The Gujarat Giants are set to take on the Mumbai Indians in Match 05 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025. Both teams will be eager to gain momentum early in the tournament as they look to climb the points table.

Gujarat Giants eye second sin

The Giants have played two matches so far this season, securing one victory while suffering a defeat. They will aim to build on their winning performance and establish themselves as strong contenders. With a balanced squad, Gujarat will look to capitalize on their strengths and put up a dominant display.

Mumbai Indians seek redemption

Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have had a tough start to their campaign. Having played only one match so far, they are yet to register a win. The defending champions will be eager to bounce back and open their account in the tournament. With experienced players in their ranks, Mumbai will be determined to put on a strong show and secure a crucial victory.

Match Details: Women’s Premier League 2025, Match 5

• Date and Time: February 18 – 07:30 pm IST/ 02:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara

Kotambi Stadium Pitch Report

The Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara is set to provide a balanced pitch for the WPL 2025 opener, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. Pacers are likely to benefit from good bounce and carry early on, while spinners could play a bigger role later if the surface slows down in the second innings. Dew may come into play in the evening, making chasing a favorable option.

GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Beth Mooney, Yastika Bhatia
• Batters: Laura Woolwardt, Harmanpreet Kaur
• All-rounders: Hayley Matthews, Deandra Dottin, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Ashleigh Gardner
• Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Priya Mishra

GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Ashleigh Gardner (c), Hayley Matthews (vc)
• Choice 2: Beth Mooney (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt (vc)

GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Harleen Deol, Prakashika Naik, Saika Ishaque, Amanjot Kaur

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GJ-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (February 18, 02:00 pm GMT):

Squads:

Gujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner (captain), Harleen Deol, Prakashika Naik, Beth Mooney, Kashvee Gautam, Priya Mishra, Bharti Fulmali, Laura Wolvaardt, Sayali Satchare, Danielle Gibson, Mannat Kashyap, Shabnam Shakil, Dayalan Hemalatha, Meghna Singh, Simran Shaikh, Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Tanuja Kanwer

Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Akshita Maheshwari, Parunika Sisodia, Amandeep Kaur, Hayley Matthews, Saika Ishaque, Amanjot Kaur, Jintimani Kalita, Sajeevan Sajana, Amelia Kerr, Keerthana Balakrishnan, Sanskriti Gupta, Chloe Tryon, Nadine De Klerk, Shabnim Ismail, G Kamalini, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Yastika Bhatia

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.