In the high-octane world of Women’s Premier League (WPL)The last six deliveries often turn from a mere formality into a psychological battlefield. While explosive power-hitters are increasingly becoming dominant in T20 cricket, the league has also seen some bowlers who have mastered the art of the death over choke.
Defending a double-digit score is a challenge, but successfully defending a single-digit target requires strong willpower and tactical genius. From the inaugural season to the high-stakes thriller of 2026, some players have etched their names in WPL history by performing the unimaginable.
Top 5 Last Over Defenses in WPL
- Sophie Devine (GG) vs DC – 6 runs (2026)
In what is widely considered to be the most clinical performance of death bowling in WPL history, Sophie Devine Defended just 6 runs against Delhi Capitals at DY Patil Stadium in January 2026. After scoring a brilliant 95 with the bat, Devine took the ball to DC, who needed just one run-a-ball. Showing experienced composure, he used deceptive slow balls to wrap up a set Laura Wolvaardt And jemima rodriguesGave only two runs and secured victory by 4 runs. gujarat giants.
- Sophie Devine (GG) vs DC – 8 runs (2026)
Proving that his previous heroics were no fluke, Divine repeated the feat in Vadodara just 16 days later. This time, he had 8 runs to play. facing a growing partnership between nikki prasad And Sneh RanaDevine drew on his experience to dry up the boundaries. He had Rana out LBW and forced a desperate Prasad to mishit on the last ball, successfully defending the total and securing a 3-run win.
- Grace Harris (UPW) vs DC – 9 runs (2024)
Arun Jaitley Stadium sees complete chaos in 2024 grace harris Tasked with defending 9 runs. The start of the over was very bad Radha Yadav Hit a six on the first ball, leaving DC needing only 3 runs from 5 balls. However, Harris, who had not bowled a single over earlier in the match, worked wonders. He took two wickets and initiated a run-out in the next four balls, sensationally winning the game UP Warriors By one run.
- Sophie Molineux (RCB) vs UPW – 10 runs (2024)
During RCB’s opening game of the 2024 season in Bengaluru, the pressure was immense. Sophie Molineux Stepped up to defend 10 runs against dangerous Deepti Sharma. Despite Deepti hitting a boundary on the fifth ball to keep the game alive, Molineux’s ability to place the batsman on the final delivery ensured that RCB escaped with a 2-run win, paving the way for their final Championship run.
- Asha Shobhana (RCB) vs MI – 11 runs (2024)
Uncapped giants in 2024 eliminator Asha Shobhana Faced with the ultimate test: defending 11 runs against the defending champions, Mumbai Indians. Flighted leg-spin bowling against him amelia kerr And Pooja VastrakarShobhana showed amazing nature. He gave only six runs and gave his iconic performance by dismissing Vastrakar.Cristiano RonaldoThere was celebration as RCB reached the final for the first time.
Also read: WPL 2026: Nat Sciver-Brunt’s historic century leads Mumbai Indians to victory against RCB
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