their defeat, Lanning was spotted with tears in her eyes, a testament to her emotional investment in the game.
A teammate comforted her as she managed a faint smile.
The Australian cricket star has had an illustrious career, winning five ICC Women's T20 World Cup trophies and two ICC Women's 50 Over World Cup titles—six of them as captain.
She retired from international cricket in November 2023 at the age of 31.
Match details
The match summary: Mumbai Indians's second title
As mentioned, the Harmanpreet Kaur-led MI defeated the Lanning-led DC to secure their second WPL title.
Batting first, MI struggled at 2/14 before Sciver-Brunt and Kaur built an 89-run stand.
Sciver-Brunt fell for 30, but Kaur's brilliant 66 off 44 helped MI post 149/7 in 20 overs.
Defending 150, Sciver-Brunt's 3/30 and Kerr's 2/25 ensured Marizanne Kapp's 40 off 26 and Jemimah Rodrigues's 30 off 21 went in vain, as DC were restricted to 141/9.