Which team won the first edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL) event in the year 2023?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e Mumbai Indians.
The Mumbai Indians won the inaugural edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL) in 2023, defeating the Delhi Capitals in the final match. The tournament was held from 4 March to 26 March 2023, and featured five teams: Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Giants, and UP Warriorz .
Key Highlights:
- Final Match: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals
- Result: Mumbai Indians clinched the title
- Player of the Series: Hayley Matthews (Mumbai Indians) for her all-round performance
- Most Runs: Meg Lanning (Delhi Capitals) – 345 runs
- Most Wickets: Hayley Matthews (Mumbai Indians) – 16 wickets
The victory marked a historic moment in Indian women's cricket, setting the tone for future editions of the WPL.