WATCH: Nandini Sharma scores sensational hat-trick in WPL 2026

THE Women’s Premier League 2026 witnessed a breathtaking moment as Nandini Sharmathe young fast bowler Delhi Capitals The women achieved a sensational hat-trick against Giants of Gujarat Women. The historic feat took place in the 20th over of the first innings at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, leaving players, fans and pundits in awe.

In a dramatic finale, Nandini eliminated Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari GayakwadAnd Renuka Singh on three consecutive deliveries, turning what was already a high-scoring innings into a memorable chapter in WPL history. His spell not only highlighted the depth of Delhi Capitals’ bowling but also etched his name in the tournament record books.

Nandini Sharma scores historic hat-trick

Battling the final under pressure, Nandini showed remarkable composure. The Gujarat Giants were pushing hard to cross the 210-mark when the young pacer struck gold. She first dismissed Kanika with a well-directed delivery that pierced the defence, before beating Rajeshwari on the next ball. With the crowd already in an uproar, Nandini completed her hat-trick by dismissing Renuka, triggering wild celebrations in the Delhi Capitals camp.

The feat marks the fourth hat-trick in WPL history, putting Nandini in elite company. At just 24 years old, the Chandigarh-born pacer also became the second Indian to take a hat-trick in the league and the first uncapped player to take five wickets in WPL history.

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Elite list of WPL treble winners

Nandini now joins a distinguished list of bowlers who have achieved a rare feat in the tournament. Previous hat-tricks have come from some of the most notable names in women’s cricket:

• Issy Wong (Mumbai Indians) vs UP Warriorz – 2023
• Deepti Sharma (UP Warriorz) vs Delhi Capitals – 2024
• Grace Harris (UP Warriorz) vs Delhi Capitals – 2025
• Nandini Sharma (Delhi Capitals) vs Gujarat Giants – 2026

Gujarat Giants fireworks despite late collapse

Earlier in the innings, Gujarat Giants Women posted a commanding total of 209 in 20 overs, thanks to a dominant batting display. Sophie Devine was the standout performer, smashing a brilliant 95, narrowly missing out on a century. She was well supported by the skipper Ashley Gardnerwho played a crucial knock of 49, anchoring the middle overs. Despite a strong base, the Giants lost their momentum at the death as the Delhi bowlers staged a late comeback.

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