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

The Eredivisie Women 2026 witnessed a breathtaking moment like Nandini Sharmathe young fast bowler out Capitals of Delhi Women produced a sensational hat-trick against Gujarat Giants Women. The historic feat took place during the twentieth of the first innings at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, leaving players, fans and experts in awe.

In a dramatic finale, Nandini removed herself 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. Her spell not only highlighted Delhi Capitals’ bowling depth but also etched her name in the record books of the tournament.

Nandini Sharma scores a historic hat-trick

As he turned the final over under pressure, Nandini showed remarkable composure. Gujarat Giants went all out to cross the 210 mark as the young pacer struck gold. She first dismissed Kanika with a well-aimed ball that broke the defense before outsmarting Rajeshwari with the next ball. With the crowd already buzzing, Nandini completed her hat-trick by removing Renuka, sparking wild celebrations in the Delhi Capitals camp.

The achievement marked the fourth hat-trick in WPL history, putting Nandini in elite company. At just 24 years of age, the Chandigarh-born pacer also became the second Indian to score a hat-trick in the competition and the first uncapped player to claim a haul of five wickets in the history of the WPL.

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Elite list of hat-trick winners in WPL

Nandini now joins a distinguished list of bowlers to have achieved this rare feat in the tournament. The previous hat-tricks came from some of the most impactful 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’ batting fireworks despite late collapse

Earlier in the innings, Gujarat Giants Women posted an impressive total of 209 all out in 20 overs, building on a dominant batting display. Sophie Devine was the standout performer, with a brilliant score of 95, narrowly missing out on a century. She was well supported by skipper Ashleigh Gardnerwho played a crucial knock of 49, anchoring the middle overs. Despite the strong base, the Giants lost momentum at the death as Delhi’s bowlers made a late comeback.

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.